Engineering Technician 2 - Auto OEM
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Junior
Associate's
Olathe, KS, USA
In Person
Hardware EngineeringHardware Validation & Testing
About the job
Requirements
- An Associate's degree in Electronics Technology, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a substantially similar field; electronics-related military training; completion of at least 80 hours toward a bachelor's degree in Electronics Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a substantially related field; current ISCET certification or a related certification; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, together with at least one year of relevant experience in addition to any one of the listed education options.
- Excellent academic performance, generally a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0, and the ability to apply learned knowledge effectively.
- For internal associates, demonstrated mastery of the responsibilities of the Engineering Technician 1 role.
- Demonstrated ability to apply test processes and methods to verify design and product performance.
- For electrical roles, demonstrated ability to read schematics, understand circuits, and perform component-level debugging with minimal oversight.
- For electrical roles, ability to safely and competently operate basic and advanced laboratory equipment and tools, including PCB milling machines, oscilloscopes, and EMC analyzers.
- Understanding of basic test plans and procedures, including FCC, CE, and live GPS testing.
- Demonstrated ability to reference and interpret design standards and procedures, perform simple troubleshooting with minimal input, and execute product test plans as documented.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel.
- Ability to bend, twist, lift up to 50 pounds and team-lift up to 100 pounds using safe lifting techniques, push or pull test equipment on wheeled racks up to 400 pounds, stand for extended periods, climb and use ladders to connect cables, and walk long distances throughout the facility.
Responsibilities
- Perform simple troubleshooting with minimal input from engineering.
- Operate advanced laboratory test equipment and tools to test and troubleshoot test failures.
- Troubleshoot advanced test failures and isolate test setup problems from equipment failures.
- Set up, run, and complete detailed qualification test plans independently, and provide detailed test reports.
- Set up and execute test plans as documented and provide detailed, error-free test reports.
- Write technical reports documenting test setups, block diagrams, test results, and analysis.
- Use computer systems and programs for clerical functions, including entering bills of materials and completing purchase orders.
- Recommend design improvements and changes in assembly methods to improve reliability or simplify assembly and maintenance; learn more advanced hardware modifications.
- Track laboratory equipment and coordinate with the Calibration Lab to ensure equipment calibration compliance.
- Reference and interpret design standards and procedures.
- Mentor less experienced technicians.
- Document basic test setups, testing performed, and test results in an organized manner.
- Lay out electronic circuits.
- Partner with Design Engineers by reading schematics, understanding circuits, and debugging basic circuits to the component level.
- Apply system interconnects and wiring practices; diagnose and correct connection and wiring problems, and create system wiring diagrams with assistance.
- Perform component-level debugging with minimal oversight.
- Operate advanced laboratory test equipment such as PCB milling machines, multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers.
- Modify PCBs and units, including adjusting, calibrating, aligning, or modifying circuitry and components, and record effects on unit performance; learn skills for more difficult hardware modifications.
- Prepare and execute electrical rework and software updates on laboratory prototypes.
- Recommend design improvements and changes in basic circuitry.
Desired Qualifications
- Outstanding academic performance, generally a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5.
- Test software development experience.
About the company
Garmin builds GPS navigation devices and wearables for runners, cyclists, outdoor explorers, pilots and boat owners. Its fēnix watches combine activity tracking, health sensors and maps in a rugged design, while Garmin Connect organizes workouts and training data. The company also sells aircraft cockpit displays, boat chartplotters and sonar, and navigation and infotainment systems for vehicle manufacturers. It earns revenue through device sales via retailers, dealers and its own stores, alongside fees for connected services and mapping subscriptions. Founded in 1989, Garmin has its operational headquarters in Olathe, Kansas, United States, while Garmin Ltd. is legally domiciled in Switzerland.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Olathe, Kansas
Founded
1989
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Sales keep expanding: Garmin reported July 2026 quarterly revenue of $2.02 billion, up 11% from the prior year.
- U.S. employees get unusual training support: Garmin reimburses full-time associates for pilot certification, ground school and flight hours.
- Hardware creates recurring sales: Garmin bills inReach satellite service subscribers through prepaid monthly renewals.
What critics are saying
- Outdoor demand trails other divisions: Garmin reported July 2026 outdoor revenue falling 2% from the prior year.
- Production carries geographic exposure: Garmin places its principal consumer-product factories in Taiwan.
- Factory work limits flexibility: Garmin's Olathe machine operator role requires on-site evening shifts and standing throughout the shift.
What makes Garmin unique
- Garmin controls more production: it operates its own factories across six countries.
- Long trips shape product design: Garmin rates Enduro 3 for up to 36 days in smartwatch mode.
- Its software handles flight emergencies: Garmin Autoland lands aircraft and communicates with air traffic control.
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Benefits
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Professional Development Budget
- Conference Attendance Budget
- Training Programs
- Employee Discounts
- Meal Tickets
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Performance Bonus