Electronic Hardware Technician
Location: Boston

Zipcar is the world's leading car sharing service with more than 180,000 members and 5,500 vehicles in urban areas and college campuses throughout 25 North American states and provinces as well as in London, England. As a leader in urban transportation, Zipcar offers more than 25 makes and models of self-service vehicles by the hour or day to savvy city residents and businesses looking for an alternative to the high costs and hassles of owning a car in the city. For more information, visit www.zipcar.com. 

Summary
This position is responsible for the assembly, testing and distribution of vehicle hardware for the Zipcar fleet.

Job Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Production of vehicle wiring harnesses
• Assembly of RFID card readers and control units
• Final testing of all in-vehicle components and systems
• Assist in designing schematics for vehicle harnesses (part of lean manufacturing initiative)
• Assist in reordering and inventory auditing for primary system components
• Assist company technicians and engineers in research and development of in vehicle hardware

Qualifications
The successful candidate must have the following experience, skills, and education:

• Study in electrical or computer engineering
• Good understanding of circuit schematics and general circuit operations
• Demonstrate good mechanical skills
• Basic computer skills
• Flexible to work various shifts, as assigned
• Demonstrate good soldering skills
• Interpersonal skills—the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others' ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things
• Oral communication—the individual speaks clearly
• Adaptability—the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events
• Dependability—the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance

As a member of the Zipcar Team you will receive:

• Competitive Compensation
• Superior Benefits Package
• Free Membership
• Discounts on services, products and much more

Please send your resume in Word format along with a cover letter and salary history / requirements in email format to bjackson@zipcar.com.

While we appreciate every applicant's interest, only those under consideration will be contacted. We regret that phone calls will not be accepted. EOE