Technician II

Rapidly Growing Life Sciences Technology Company

Ultima Genomics is a rapidly growing company that is developing ground-breaking genomics technologies. Our mission is to continuously drive the scale of genomic information to enable unprecedented advances in biology and improvements in human health. We have developed a foundational new approach to sequencing at scale that overcomes limitations due to the high costs of current technologies. We are well-funded and have raised approximately $600 million from global top-tier investors. Our team brings together unique and diverse expertise across multiple disciplines, from healthcare and life sciences, to engineering, to technology and software and beyond. We are a collaborative group, including successful entrepreneurs, chemists, hardware and software engineers, genomics and biotechnology experts, molecular and computational biologists, software and algorithm experts, and operations and commercial leaders. Join us to develop and commercialize technologies that unleash the power of genomics at scale and empower the future of human health. 

We are looking for a highly motivated Technician II, Sub-Assembly to join our team!

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled electro-mechanical technician who is passionate about building impactful technology and contributing to meaningful change in the world.

This opportunity is an onsite full-time 9-month contracting position based in our Fremont, CA office.

 How You’ll Contribute

• Build, assemble, install, and test complex mechanical and electro-mechanical assemblies, fixtures, and equipment using hand and power tools
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues across subsystems
• Collaborate with engineering teams to identify and drive design or process improvements
• Redline assembly and test instructions
• Support quality and manufacturing engineering teams on production issues and new product introduction (NPI) initiatives
• Other job duties as assigned

Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• AA/AS in engineering, physics, or a related field preferred, and 2+ years of relevant hands-on experience in manufacturing or assembly
• Hands-on experience assembling, testing, or troubleshooting electro-mechanical systems, instruments, or production equipment
• Experience building wiring harnesses from engineering documentation, including interpreting schematics, wire lists, assembly drawings, and work instructions
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics (via PDM viewers, PDFs, etc.)
• Skilled in using hand tools and diagnostic instruments, including calipers, torque drivers, wire crimpers, multimeters, and more
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills for precision assembly
• Proactive, dependable, and committed to high-quality work with a positive attitude, curiosity, and eagerness to learn and contribute to a collaborative team environment
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods, pull, lift/move/carry up to 30 lbs and perform tasks requiring fine motor skills and close visual focus

This contracting position offers an hourly pay rate between $27/hour and $30/hour, and your actual base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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Ultima Genomics is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. See also Ultima Genomics’ EEO Policy and Know Your Rights. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting recruiting@ultimagen.com.