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Senior Technician (Control Panel Assembly)

Watlow
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 17 Jul 2025

About the role

Working at Watlow
Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for nearly a century. Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility.


Overview:
Watlow is hiring an Senior Technician at our new Technology Development Center (TDC) in Hillsboro, Oregon. This center supports both local customers in the Tualatin and Hillsboro area as well as our broader global customer base. As a Senior Technician supporting the development and assembly of high-performance thermal solutions for the semiconductor industry you will work hands-on with electro-mechanical systems to help bring customer-focused designs to life in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities:
• Read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics to build prototype and production systems
• Assemble and troubleshoot electromechanical products using hand tools, test equipment, and technical drawings
• Collaborate with engineers to fabricate and test thermal devices used in semiconductor manufacturing
• Support the creation of BOMs and documentation for new and modified designs
• Assist in setup and execution of tests and experiments for validation and performance assessment
• Convert design concepts into working assemblies with high precision and attention to detail
• Support continuous improvement of processes and tooling used in system builds

Qualifications:
• Associate degree in a technical discipline OR 3–5 years of relevant experience in electromechanical assembly or testing
• Strong ability to read and understand engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics
• Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly and electrical wiring
• Familiarity with thermal systems, sensors, or controls is a plus
• Able to work independently or in a team, with a strong focus on quality and safety

Additional details:
Travel to our Mexico facility and our Austin Facility will be needed 25-50% of the first couple of months for training.


Benefits: The Watlow Total Compensation Plan
The health, well-being and financial stability of you and your family is a high priority to us. The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes competitive compensation and a full range of life and career enhancing benefits:
• Annual Incentive Program
• 401(k) plan that includes a company match on your contribution and an annual company contribution that is tied to company performance
• Wellness incentives
• Employee Personal Assistance Program
• Dental, medical, vision and short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Paid holidays, personal time, and vacation
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement

Diversity & Inclusion
We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member’s individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Please let us know confidentially if you need or require any special accommodations to participate in our recruiting process by emailing us at accommodations@Watlow.com.

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