Technician, Solar Manufacturing

aptera; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptera Motors in Carlsbad, CA is seeking a Technician, Solar Manufacturing to design and document electrical components using CATIA V6. The role involves creating 3D models, 2D drawings, and CAD modules for mass production within an ISO 8 cleanroom environment.

You will work with engineers and R&D to develop new processes, soldering, and assembly automation, ensuring precision, organization, and adherence to manufacturing standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Technical certification or B.S. in mechanical engineering.
• Proficiency in soldering and with handheld tools.
• Experience in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D designs and 2D drawings of automotive electrical components from concept to mass production.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation and CAD modules/assemblies.
• Collaborate with Engineers and R&D to improve manufacturing processes.

Skills

Soldering proficiency

Hand tools

Automated equipment

Education

Technical certification or B.S. in mechanical engineering

Tools

3D Experience CATIA V6

Job description

Aptera Motors

is dedicated to building a future where every journey is powered by the sun. We specialize in creating solar electric vehicles that revolutionize the way we travel, providing sustainable and efficient transportation solutions.

Company Culture

is built on transparency, ethical treatment of one another, a bias for action, and leading by example.

Technician, Solar Manufacturing

Carlsbad, California | Engineering | Full-time

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