Mechanical Technician Jobs

About Hound Labs, Inc.
Hound Labs, Inc. is a team of scientific technology innovators whose ultra-sensitive, automated, and analytical solutions solve relevant public health and safety issues. Later this year, Hound labs will launch the HOUND® CANNABIS BREATHALYZER, the first solution to use the company’s breakthrough technology to help employers and law enforcement identify recent cannabis use in the breath on location within minutes. Dr. Mike Lynn, emergency room physician, reserve deputy sheriff, and former venture capitalist, founded Hound Labs, Inc. in 2014. Benchmark, EEC, Icon Ventures, Intrinsic Capital Partners, NFP Ventures, Tuatara Capital, and individual investors have funded the Company.
DEPARTMENT
Manufacturing
REPORTS TO
Director Process Engineering
LOCATION
Newark, CA
About The Role
We are seeking a talented Mechanical Technician to assist in building test fixtures and working on the assembly line!
Overview Of Responsibilities And Duties

• Support the Manufacturing Engineering team in building complex mechanical and electrical assemblies.
• Perform minor soldering and electronic repair and assembly.
• Fabricate and/or modify existing prototype components/fixtures.
• Provide feedback and suggestions for new and/or improved workshop standards, protocols, and processes.
• Assemble, install, and test mechanical assemblies, equipment, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
• Support build and set up test rigs for mechanical and electrical tests across multiple teams.
• Inspect systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Working from engineering drawings, specifications, schematics, diagrams, and written descriptions.
• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical and electrical/electronic equipment, power supplies, drives, gauges, and test equipment.
• Record quality data.
• Must be able to read and interpret drawings.
• Maintains and fabricates electronic equipment.
• Assist in the development of manufacturing procedures to create the most efficient processes.
• Plans and performs work requiring knowledge of electrical/electronic theories and principles, writing specifications, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment.
• Must have the ability to interpret schematic drawings (to component level) of pneumatic loops.

Preferred Attributes

• Great work ethic, ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and shifting workloads, and an eye for making decisions that ensure the success of key internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively juggle many priorities while remaining flexible to changing deadlines.
• Poise, resourcefulness, aptitude for problem-solving, and the willingness to suggest alternative approaches based on experience and research.
• Confidence to accept feedback.
• Ability to communicate efficiently with multiple people both internally and externally.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity.
• Interest in Hound Labs’ mission and desire to affect change.
• Intellectual curiosity, creativity, and eagerness to learn and teach.
• Self-starter mentality and an understanding of when to elevate key details for approval.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in the use of test equipment such as Oscilloscopes, Digital Volt Meters, Logic Analyzers, and Data Acquisition Hardware.
• Experience with Automated Equipment preferred.
• Technical desire and aptitude to learn new products and ability to learn quickly and adapt to a variety of technologies.
• Demonstrate knowledge of basic workshop etiquette, shop safety, and provide verbal and written communication across multiple departments.
• Able to follow both written and verbal instructions.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Proficiency with mechanical fabrication tools such as drill presses, saws, mills, hand tools, Power tools, etc
• Understand wiring diagrams, schematics, assembly drawings, mechanical component drawings
• Works a flexible schedule as required for executing the projects.
• Experience following and enforcing safety protocol, using proper PPE, and abiding by OSHA standards.
• Keep the lab space organized and equipped with supplies.
• Associate Degree, trade school, military technical training, or equivalent experience preferred
• Exposure to technologies such as sensors, electronics, controls, visual inspection, pneumatics, valves, and mechanisms
• Experience using hand gauges for inspection and measurement of precision machined components
• Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Offices.
• 3 -5 years of proven experience in electrical/electronics and mechanical fields.
• Strong troubleshooting skills required.
• Maintain a clean and professional workspace.
• 5+ years as an Engineering Technician or hands-on mechanical/electrical, or similar experience

POSITION | EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

• Full-time contract position.
• Occasional evening work may be required as job responsibilities demand.
• Days and hours of work may be variable depending on business needs.

Physical Requirements

• Exposure to moderate to loud noise and light as typical in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift 50 lbs unassisted

The HOUND® CANNABIS BREATHALYZER is intended to detect recent cannabis use. It does not measure whether, or how much, a person is impaired. It is intended solely for use in law enforcement, employment, and insurance settings. It should not be used for any medical or therapeutic purposes, or for any Federal drug testing programs, such as programs run by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the Department of Transportation (DOT), and the U.S. military.
Diversity is important at Hound Labs. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.