Cable & Harness Soldering Technician

Company: Express Employment Professionals - San Diego
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Summary The Soldering Technician is responsible for assembling cable and wire harnesses, box builds, kitting, and related electro-mechanical products from start to finish. This role works under indirect supervision and requires precision, attention to detail, and adherence to quality and production standards. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Read and interpret work orders, production documentation, blueprints, schematics, sample assemblies, and verbal instructions. Perform a wide range of assembly and soldering tasks, including but not limited to: Wire cutting, stripping, labeling, crimping, stuffing, bag & tag Hand soldering (wire-to-wire, wire-to-board, PCB soldering) Potting, heat shrink, backshelling, harnessing, and harness board construction IDC, SCSI, continuity testing, pin extraction Box builds, kitting, wire list creation, and special projects Inspect work for quality and workmanship in accordance with IPC standards. Assist with Quality Management System (QMS) activities and support continuous improvement initiatives. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Working knowledge of IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620; J-STD-001 certification preferred. Strong hand-eye coordination with the ability to perform fine soldering under magnification (microscope use). Excellent attention to detail with the ability to read and interpret blueprints and assembly drawings. Ability to distinguish colors for wiring and color-coding purposes. Proficient in using hand tools including long-nose pliers, side cutters, and soldering irons. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately. Capable of computing measurements accurately. Education & Experience High School Diploma or equivalent required. 1–2 years of experience in electro-mechanical or cable/harness assembly preferred. Basic computer skills required. Physical Demands Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Requires close vision, manual dexterity, and prolonged sitting at a workstation. You should be proficient in: IPC-A-610 Soldering

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