Tempo Automation

Engineering Technician

San Diego, California, United States · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 33 days ago

ComplianceHRMechanical DesignPower ElectronicsCommunication

About the role

Tempo is backed by leading climate and energy investors, including Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Khosla Ventures, and Prelude Ventures.
For more information, visit www.tempoenergy.com.
The ideal candidate is a driven professional who has graduated from a strong technical program, has at least 4 years of hands-on experience, and is eager to bring their energy and foundational skills to a fast-paced startup environment.

Perform precision TIG/MIG welding on structural assemblies and operate machine shop equipment (mills, lathes, drill presses, band saws) to create or modify parts
Modify and repair parts, prototypes, and test rigs to support agile R&D needs using welding, grinding, cutting, and machining techniques
Partner with engineers to interpret technical drawings, troubleshoot fabrication challenges, and recommend design improvements for manufacturability
Maintain welding gear and machine tools in optimal working condition
Record prototype builds, assembly procedures, fabrication parameters, and component modifications, providing real-time feedback to engineering and R&D teams

Experience in high-temperature applications, thermal systems, or energy storage
Knowledge of materials science, particularly around fabrication and welding of heat-resistant materials
Familiarity with safety standards and best practices in fabrication and high-temperature R&D settings
Experience with electromechanical assembly, wiring, and integration of prototype systems
Assemble complex mechanical and electromechanical systems as required
Familiarity with sensors, thermocouples, heaters, and industrial instrumentation; experience with thermal or energy storage systems a plus

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, formal welding certification, or completion of a technical/trade school program
4 or more years of hands-on experience in mechanical fabrication, welding, and assembly
experience in an R&D or startup environment a plus
Proficiency in TIG and MIG welding on various metals
Experience with manual mills, lathes, grinders, and general metalworking tools
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
Advanced experience with high-temperature and specialty materials (ceramics, alloys, refractory metals) or willingness to learn
Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to work to tight tolerances

The US base hourly salary range for this full-time position is $24.04 to $25.91 + equity + benefits.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.
Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, location, and relevant education or training.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include equity or benefits.

You professionally say what you mean, lead with empathy, use tact, ask when you're unsure, and keep the people around you informed without being asked.
At a company our size, communication gaps are expensive, and good communicators add to success and efficiency!

This listing is sourced directly from Tempo Automation's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.