Engineering Technician- Power Electronics

Amperesand; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary +Stock Options

Medical, vision, dental benefits

401k retirement plan

PTO and holidays

Maternal/Paternal leave

Job summary

Amperesand in Reno, NV seeks a hands-on Engineering Technician to support mechanical and electrical assembly, NPI builds, and prototype equipment setup. This role blends craftsmanship with technical acumen and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 4–5+ years in electro‑mechanical assembly, is comfortable with CAD tools, reads schematics, and can lift up to 50 lbs. On-site role with safety‑driven culture and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 4–5+ years in assembly, testing, or support of electro‑mechanical equipment or NPI builds.
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, shear, breaker, hydraulic press, and manual fabrication techniques; machine shop experience is a plus.
• Basic understanding of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems, including ability to troubleshoot and rework.
• Experience with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and interpreting technical drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to read and work from electromechanical diagrams or multi‑discipline engineering documentation.
• Experience contributing to design for manufacturability (DFM) reviews and feedback loops with engineering teams.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand or bend for extended periods, and operate safely in an industrial lab setting.
• Communicate collaboratively across cross‑functional teams
• Familiarity with PLC systems, HMI/SCADA, Python, or data analysis tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electro‑mechanical systems and pilot equipment with precision.
• Install, wire, and commission manufacturing and pilot equipment.
• Fabricate brackets, fixtures, and wiring harnesses; soldering and machining.
• Read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings to guide builds.
• Collaborate with engineers on prototype iterations and test fixtures.
• Support validation activities and data collection.
• Operate lab tools and test equipment to verify performance.
• Document procedures and feedback for design improvements.
• Maintain lab organization and manage parts inventory.
• Adhere to safety standards for high‑voltage and mechanical systems.

Skills

Electro-mech assembly

Schematic interpretation

Test equipment use

CAD SolidWorks

DFM feedback

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in technical discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Jira

Job description

Company Overview

Amperesand is reinventing how the world powers its most critical systems.

We are facing a once-in-a-generation opportunity for infrastructure disruption. Electricity demand is skyrocketing, driven by AI factories, electric vehicles, and modern industrial growth. Energy supply is shifting to incorporate a more diverse mix of resources – including solar, gas, and batteries – at a massive scale.

And yet the power infrastructure behind our latest mega-projects hasn’t meaningfully changed in nearly 100 years. Supply chains for today’s infrastructure equipment can’t match the pace and sophistication of critical energy projects. Amperesand is building hardware and software that rewrites this broken power infrastructure playbook to support a new era of energy abundance.

We’ve built a new class of intelligent, software-defined power infrastructure products leveraging a decade of advanced medium voltage Solid State Transformer research that’s now ready for commercial deployment.

Our products and solutions go far beyond the capabilities of traditional electrical equipment. We make power systems that are faster to deploy, dramatically smaller and more efficient, and capable of supporting modern, dynamic energy needs for tomorrow’s most demanding energy consumers.

Scalable in-house advanced manufacturing capability is our foundation for meeting timeline and quality expectation to serve infrastructure customers around the world.

Amperesand is led by breakthrough energy hardware development veterans and funded by top tier investors who share our vision of building a category-defining energy technology company.

With hubs in San Francisco, Reno, and Singapore, our global team is laser focused on building foundational technology to solve the most pressing problems in power infrastructure at scale.

Join us in building the power foundation of the future!

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and hands‑on Engineering Technician to support mechanical and electrical assembly, NPI product builds, and prototype equipment setup. This role plays a critical part in the development and launch of new products and systems, requiring a blend of craftsmanship, technical acumen, and team collaboration. The ideal candidate has a passion for building, testing, and refining electro‑mechanical systems in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Assemble electro‑mechanical systems, pilot equipment, and new product builds (NPI) with a high degree of precision and quality.

Support installation, wiring, and commissioning of manufacturing and pilot equipment, including conveyors, fixtures, and automation platforms.

Perform manual fabrication of brackets, fixtures, and wiring harnesses; including soldering, crimping, and machining tasks.

Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and work instructions to guide builds and troubleshooting.

Collaborate with engineers on prototype iterations, test fixture development, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Assist in product and process validation activities, including execution of qualification protocols and data collection.

Operate lab tools and test equipment (meters, scopes, DAQs) to verify system performance and identify faults.

Document assembly procedures, test results, findings, and provide clear feedback on potential design improvements.

Maintain organization of the lab and tool spaces, support shipping/logistics and manage incoming parts and prototype inventory.

Ensure adherence to safety standards and protocols, especially when working with high‑voltage or mechanical systems.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.

4–5+ years of experience in assembly, testing, or support of electro‑mechanical equipment or NPI builds.

Proficient with hand tools, power tools, shear, breaker, hydraulic press, and manual fabrication techniques; machine shop experience is a plus.

Basic understanding of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems, including ability to troubleshoot and rework.

Experience with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and interpreting technical drawings.

Demonstrated ability to read and work from electromechanical diagrams or multi‑discipline engineering documentation.

Experience contributing to design for manufacturability (DFM) reviews and feedback loops with engineering teams.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand or bend for extended periods, and operate safely in an industrial lab setting.

Communicate collaboratively across cross‑functional teams

Familiarity with PLC systems, HMI/SCADA, Python, or data analysis tools is a plus.

Bonus Qualifications

Associate’s degree in a technical discipline (e.g., mechanical, electrical, manufacturing technology) or equivalent hands‑on experience preferred.

Proficiency in 3D EXPERIENCE, CATIA, and SolidWorks for interpreting and working with complex CAD models.

Strong foundation in electrical systems and controls

Experience with medium‑voltage (5 kV to 36 kV) systems, and power electronics.

Prior experience in NPI builds, pilot lines, or early‑stage product validation.

Experience working in Agile development environments, including task management and sprint planning using Scrum methodologies and tools like Jira.

Please note: This role requires working on‑site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options.

$35 - $45 USD

Compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.

The benefits outlined below apply exclusively to employees located in the United States.

• Competitive Salary +Incentive Stock Options
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits for employees and their dependents, effective from the start of hire
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long‑term disability insurance
• 401k retirement savings plan through Empower
• Employees receive paid time off (PTO), paid sick days, and paid company holidays
• 100% paid maternal leave (12 weeks) and paternal leave (6 weeks)

Singapore‑based employees receive benefits in accordance with local government provisions.

Amperesandis an equal opportunity employer andcomplies withall applicable federal, state, and local fair employmentpracticeslaws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Amperesandis also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you needan accommodationat any point during the interview process.