sensor engineering technician

Description

Sensor engineering technicians collaborate with sensor engineers in the development of sensors, sensor systems, and products that are equipped with sensors. Their role is to build, test, maintain, and repair the sensor equipment.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

design drawings electronic test procedures digital twin technology electronics sensors electronic equipment standards

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

control engineering electrical engineering precision measuring instruments microelectronics digital camera sensors microprocessors mechanical engineering automatic control system firmware CAD software CAE software consumer electronics microsensors microassembly

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

liaise with engineers operate scientific measuring equipment read engineering drawings assist scientific research fasten components prepare production prototypes apply soldering techniques inspect quality of products assemble sensors meet deadlines solder electronics interpret circuit diagrams align components record test data adjust engineering designs test sensors

OPTIONALOptional competences

perform test run monitor machine operations maintain sensor equipment wear cleanroom suit integrate new products in manufacturing apply technical communication skills operate precision machinery create technical plans keep records of work progress program firmware write technical reports use precision tools perform data analysis resolve equipment malfunctions