Electronics Technician

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is hiring an experienced Electronics Technician to lead and support a wide variety of environmental systems design and fabrication projects. This position will lead and support an onsite client-site electronics shop while providing design and development expertise of prototype electronic sensor packages to support various research initiatives. The successful candidate will operate in a fast-paced, client-facing role that will require innovative thinking and rapid implementation.

Job Description :

• Contribute to the design and development of prototype electronic sensor packages to support various research initiatives
• Design and implement precision compression and soldered connections for both power and signal wiring applications
• Use soldering tools and compression terminals to ensure high quality, reliable connections capable of passing standard electrical codes
• Utilize electronic test equipment (e.g., multimeters, oscilloscopes) to evaluate and troubleshoot electrical wiring and system performance
• Design and implement small-scale solar power systems to support field instrumentation
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electronic devices and instrumentation, both in the lab and in field environments
• Support 3D printing operations, including file preparation, material selection, and printer maintenance / troubleshooting
• Interpret and work from schematics, technical drawings, and conceptual guidance from researchers
• Build, test, and maintain both field-deployed and benchtop equipment and instrumentation
• Fabricate custom communication cables tailored to specific instrumentation requirements
• Demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to safely and effectively use hand and power tools

Qualifications and Skills :

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience. ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Please be aware, the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is ERG may, on occasion, screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype, Teams, GoToMeeting, or another type of video platform. However, any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment. If you're a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERG's online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at Resumes-Lex@erg.com or call (781) 674-7293. ERG fosters a friendly, flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.