Equipment Engineer

Amperesand; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary + Incentive Stock Options

Medical, vision, and dental benefits

401k retirement savings plan

Paid time off and holidays

100% paid maternal and paternal leave

Job summary

Amperesand, based in Reno, is looking for an Equipment Engineer to join its Production Engineering team. This role will focus on operational excellence of manufacturing equipment, requiring a hands-on approach and strong manufacturing engineering background. The ideal candidate will improve production efficiency and troubleshoot technical issues effectively.

The role demands critical thinking and problem-solving skills to enhance production equipment performance in a fast-paced environment. A collaborative mindset and ability to communicate technical concepts are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in an automated, high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success improving OEE through structured root cause analysis.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Support production operations across shifts to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures quickly and accurately.
• Lead equipment upgrades and retrofits focused on reliability.

Skills

Problem-solving methodologies

Manufacturing engineering

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or related fields

Tools

CAD software

Data analysis tools

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 skilled, hands-on Equipment Engineer to join our Production Engineering team. This role is focused on operating, sustaining, and optimizing advanced manufacturing equipment and assembly lines.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in at least one core discipline of manufacturing engineering, along with the curiosity and drive to expand beyond it. This role requires critical thinking, fast learning, and direct ownership of equipment performance in a high-paced production environment.

This is a floor-facing, high-impact role. You will work closely with maintenance, controls, and operations teams to keep production lines running, reduce downtime, and continuously improve equipment effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Support production operations across shifts, including remote or onsite escalation response as needed to minimize downtime

• Troubleshoot equipment failures quickly and accurately, identifying root causes across electrical, mechanical, controls, and network domains, and implement sustainable corrective actions

• Provide hands‑on support and mentorship to maintenance technicians during extended downtime situations

• Troubleshoot industrial robots used for material handling, assembly, and dispense applications

• Diagnose recurring equipment failures and develop mitigation strategies to reduce their frequency, severity, and production impact

• Own station‑level and line‑level OEE metrics, present performance data to engineering and operations stakeholders, and lead continuous improvement efforts to drive measurable gains

• Lead equipment upgrades, retrofits, and repairs with a focus on reliability, serviceability, process capability, and design intent

• Create, propose, and implement standard operating procedures for equipment within your area of ownership

• Identify and execute continuous improvement projects focused on cycle time reduction, yield improvement, and increased equipment utilization

• Maintain comprehensive equipment documentation and participate in Engineering Change Management processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics Engineering, or a related field

• 3+ years of experience in an automated, high-volume manufacturing environment

• Demonstrated success improving OEE through structured root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives

• Proficiency in structured problem‑solving methodologies such as DMAIC, 5 Whys, 8D, or Ishikawa

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings

• Experience with data collection and analysis for equipment performance and process development

• Ability to lead cross‑functional projects and support 24/7 operations during escalations

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience programming, troubleshooting, and optimizing Fanuc or equivalent 6‑axis robots

• Familiarity with safety control devices, safety PLC logic, and functional safety standards

• Experience developing or improving HMIs using platforms such as Ignition, FactoryTalk, TIA Portal, or similar tools

• Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, or Creo for equipment modifications and fixture design

• Knowledge of GD&T and its impact on equipment interfaces and tooling

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and electronic schematics for equipment diagnosis

• Experience in power electronics or electromechanical assembly within energy, automotive, aerospace, or consumer electronics manufacturing

• Experience with MES, SCADA, or equipment data platforms for equipment monitoring and analysis

• Creative problem‑solving mindset with a focus on faster, better, and more cost-effective solutions

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

Pay Disclosure & Benefits

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

• 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

• Commuter Benefits

• 100% paid maternal leave (12 weeks) and paternal leave (6 weeks)

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

Amperesand is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. 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.

Amperesand is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.