Electrical Technician

Eos Energy Storage; Turtle Creek (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. in Turtle Creek, PA seeks an entry-level Associate Manufacturing Electrical Technician to support assembly of energy cube trays, assemble/disassemble energy cubes, and perform initial tray testing under supervision.

You will learn advanced processes from senior technicians, read mechanical/electrical drawings, use hand and power tools, and ensure safety and quality in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 2-year technical degree in electronics or electrical field.
• 0–2 years experience in electronics or electrical field.
• Knowledge of working with high voltage and AC/DC currents.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect energy blocks on receipt and ensure no issues.
• Disassemble and assemble energy cube components.
• Assemble energy cube trays and wire per specifications.
• Perform initial tray-level testing per procedure.
• Read technical drawings and BOMs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electronic issues.
• Follow safety and Eos policies.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Excel/Word

Reading drawings

Tool use

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

Associate's degree or 2-year technical degree in electronics/electrical

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Blueprints reading

Measurement devices

Job description

Overview

About Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. is accelerating the shift to American energy independence with solutions that transform how the world stores power. Our Znyth™ aqueous zinc battery is designed to overcome the limitations of conventional lithium-ion technology. It is safe, scalable, efficient, sustainable, manufactured in the U.S., and the core of our energy storage systems for utility, industrial, and commercial customers with 3 to 12-hour applications. Eos was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Edison, New Jersey. For more information about Eos (NASDAQ: EOSE), visit eose.com.

As an entry-level Associate Manufacturing Electrical Technician under the supervision of the Supervisor, you will provide support through the assembly of energy cube trays, assembly and disassembly of energy cubes, remediation of charged and discharged energy cubes, and perform initial tray-level testing, ensuring each assembled tray is properly functioning. Entry-level Associate Manufacturing Electrical Technicians will be able to learn and grow within Eos.

Responsibilities

• Inspection of the energy block when received to insure no issues.
• Disassembly and Assembly of energy cube.
• Assembly of energy cube tray including but not limited to loading tray and wiring to specifications.
• Perform initial tray level testing according to procedure.
• Use various hand and power tools correctly and safely to assemble sub-assemblies and products.
• Read and understand technical drawings, mechanical and electrical blueprints, and bills of materials.
• Inspect subassemblies and/or assemblies for defects by operating specialized test equipment, measurement devices, and visual checking.
• Identify and correct defects appropriately.
• Verify use of correct materials by inspection and parts lists; identify and correct process and material defects.
• Ensure the FAT is filled out completely and correctly.
• Trouble shoot issues both electronically and mechanically.
• Point of contact on shift for updates on progress to department manager/supervisor.
• Perform remediation duties on energized and discharged energy blocks at up to 1500 volts.
• Monitor data recorders, collect and analyze data, and change test parameters.
• Work directly with senior Manufacturing Electrical Technicians and Supervisor to gain knowledge and experience in advanced processes.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Great organizational skills, ability to organize and understand and assist in defining priorities.
• Ability to perform any task within the department.
• Good communications skills, ability to relay information to necessary parties.
• Mechanical ability, as demonstrated by the proper use of hand and power tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings, mechanical blueprints, and bills of materials.
• Ability to use hand and power tools and measurement devices safely and correctly.
• Ability to inspect sub-assemblies and assemblies.
• Ability to judge the quality of sub-assemblies and assemblies produced compared to established standards, drawings, and instructions.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electronic issues.
• Understand electrical current (AC & DC) and their conversion.
• Ability to lift at minimum 50 lbs and work in environments which may include climbing ladders, bending, kneeling, and working at heights with fall protection.
• Adhere to all applicable standards for electrical work and safety as well as all Eos Policy and Standards.
• Ability to work in environments with both low and high voltage while using all applicable personal protective equipment.

Education and Experience

• Associate's degree or 2-year technical degree in electronics, electrical or relevant field required.
• 0-2 years’ experience in electronics or electrical field.
• Journeyman electrician preferred, but not required.
• Must have knowledge of working with high voltage and AC/DC currents.
• Mechanical ability, as demonstrated by the proper use of hand and power tools.

Travel

Local Travel

Working Conditions

• Factory - The worker may be subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, vibration, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to temperature changes or exposure to chemicals.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, odors, dust, mists, and gases. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.
• Required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes.
• Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment including eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots, and lab coats.
• May be required to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Additional Requirements

This job requires the ability to effectively communicate orally (and occasionally in writing) with co-workers and supervisors, and the ability to understand and quickly react to job-related oral and/or written directions, safety information, and communications (which are generally in English), as our manufacturing processes are constantly changing and evolving.

About Eos

Since its inception in 2008, Eos has been on a mission to accelerate the shift to clean energy by using positively ingenious solutions that transform how the world stores power. Eos’ breakthrough Znyth® aqueous zinc battery is designed to overcome the limitations of conventional lithium-ion technology. Today, Eos provides utility, renewable, commercial, and industrial customers with the market’s only performance and price-competitive energy storage alternative. Eos energy storage systems use proven chemistry with accessible, non-precious earth components in a durable design that has been tested in real-world deployments. Eos’ systems deliver results in even the most extreme temperatures and conditions and are safe, long lasting, and 100% recyclable. Eos went public in November 2020 and trades on Nasdaq: (NASDAQ: EOSE).