--- title: Electromechanical Engineering Technician I III description: Wildcat Discovery Technologies is hiring for the Electromechanical Engineering Technician I III role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/electromechanical-engineering-technician-i-iii-at-wildcat-discovery-technologies-01a18f97-ce2e-7e18-80ba-b620d49b5460 date: 2026-10-31T02:15:23Z og_description: Join Wildcat Discovery Technologies as Electromechanical Engineering Technician I III in San Diego, CA. Pays $27–$36 per hour. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/qd8zdl.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Wildcat Discovery Technologies | | **Location** | San Diego, CA | | **Salary** | $27/hr - $36/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 30, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** Wildcat Discovery Technologies sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 1 H-1B petition (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Wildcat Discovery Technologies. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $71,000 – $77,000 a year (median $73,000). ## Description Wildcat Discoveries is looking for a highly motivated Electromechanical Technician to support the development, assembly, installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and improvement of laboratory, testing, and process equipment. This position combines electrical, mechanical, electrical, and practical equipment assembly and trouble-shooting skills. It is intended for someone who enjoys working directly with equipment and solving real-world technical problems. The successful candidate may have developed their skills through many years of hands-on technical experience, trade or military training, or through a technical/engineering degree combined with practical experience. The role will work closely with engineers, scientists, technicians, and laboratory personnel to keep existing equipment operating reliably while helping design and implement improvements and new equipment. **Essential Functions** - Electrical assembly of custom research and process equipment: panel and enclosure wiring, wire harnesses, terminations, connectors, and sensor/instrument installation - Perform electrical testing and diagnostics (continuity, voltage, current, and insulation checks) to troubleshoot faults in heaters, motors, pumps, relays, sensors, controllers, and power supplies - Perform routine maintenance tasks on laboratory equipment such as vacuum pumps, robotic research tools, recirculating water chillers, centrifuges and general lab facilities. - Mechanical assembly of custom research components - Repair or replace faulty electrical and control components, verify proper operation after repair, and document wiring changes - Maintain organization of general shop tools, hardware inventory - Hands-on fabrication as needed: drill & tap holes, use of belt sander and hydraulic press - Report problems, issues and unexpected observations timely. - Meet timelines and deadlines consistently. **Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required** - Basic hands-on fabrication experience: comfortable using drill press, belt sander, hydraulic press, tapping threaded holes, CNC machine operation - Ability to perform maintenance on mechanical systems: disassemble equipment, identify and replace worn components, reassemble and test. - Working knowledge of electrical fundamentals (AC/DC circuits, single- and three-phase power) and safe use of multimeters, clamp meters, and other electrical test equipment - Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment drawings to troubleshoot and assemble electrical systems - Experience with wire stripping, crimping, soldering, and terminating; familiarity with lockout/tagout and electrical safety practices - Comfortable working on roof of building to perform maintenance on lab exhaust system - Ability to document new assembly procedures using Microsoft Word - Ability to follow equipment manuals to perform preventative maintenance tasks - Ability to communicate and work effectively and cooperatively across levels and organizations. **Education & Experience** - Prior experience in a technical setting (operator, technician, mechanic) - Associates Degree, Postsecondary Certification, and/or Apprenticeships & Military training. **Work hours** - General work hours are onsite from 8 AM – 5 PM. Periodically, it may be required to start work at 6 AM to complete tasks before normal operations begin. 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