Technician, Solar Manufacturing

Aptera Motors; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock option grants

Fully funded benefits package for you+

Generous Flexible Time Away policy

Job summary

Aptera Motors is seeking a CAD Engineer to develop and design engineering documents, including 3D models and 2D drawings of automotive electrical components from concept to mass production. Proficiency with 3D Experience CATIA V6 is required.

You will manufacture solar panels, wiring harnesses, and assemblies, in a cleanroom and production setting, collaborating with engineers and R&D to improve processes and yield.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing/assembly settings.
• Experience with soldering and using handheld tools in production.
• Experience with Solar technologies or electronics manufacturing is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to stay organized in a clean, controlled environment.
• Ability to learn new processes and adapt to evolving equipment.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture prototype and production flat and curved Solar Panels.
• Operate and monitor automated soldering and lamination equipment.
• Manufacture wiring harnesses and connector assemblies.
• Collaborate with engineers and R&D to streamline manufacturing.
• Work in an ISO 8 Cleanroom environment.

Skills

Soldering

Handheld tools

Automated equipment

Manufacturing environments

Organized work

Delicate object handling

Diligent and precise

Learn new techniques

Flexible processes

Solar tech knowledge

Composites knowledge

Electronics manufacturing

Education

Technical certification and/or B.S. in mechanical engineering

Tools

3D Experience (CATIA V6)

Job description

About the role

Seeking a CAD Engineer to develop and design engineering documentation, including drawings, 3D models, and CAD modules/assemblies. This position requires experience in 3D Experience (CATIA V6) to create 3D designs and 2D drawings of automotive electrical components from initial concept through mass production.

What you’ll do

• Manufacture prototype and production flat and curved Solar Panels; this involves lots of soldering, cutting, and cleaning.
• Work in an ISO 8 Cleanroom Environment.
• Run automated soldering and Solar Panel lamination equipment.
• Manufacture wiring harnesses and connector assemblies.
• Work with Engineers and R&D to develop new processes and streamline manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Proficiency Soldering. Proficiency with handheld tools. Proficiency with automated/manufacturing equipment.
• Experience in manufacturing environments.
• Extremely organized and clean when working.
• Ability to work with delicate objects.
• Willing to be diligent and precise with handheld work is important.
• Willing to learn new techniques and technologies surrounding Solar testing and equipment.
• Willing to be flexible in processes and day to day work.
• Knowledge of / experience with Solar technologies and techniques is a plus.
• Knowledge of / experience with composites and composite processes is a plus.
• Knowledge of / experience with Electronics Manufacturing is a plus.

Team Structure

• Collaborate with onsite and remote engineers and technicians to achieve team and individual goals, furthering our collective mission.

Required Experience

• 2+ years of relevant experience.

Educational Requirements

• Technical certification and/or B.S. in mechanical engineering.

Salary + Benefits

• Market competitive compensation package
• Stock option grants
• Fully funded benefits package for employee + dependents
• Generous Flexible Time Away policy