R&D Test Technician – Tunneling Systems

The Boring Company; Bastrop (TX); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Competitive equity package

Job summary

A tunneling technology firm based in Texas seeks a dedicated Test Technician to enhance tunneling speed and reliability. In this role, you will conduct critical experiments, maintain testing equipment, and troubleshoot various mechanical and electrical systems. Candidates must have a high school diploma, extensive maintenance experience, particularly with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and strong math skills. The position requires flexibility in hours and the ability to operate in a dynamic environment, making this an exciting opportunity in an innovative company.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance technician experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and/or electrical repair.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. unassisted and work in tight spaces.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments to optimize the tunneling process, checking work to ensure specifications.
• Maintain and upgrade test stands and testing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical systems on test stands.

Skills

Strong math skills - Algebra and Geometry

Diligence in collecting data

Advanced troubleshooting skills

Detail-oriented and organized

Experience with hand/power tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in physics, chemistry, math, or engineering preferred

Tools

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Electrical systems

MS Office

Job description

The Boring Company was founded to solve the problem of soul-destroying traffic by creating an underground network of tunnels. Today, we are creating the technology to increase tunneling speed and decrease costs by a factor of 10 or more with the ultimate goal of making Hyperloop adoption viable and enabling rapid transit across densely populated regions.

A Test Technician at The Boring Company conducts experiments to increase tunneling speed, reduce cost, and increase reliability. The test engineering team designs experiments and relies on Test Technicians to diligently conduct the experiments and provide feedback to improve future experiments. This position may also involve field support to underground tunneling operations. The current schedule (subject to change) requires flexibility in hours and shift availability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments that serve to optimize the tunneling process (increase speed, reduce cost).
• Conduct experiments that validate machine reliability.
• Maintain and upgrade test stands and testing equipment.
• Troubleshoot, repair and overhaul of mechanical systems on test stands such as pumps, chillers, or gearboxes and electrical systems on test stands such as IO, PLCs, and power distribution.
• Driving of general shop equipment (forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, etc.).
• Effectively communicate with management/supervisors, other technicians, and engineering staff.
• Check work after completion of each operation in job and/or completed job to ensure it is complete per specification.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in an approved manner.
• Setup of safety equipment and work platforms.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong math skills - Algebra and Geometry.
• Enjoyed science and math in school.
• 5+ years of maintenance technician experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and/or electrical repair.
• Extreme diligence while collecting and recording data.
  
  

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Associate degree in physics, chemistry, math and/or engineering.
• Certificate or studies related to roles and responsibilities or basic qualifications.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, SLDs, and CAD drawings (hydraulic and pneumatic drawings a plus)
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Millwright skills and abilities or industrial multi-craft and mechanical trades.
• Ability to write detailed repair reports (advanced MS Office skills).
• Experience with hand/power tools, forklifts, and other heavy equipment.
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to company policies, quality policies and industry standards.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and experience operating at a high degree of urgency.
• Analytical thinker that gets to the root cause of the problem and comes up with a permanent solution.
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces.
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
• Ability to travel for short and extended trips as needed.
• Ability to work outdoors in heavy construction areas.
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
  
  

Culture

We're a team of dedicated, smart, and scrappy people. Our employees are passionate about our mission and determined to innovate at every opportunity.

Benefits

We offer employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, and a competitive amount of equity for all permanent employees.

The Boring Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with The Boring Company is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.