PCB & Wire Harness Assembler

Location:

On-site at Marine Electric Systems fabrication facility

Employment Type:

Full-time

Reports to:

Production Supervisor / Lead Assembler
U.S. Citizenship:
Required - candidates must be U.S. citizens and able to provide proof of citizenship at onboarding.

About Us

Marine Electric Systems designs and manufactures rugged electrical assemblies for marine and industrial applications, including instrument housing, meters, sheet-metal panels, and PC-board assemblies used in demanding maritime environments. We deliver mission-critical products where reliability, traceability and workmanship matter.

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled Assembler with strong hands-on experience soldering PC boards and assembling cable harnesses. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, quality-driven, and comfortable working from wiring diagrams, BOMs and assembly travelers. Surface Mount Technology (SMT) experience is a strong plus. This role is primarily bench-level assembly of electronics and cable systems for marine electrical equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality soldering of printed circuit boards (through-hole and component rework); maintain consistent solder joints and component placement.
• Fabricate and assemble cable harnesses and wire assemblies: strip, crimp, terminate, solder where required, apply heat-shrink, and dress harnesses per drawing.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, harness drawings, schematics, and bills of materials (BOM).
• Follow assembly travelers and standard work instructions to build assemblies and sub-assemblies to specification.
• Use hand tools and powered crimpers, crimp dies, soldering irons, hot air stations, microscopes/inspection optics, and test equipment (multimeter, continuity testers).
• Execute electrical and continuity tests on harnesses and PCBs; record and report results.
• Apply and follow ESD controls, safety procedures, and clean work practices.
• Perform basic SMT tasks as needed (component placement, reflow monitoring) — SMT experience is a plus and will be utilized when available.
• Ensure traceability and accurate labeling of assemblies and components. Complete required documentation, traveler sign-offs, and inspection records.
• Identify and report non-conformances; assist in corrective actions and continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-compliant work area.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. citizen (required) and able to provide proof of citizenship.
• 2+ years hands-on experience in electronics assembly with proven soldering and cable/wire harness experience.
• Proficient in hand soldering (through-hole and rework); comfortable using magnification/inspection tools.
• Strong wire harness skills: stripping, crimping, terminal insertion, heat-shrink, cable routing and labeling.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics and BOMs.
• Familiarity with basic test equipment (DMM, continuity tester) and basic electrical test methods.
• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination.
• Able to follow written work instructions, assembly drawings, and quality standards.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work on-site full-time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with marine or industrial electrical assemblies (housings, meters, panel assemblies).
• Experience with SMT processes, pick-and-place or reflow ovens.
• IPC-A-610 / J-STD-001 soldering certification or equivalent.
• Experience with cable management systems, MIL-spec or marine-grade wiring practices.
• Experience with ERP/production tracking systems and electronic assembly travelers.
• Basic knowledge of RoHS and ESD control procedures.