Electrical Engineering Technician

Join Us as an Electrical Engineering Technician at Potter Global Technologies

At Potter Global Technologies, we’ve been protecting lives around the world for over 125 years—and we’re just getting started. We’re a global leader in life safety solutions, committed to saving lives through innovative technology and trusted partnerships.

Our vision is for our customers to know us globally as their innovative, easy-to-do-business-with, best-in-class life-safety product partner. And our mission? With a passion for creating safer environments worldwide, our mission is to provide our customers with a team of real people that connect them with reliable expertise in life safety applications.

If you're inspired by purpose, energized by collaboration, and thrive in an environment of feedback, ownership, and experimentation—you’ll feel at home here.

As an Electrical Engineering Technician, you will support the development of cutting-edge products from concept through production. Our R&D Engineering team is looking for someone who thrives in lab environments, enjoys working closely with engineers, and takes pride in assembling, testing, and troubleshooting electronic systems. If you have strong technical skills, a collaborative mindset, and a desire to contribute to meaningful product advancements, this role could be perfect for you!

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with engineers to bring new product concepts to life through hands-on prototyping, testing, and documentation.
• Safely build and evaluate electronic assemblies, ensuring functionality and reliability throughout the development cycle.
• Conduct performance tests on systems and circuit assemblies, accurately capturing and reporting results.
• Generate clear, data-driven documentation – including reports, charts, and graphs – using Microsoft Office tools.
• Support pilot production runs, providing on-the-ground technical assistance and ensuring smooth handoffs to manufacturing.
• Work closely with quality control, purchasing, and suppliers to source and evaluate new and existing components.
• Interpret technical documentation such as schematics, PCB layouts, datasheets, BOMs, and assembly drawings.
• Operate and maintain lab equipment including soldering irons, power supplies, oscilloscopes, multimeters, and standard hand tools.
• Keep the lab environment organized, efficient, and aligned with safety standards.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support team goals and project milestones.

What You Bring

Experience That Drives Success

• Associate’s/technical degree in electrical engineering technology or related, or equivalent experience in a similar role.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in an engineering environment.
• Prior experience with hands-on PCB assembly, soldering, prototype construction and testing.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot electronic components, printed circuit assemblies, and hardware.

Key Strengths & Skills

• Acts with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proactive time management and ability to work on many projects at various points of the product development cycle.
• Bias for action and ability to work with a sense of urgency
• Collaboration skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Our Culture

• We build strong relationships—with teammates, partners, and customers
• We take pride in knowing every product we build serves the purpose of protecting lives
• We listen actively, coach frequently, and own our results
• We foster innovation, value curiosity, and believe that experimentation is part of growth
• We create a welcoming and inclusive space where everyone belongs
• We take ownership of our work—quality and safety are at the core of what we do

Benefits That Matter

• Employee Ownership Program – You’re not just an employee—you’re an owner. We share success together.
• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Continuous learning and development opportunities
• Financial Wellness programs including complimentary Certified Financial Planner sessions
• Recognition programs that celebrate individual and team wins
• A mission-driven team that supports life-saving outcomes, every day

Location

This is a full-time position, on-site at our Maple Grove, MN location. The expected schedule is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, but an occasional shift in hours may be necessary to accommodate project schedules.

Ready to Apply?

Ready to make a real impact? If you’re driven, curious, and excited to grow with a team that’s changing the world—and where you’re not just an employee but an owner—we want you on board!

Join us, and let’s create safer environments together—making a global difference you’ll be proud to own.