Electrical Engineering R&D Technician - Saronic

Job Title: Electrical Engineering R&D Technician
Job Location: Austin, Texas
Job Listing URL: https://jobs.lever.co/saronic/20aa3ae0-2394-4c45-9f5f-6f572b9d3c2e
Job Description: Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Job Overview
This Electrical Engineering R&D Technician will be embedded within Saronic's engineering team and requires both independent execution and close collaboration with design and integration engineers. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable building prototype harnesses and rigorously documenting all work performed for traceability, repeatability, and quality compliance. We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented R&D Harness Assembly Technician to support electrical system development, integration, and documentation across our autonomous maritime platforms.
Responsibilities
Assemble and route wire harnesses and cable assemblies based on drawings, schematics, and engineering input
Integrate harnesses into USVs and mUSVs, including confined marine compartments, watertight enclosures, and externally mounted hardware
Work with engineering to iterate on harness designs, lengths, routing, and termination details during prototyping and system bring-up
Solder and terminate to solder cup style connectors, including ODU and similar high-density circular connectors
Ensure robust electrical connections, proper shielding, environmental sealing, and strain relief per marine and defense standards
Accurately document all build steps, revisions, rework, deviations, and configuration changes in accordance with internal procedures
Support development and maintenance of work instructions and configuration-controlled documentation
Maintain an organized and safe work environment, including tool management and inventory tracking
Qualifications
2+ years of hands-on experience in harness assembly, preferably in R&D or prototyping environments
Proficiency in reading wiring schematics, connector tables, and mechanical routing drawings
Experience soldering to solder cup style connectors such as ODU or similar precision connectors
Familiarity with MIL-spec connectors (e.g., D38999), marine-rated cables, and environmental sealing techniques
Demonstrated ability to document work clearly and thoroughly for traceability and compliance
IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification preferred
Familiarity with NAVSEA electrical practices and/or ABS (American Bureau of Shipping) requirements is a plus
Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced engineering team
Must be a U.S. Person (due to ITAR-regulated programs)
Benefits
Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
Saronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office
Physical Demands
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours/day
Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 20 lbs.
The ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs
Ability to work outside for an extended period of time
Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install vehicle parts of varying size and weight overhead, accurately and in allotted timeframes
Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrain
Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/day
Climb and maintain balance on ladders, platforms, or other high structures
Ability to find issues in a work process and be alert to safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing
Demonstrated ability to handle and manipulate tooling and mechanically fasten bolts within required cycle time
Exposures to hazardous materials and ability to follow waste handling/disposal procedures
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, gloves and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines