Engineering Technician

Thea Energy
Thea Energy

Software Engineering

Kearny, NJ, USA

USD 30-43 / hour + Equity

Posted 6+ months ago

Key Responsibility Areas:

  • Build, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical systems
  • Assist in developing new equipment, tools, procedures, and inspection techniques to reduce production time while maintaining high quality
  • Responsible for tool and workspace organization and maintenance
  • Assemble and troubleshoot test articles and supporting test equipment
  • Collaborate to support development of manufacturing processes and tooling

Required Experience & Skillsets:

  • High-school diploma or equivalent
  • 5+ years of experience in shop fabrication, manufacturing, research, or high-tech industry
  • 5+ years of technical experience with any of the following:mechanical or electrical systems, high pressure or high vacuum systems, cryogenic systems, plumbing, soldering, system testing, power or controls systems
  • Comfortable working to aggressive deadlines and exceptional work ethic
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite tools or similar software

Ideal Experience:

  • Knowledge of quality control and inspection procedures
  • Experience operating, maintaining, or troubleshooting or programming automation equipment, e.g. PLC, HMI, or process controllers
  • Experience with reflow solder processes, including PCBA manufacturing
  • Crane or lifting experience
  • Forklift experience
  • Experience with electrical schematic and wiring
  • Experience using various types of hand tools and precision measuring tools
  • Experience in documenting, improving, and implementing process instructions
  • Experience with reading and reviewing mechanical drawings
  • Experience with machining, operating manual milling, saws, and other tools

Company Benefits:

  • Hourly rate $30-43/hr
  • Comprehensive health benefits (e.g. medical/dental/vision)
  • Employee equity stock options
  • 20 days PTO

Requirements:

  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to perform activities such as typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time.
  • Willingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call.
  • Ability to work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics.