Amperesand
Test Engineering Technician
Reno, Nevada, United States · Mid
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About the role
- This role combines electro-mechanical assembly, test execution, validation, and laboratory operations.
- Safety, attention to detail, and collaboration are critical to success in this position.
Responsibilities
- Build and wire electrical panels and control systems
- Support installation, wiring, commissioning, and troubleshooting of manufacturing and pilot-line equipment, including automation platforms and fixtures
- Collaborate with engineers on prototype iterations, test fixture development, and product improvements
- Set up, configure, and maintain test equipment for electrical, mechanical, and power electronics validation
- Collect, analyze, document, and present test data and results
- Develop and improve testing procedures, protocols, and laboratory practices based on engineering feedback and test results
Requirements
- Ability to collect, analyze, and communicate test results
- Strong organizational skills and ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced development environment
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a laboratory or industrial setting for extended periods
Nice to have
- Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical field
- Experience with high-voltage or medium-voltage systems (5 kV to 36 kV)
- Experience testing power electronics, converters, inverters, batteries, or energy systems
- Familiarity with PLCs, HMI/SCADA systems, and industrial controls
- Experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA, or 3DEXPERIENCE
- Knowledge of Python, data analysis tools, or automated test systems
- Experience supporting product validation, prototype development, or pilot-line activities
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and Jira
Compensation
- Competitive Salary + Incentive Stock Options
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental benefits for employees and their dependents, effective from the start of hire
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- 401k retirement savings plan through Empower
- Employees receive paid time off (PTO), paid sick days, and paid company holidays <span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335
Company info
- We are facing a once-in-a-generation opportunity for infrastructure disruption.
- Scalable in-house advanced manufacturing capability is our foundation for meeting timeline and quality expectation to serve infrastructure customers around the world.
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