Engineering Technician - QE

About Quartus

Quartus Engineering Incorporated () is a leading provider of engineering services and integrated hardware solutions for a wide range of clients and industries. We employ advanced computer-aided engineering tools in the areas of optics, structural, thermal, and coupled analyses. We couple our engineering analysis capabilities with design, prototype, integration and test capabilities to create solutions for our clients that are of extraordinary value.

As an Engineering Technician in our San Diego office, you will work on a small team to assist engineers in the production of optical, mechanical, and electrical systems in order to meet the project and customer’s requirements.

• Support production of optical, mechanical, and electrical system parts and assemblies by:
  • Assisting in getting quotes for parts and assemblies
  • Ordering and receiving parts while tracking against a Bill of Materials (BOM)
  • Packaging parts, preparing and managing shipments
  • Inventory management and organization
• Assist engineers in the design, development, testing, inspection, installation, and operation of optical, mechanical, and electrical components and assemblies
• Conduct part inspections and generate inspection reports
• Assist with recording test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in products or test methods; compare test results to design specifications and test objectives
• Operate basic fabrication equipment such as drill press, hand tools, manual lathe, etc.
• Basic knowledge of soldering component level parts and wiring harnesses
• Some operation or setup of Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)

Position is based onsite in San Diego.

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent
• 1-4 years of Technician experience
• Experience building in a clean room environment, preferably lasers/optics, and related equipment
• Knowledge of electrical enclosures, wire harness assembly and soldering, adhesives/bonding, and kitting and receive instructions
• Experience with handling equipment such as:
  • Thermal chamber
  • Bakeout oven
  • Ultrasonic cleaner
  • Lasers
• Hands-on experience with building from assembly drawings
• Understanding of tooling for inspections such as gauge pins, thread tapping, calipers, volt meters, and power meters
• Ability to stand continuously as well as bend, squat, and lift frequently
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs occasionally
• Must be a US Person (U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident)

Engineering Technician I pay range: $17.56/hour - $28.69/hour*

Engineering Technician II pay range: $21.24/hour - $34.71/hour*

* This range represents base pay. In addition, you may be eligible for additional benefits and compensation.

Referral eligibility:
Tier 1

Quartus is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to employing a diverse workforce, including, but not limited to, minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Quartus provides comprehensive benefits including competitive salary, discretionary performance-based bonus, employee stock ownership plan, medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan with company match.