Apprentice Operating Engineer Jobs in Laurel, MD

The Apprentice Assembler will support Genesis Engineering Solutions, Inc., hardware programs/projects, on location, Lanham Maryland. Additional rapid prototyping and production projects could be included.  The Apprentice Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Assembler will be trained to mount, solder, and inspect electronic components (resistors, transistors, ICs) onto circuit boards following blueprints. Working under supervision, they use hand tools like soldering irons, heat guns, and microscopes to ensure precise, high-quality connections. Key tasks include reading technical diagrams, assembling, and repairing or cleaning PCB assemblies.

Education And Experience: 

Core Responsibilities

• Soldering & Assembly: Soldering components to the board using hand tools (soldering irons) and following IPC standards.
• Inspection & Testing: Visually inspecting completed boards for defects such as solder bridges or misaligned components, sometimes using magnification tools.
• Documentation & Cleanup: Reading and interpreting wiring diagrams, blueprints, and assembly instructions. Cleaning, trimming, and prepping boards for production.
• Machine Operation: Assisting with operating automated assembly machinery, such as pick-and-place machines or reflow ovens. 
• Computer Skills: Must be comfortable using Windows and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED): Required.
• Technical Skills: Ability to learn to read schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Manual Dexterity: Steady hands for handling small components and fine-pitch soldering.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to quality control.
• Experience: Previous experience in electronics, manufacturing, or a related field is helpful but not always required for entry-level apprenticeships.
• Certifications: Familiarity or willingness to learn IPC-A-610 standards, NASA-STD.1- Polymeric, NASA-STD - CCH, NASA -STD- ESD

• Must have a High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED): Required

• Experience with the use of measuring tools, interpret visual aids, interpret blueprint drawings is a plus.
• Experience with the use of hand or power tools and electronic and pneumatic tooling for production and prototype support.
• Computer Skills: Must be comfortable using Windows and Microsoft Office.

Working Conditions:

The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

• Work is typically in a clean, controlled environment.
• Requires long periods of sitting or standing.
• Use of magnifying lamps and safety gear (e.g., ESD-safe clothing). 

Competencies:

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position has no supervisory responsibility.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand.  The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and to climb or balance.  The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This position is full-time 40 hours per week. Typically, day and core hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Travel:
 Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected. 

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching 

Profit-Sharing 

Dental Insurance 

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Supplemental Pay:

Bonus pay (discretionary)

Eligibility: In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.  We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT: 

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