Role description
Engineering Technician
FortellFortell is building breakthrough AI-powered hearing technology that redefines how people experience sound and connect with the world. Powered by custom silicon and advances in hearing science, our hearing aids help people hear, and live, with greater clarity and confidence.
We move fast, build with intention, and never lose sight of the people we’re building for. We’re bringing together exceptional minds in technology, science, design, and care—and we’re just getting started. If you want to help shape a new era of hearing technology, we’d love to meet you.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Engineering Technician to provide hands-on support to our electrical and mechanical engineering teams working on our hearing aid devices. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with both electrical and mechanical components, has hands-on soldering and small-device assembly experience, and enjoys tackling a wide range of technical tasks in a fast-moving environment.
This position is full-time on-site in our New York City office.
Responsibilities
Assist electrical and mechanical engineers with a variety of hands-on technical tasks related to our hearing aid devices
Build, modify, and rework hearing aid devices and components to support engineering and product development
Perform soldering, wiring, mechanical assembly, and rework as needed
Assist with testing, troubleshooting, and validation of devices and components
Support the development and implementation of test equipment
Support the development and implementation of test plans
Assemble production devices as needed
Support documentation, including SOPs and technical procedures
Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and quality standards
Minimum qualifications
High-school diploma; associate degree or equivalent experience
Required Skills
Hands-on experience in soldering (wires, not SMT)
Proficiency in working with small devices and components
General mechanical aptitude and comfort using basic hand tools
Ability to work independently and manage a variety of tasks
Strong work ethic, flexibility, and resourcefulness
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Comfortable in a fast-moving startup environment
Preferred Skills
Experience working with medical devices
Basic programming skills
Solid modeling skills
Experience with device testing, troubleshooting, or product development
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