High-Voltage Test Technician – Prototyping & Validation

Amperesand; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Amperesand seeks a skilled Test Engineering Technician to support prototype development, equipment integration, and high-voltage power electronics testing. You will handle electro-mechanical assembly, test execution, data collection, and lab operations while prioritizing safety and collaboration with engineers to iterate on designs.

Responsibilities include building panels and fixtures, configuring test setups, validating components, and maintaining lab infrastructure in a fast-paced development

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate can build and troubleshoot complex electrical systems.
• Comfort with setting up test equipment and collecting data.
• Attention to detail and safety-focused mindset.
• Collaborates with engineers on prototype iterations and test fixtures.

Responsibilities

• Build and wire electrical panels and control systems
• Fabricate brackets, fixtures, wiring harnesses, and custom components using hand tools, power tools, soldering, crimping, and light machining techniques
• Support installation, wiring, commissioning, and troubleshooting of manufacturing and pilot-line equipment, including automation platforms and fixtures
• Collaborate with engineers on prototype iterations, test fixture development, and product improvements
• Set up, configure, and maintain test equipment for electrical, mechanical, and power electronics validation
• Execute development, qualification, and validation testing according to established protocols
• Collect, analyze, document, and present test data and results
• Develop and improve testing procedures, protocols, and laboratory practices based on engineering feedback and test results
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and integrated system issues
• Operate laboratory instruments including multimeters, oscilloscopes, DAQs, and other diagnostic equipment
• Assist with process validation and product qualification activities
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, CAD models, and engineering documentation
• Document assembly processes, testing procedures, findings, corrective actions, and design recommendations
• Participate in design reviews and provide testability and manufacturability feedback to engineering teams
• Maintain organized laboratory, inventory, and prototype storage areas
• Support receiving, shipping, logistics, and inventory management activities

Skills

electro-mechanical assembly

test execution

data collection and presentation

safety awareness

collaboration with engineers

troubleshooting

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

DAQs

Job description

Amperesand seeks a skilled Test Engineering Technician to support prototype development, equipment integration, and high-voltage power electronics testing. You will handle electro-mechanical assembly, test execution, data collection, and lab operations while prioritizing safety and collaboration with engineers to iterate on designs.

Responsibilities include building panels and fixtures, configuring test setups, validating components, and maintaining lab infrastructure in a fast-paced development