Job Description

Overview

The Prototype Technician is responsible for independently building and validating complex cable and electromechanical assemblies in a fast-paced prototype environment. This role partners closely with Engineering to interpret evolving designs, troubleshoot issues, and improve manufacturability while ensuring compliance with applicable industry standards.

Responsibilities

  • Mentor less-experienced assemblers and demonstrate assembly processes per the applicable standards.
  • Complete prototype or first article assemblies.
  • Read, interpret, assemble and form recommendations on electromechanical drawings, specifications and processes.
  • Complete complex cable and harness assemblies based on schematics & drawings with minimal oversight.
  • Document and track processes and findings related to experiments, builds, root-cause analysis, etc.
  • Read and interpret wire diagrams, blueprints, specifications, and schematics for cable assemblies.
  • Assemble cable/wire harnesses in accordance with IPC/WHMA-A-620 and all applicable specifications.
  • Inspect finished assemblies in accordance with IPC/WHMA-A-620 and all applicable specifications.
  • Work with Engineering to propose and implement process updates.
  • Work with Engineering to troubleshoot and rework failures.
  • Work with Engineering to use, program and recommend equipment to enhance processes.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned by Supervisor.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED
  • Minimum 10 years’ experience cable and wire assemblies
  • Ability to execute the essential duties and responsibilities with minimal training
  • Must be able to regularly sit, stand, and walk
  • Must be able to pass a vision exam to inspect work at a close distance
  • Must be able to read and understand wire diagrams, blue prints and schematics
  • Must be able to accurately use measuring tools and do basic math
  • Must be able to effectively identify and use all tools required for cable/wire harness, mechanical, or other electronic assembly
  • Must have keen attention to detail

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • 401k
  • PTO

Additional Information

  • Unique full-time work schedule that includes every other Friday off
  • Company is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI and has locations in Nogales, Mexico, Mesa, AZ and London, Ontario.

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental
401k
PTO

How this job compares in Mesa, AZ

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs in Mesa, AZ currently run a median of $31/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $25–$35/hr across 20 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Mesa, AZ

We're tracking 52 other active welding openings in Mesa, AZ right now, from 31 different employers. 15 of them were added in the last week. Across Arizona as a whole we're tracking 458 other active welding openings from 221 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Mesa, or widen the search to Arizona.

The most active employers in Arizona at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Sundt Construction (26), EZARC (21), and Welding Shop in Phoenix, AZ (17). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Arizona, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Goodyear at $39/hr, Phoenix at $32/hr, and Mesa at $31/hr. Mesa is among them.

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