Battery Busbar Assembly & Rework Technician (Contract)

company; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

company is seeking a Mechanical Assembly and Rework Technician for a contract position in Fremont, CA. The role involves hands-on assembly, soldering connectors on large busplates, fixture operation, and rework of large-format mechanical assemblies.

You will support prototype builds, engineering trials, and low-volume production while maintaining quality and clean manufacturing practices. The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to follow

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree, trade-school training, or technical certification preferred.
• Hands-on experience in mechanical assembly, manufacturing, fabrication, production rework, equipment assembly, or a similar environment.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, assembly fixtures, and basic measuring equipment.
• Experience with Dremels, sanders, files, deburring tools, or similar fabrication and rework tools.
• Soldering experience preferred; ability to learn and consistently perform a product-specific soldering technique.
• Familiarity with adhesives, surface preparation, clamping, bonded assemblies, or torque-controlled fastening is preferred.
• Ability to read and follow drawings, work instructions, rework instructions, and visual standards.
• Experience with busbars, busplates, battery components, sheet-metal assemblies, or industrial equipment is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to perform precise, repeatable work.
• Strong attention to detail, safety, cleanliness, and workmanship.
• Basic documentation and data-entry skills.
• Effective communication and ability to work collaboratively with technicians, engineers, and manufacturing teams.

Responsibilities

• Solder electrical connectors onto large busplates using established techniques and work instructions.
• Assemble busplates and related components using adhesives, compression fixtures, fasteners, brackets, and hand tools.
• Support prototype builds, engineering trials, and low-volume production of large-format mechanical and electromechanical assemblies.
• Perform controlled rework and part modifications using Dremels, sanders, files, deburring tools, and similar equipment.
• Prepare and clean surfaces and completed parts to meet manufacturing cleanliness requirements.
• Inspect assemblies for dimensions, alignment, fit, surface condition, and overall workmanship using basic measuring tools.
• Set up and maintain tools and fixtures, identify assembly issues, and provide feedback to improve tooling and work instructions.
• Organize materials and document completed work, process results, and observed defects.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and follow all requirements for soldering equipment, adhesives, power tools, and PPE.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

company is seeking a Mechanical Assembly and Rework Technician for a contract position in Fremont, CA. The role involves hands-on assembly, soldering connectors on large busplates, fixture operation, and rework of large-format mechanical assemblies.

You will support prototype builds, engineering trials, and low-volume production while maintaining quality and clean manufacturing practices. The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to follow