Engineering Technician III

Engineering Technician III

Sigma Design is a product development, engineering, and manufacturing firm. Based out of the Pacific Northwest, we offer innovative concept through production services to diverse clients around the globe. Sigma Design believes in hiring, developing, and recognizing the best. We offer competitive compensation, a 401(k) with up to 4% company match, quarterly bonus program, 15-days of accrued PTO and 9 company paid holidays. In addition, Sigma Design has multiple options for medical insurance and dental insurance. We also offer voluntary benefits: vision, long-term disability, and life insurance.

Position Details:

• In-Office, Redmond WA

• Day Shift, Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

• The hiring range for this role is typically between $37 and $45 per hour, with the full range extending to $53.40 per hour, based on experience, internal equity, and career progression

Primary Function:

The Engineering Technician III is responsible for performing advanced prototype assembly and test tasks, supporting troubleshooting and documentation efforts, and mentoring junior team members. This role requires minimal supervision and full ownership of task-level deliverables.

Essential Job Functions - Responsibilities:

• Lead complex prototype builds involving electromechanical systems

• Develop solutions to test and build challenges; escalate only unresolved issues

• Conduct root-cause analysis and provide detailed reporting

• Build and improve test fixtures and proof-of-concept assemblies

• Support process improvement initiatives within the technician team

• Train and guide Engineering Technician I/II personnel

• Ensure quality and timeliness of assigned work

• Follow Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data and reduce information security occurrences.

Education and Experience: (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree preferred

• 5+ years hands-on experience in engineering or R&D support

• Proficient with electrical and mechanical assembly, soldering (including fine-pitch), and lab test tools

• Able to work from minimal documentation and contribute to its improvement

• Demonstrated mentoring, troubleshooting, and documentation skills

• Strong working knowledge of prototyping standards and safety practices

• IPC certification preferred

• Strong written and verbal English language communication skills

• Excellent teamwork/interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, both within and outside one's own work group

• Demonstrate commitment and adherence to Sigma Design Core Values

• Pass a post-offer background verification

Work Environment

Standard lab/production environment. Appropriate safety garments (PPE) must be worn. Occasionally may be required to work in environmental conditions that emulate typical user environments in order to facilitate design testing and validation. Occasionally may be required to travel as required to other facilities, clients, or suppliers. Must be able to stand and work as long as 12 hours in different positions. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.

SigmaDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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