Entry Level Engineering Technician

Job Title

Entry Level Engineering Technician

Role Summary

Perform hands-on technical support for product development lab engineering activities, including assembly, test, modification, characterization, functional validation, and electrical analysis of prototype electro-mechanical systems, experimental circuitry, test equipment, and/or IC devices.

The role operates within a product development lab team to execute tests, isolate faults, collect experimental data, and maintain lab processes and documentation to support engineering and manufacturing readiness.

Experience Level

Entry-level. Suitable for candidates at the start of their technical careers; experience expectations clarified under Education Requirements.

Responsibilities

Typical responsibilities include hands-on laboratory and test activities to support product development.

• Assemble, fabricate, modify, and characterize prototype electro-mechanical systems and experimental circuitry.
• Set up and operate bench and automated test and diagnostic equipment; perform operational testing, checkout, and fault isolation.
• Conduct engineering and experimental tests to collect design and characterization data.
• Support creation and maintenance of lab documentation and processes in accordance with quality requirements (e.g., IATF 16949).
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems and assist engineers with test procedures and validations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate test results clearly in verbal and written form.

Requirements

Candidates must meet the minimum credential/experience options listed under Education Requirements and demonstrate practical technical skills.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Hands-on troubleshooting skills for electrical and mechanical systems; attention to detail.
• Experience with soldering and using bench and automated test equipment.
• Proficient with common office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and able to produce clear written reports.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize work, manage time effectively, and work with minimal supervision.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in teams across functions.
• Ability to learn and work with electro-mechanical systems and mechatronics.

Education Requirements

Minimum: High school diploma or GED. Candidates must meet one of the following: a technical certificate or associate degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology, Electromechanical Technology, Instrumentation Technology, Automated Industrial Technology, Robotics and Controls Technology, Nanoengineering and Nanotechnology, Electron Microscopy, or a related electronics field; OR 3 years of military electronics or mechanical training; OR 3 years of hands-on electrical/mechanical equipment technician experience (school, military, or job related). Equivalent practical experience is accepted per the listed options.

About the Company

Company: Texas Instruments

Headquarters: Dallas, Texas, USA

Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures, and sells analog and embedded processing chips for various markets including industrial, automotive, and personal electronics. The company's innovations aim to make electronics more affordable and reliable, fostering advancements in technology through each generation of semiconductors.