Prototype Technician

Alva Industries; Trondheim; On-site; NOK 320,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Alva Industries seeks a hands-on technician for its prototyping team in Trondheim to validate new electric motors under development. You will assemble motor components and support data collection and testing, using basic electro-mechanical knowledge and a proactive approach.

The role emphasizes following procedures, documenting results, and collaborating with engineers. English or Norwegian fluency is required, with a preference for candidates with soldering, epoxies, and BOM experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow and write simple procedures and work instructions.
• Experience with engineering drawings and BOMs is an advantage.
• Experience with epoxies or adhesives is an advantage.
• Soldering experience is an advantage.
• Fluency in Norwegian or English.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components of electric motors.
• Collect and document test data using Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Support engineers with testing and validation activities.
• Mixing and handling epoxies and potting materials.
• Soldering electrical components and wiring.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Structured

Team collaboration

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Trade certificate or technical education

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Responsibilities
This is a hands-on role within Alva’s prototyping team, focused on validating new electric motors under development. You will be responsible for assembling motor components and supporting the engineering team with data collection and testing. The role requires an understanding of electro-mechanical systems and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities
This is a hands-on role within Alva’s prototyping team, focused on validating new electric motors under development. You will be responsible for assembling motor components and supporting the engineering team with data collection and testing. The role requires an understanding of electro-mechanical systems and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
Key Tasks

• Mixing and handling epoxies and potting materials
• Soldering electrical components and wiring
• Assembling components of electric motors
• Collecting and documenting test data using Microsoft Word and Excel
• Supporting engineers with testing and validation activities

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a production or manufacturing environment
• Ability to follow and write simple procedures and work instructions
• Experience with engineering drawings and bills of materials (BOMs) is an advantage
• Experience with epoxies or adhesives is an advantage
• Soldering experience is an advantage
• Fluency in Norwegian or English

Personal Qualities

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality
• Structured and comfortable working with procedures
• Strong collaboration skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude

Preferred Background

• Experience soldering electrical components
• Experience working with epoxies or adhesives
• Experience manufacturing electro-mechanical systems
• Trade certificate or relevant technical education

Please note that your CV and application should be submitted in English.