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Hardware Engineering Technician

Velo3D

Job Location:

Fremont, CA - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 31 - 40

Posted: 6 August 2026 (13 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 3 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Overview:

The Hardware Engineering Technician is responsible for the assembly integration testing troubleshooting repair and qualification of complex mechanical electrical pneumatic and optical systems used in advanced manufacturing equipment. This role supports the full product lifecycle from prototype development and new product introduction (NPI) through pilot builds and production release while ensuring system performance quality and reliability. Working closely with engineering and manufacturing teams the technician provides technical feedback to improve product designs assembly processes and documentation participates in continuous improvement initiatives and contributes to the successful execution of cross-functional projects. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical professional with strong analytical and problem-solving skills capable of working independently in a fast-paced high-precision manufacturing environment while maintaining a strong commitment to safety quality and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Assemble mechanical electrical optical and pneumatic systems.
Test troubleshoot and repair subsystems built by third party suppliers.
Perform system integration assembly testing troubleshooting and repair.
Perform System process qualification.
Guide new product introduction to manufacturing from prototype through pilot and production release (2 large multi-year projects and several multi-month CIP projects in progress).
Create review redline and/or update assembly testing and calibration documentation.
Provide assembly feedback (redlines) to engineering for the improvement of design instructions and documentation.
Initiates and participates in process improvement activities as approved and directed by supervisor.
Participate in and support department projects and company initiatives as required.

Qualifications

5 years working in a manufacturing or related engineering environment ideally in capital equipment manufacturing.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical mechanical pneumatic and optical assemblies and systems.
Electrical Skills
Understands circuits and able to troubleshoot power resistance current issues in a circuit.
Knowledge of sensors (pressure transducer oxygen sensors VFDs etc.)
Mechanical Skills:

Assembly of linear stages and guide systems.
Hands-on technician familiar with machining forming and welding processes.
Troubleshooting mechanical systems including pump/VFD pneumatic control pressure and fluid flow (cooling systems linear motion and control systems)
Mechanical assembly actions which involve lifting up to 50 lbs. climbing ladders and occasionally performing tasks in confined spaces.
Use of forklift gantry or other equipment to lift heavy items/assemblies in excess of 3000 a safe and precise manner. Protection of personnel and equipment is always paramount.

Electrical Skills:

Build and assemble cable harnesses from schematics and cable drawings.
Build and assemble electrical enclosures with components from schematics and drawings.

Pneumatic Skills:

Reading schematics piping and instrumention diagrams to build and troubleshoot systems by tracing a signal from start to finish through multiple cables sensors and control modules.
Assembling piping systems with pumps sensors valves filters etc. of new development products on existing and new tools.

Optical Skills:

Knowledge on how to clean and handle optics correctly
Ability to learn the assembly and adjustment of precision optics.
Learn to evaluate optical path of laser equipment with test tools cameras and software.

Computer Skills:

Proficiency using windows operating systems navigating file trees installing software and drivers.
Proficiency troubleshooting local networks using IP and ModBus networking protocols.

Excellent time management skills with attention to detail
Ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy
Demonstrated analytical organizational and communication skills
Ability to solve problems multi-task and work in fast paced environment
Experience working as an independent contributor and as a member of the team

$31 - $40 an hour

About the Company:

Velo Velo3D Sapphire and Intelligent Fusion are registered trademarks of Velo3D Inc. Without Compromise Flow Flow Developer and Assure are trademarks of Velo3D Inc.

With the only SupportFree laser powder bed fusion capability we enable on-demand manufacturing of production quality Titanium Inconel and Aluminum parts with an unprecedented degree of design freedom and quality control. The VELO3Daward-winning solution includes an integrated offering of hardware and software: Sapphire metal AM production printer Flow print preparation software Assure quality assurance and control system and an integrated manufacturing process that runs throughout the printing operation.

Our team enjoys excellent benefits including healthcare coverage and 401(K) employer contributions. We believe in transparency and recognizing exceptional efforts through our monthly all-hands meetings and team member appreciation awards.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The starting base hourly rate for this full-time position is between $31.00 and $40.00 per hour. This hourly rate range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this position in the U.S. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors such as work experience job-related skills related education work location and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the addition to a competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package this position may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and equity program as applicable.

Velo3D provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race color religion age sex national origin disability medical condition genetic information military or veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

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