Engineering Technician

Responsibilities:

• Assemble fixtures, tools, equipment, with a high degree of precision and quality.
• Support installation, and commissioning of manufacturing equipment, including conveyors, fixtures, and automation platforms.
• Perform manual fabrication of brackets, fixtures using hand tools, power tools.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and work instructions to guide builds and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with engineers.
• Maintain organization of the lab and tool spaces, keep the work area clean.
• Support shipping/logistics and manage incoming parts and prototype inventory.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and protocols, especially when working with high-voltage or mechanical systems.
• Qualifications:
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 4–5+ years of experience in assembly, tools, fixtures, equipment builds.
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, shear, breaker, hydraulic press, and manual fabrication techniques.
• Basic understanding of mechanical, and pneumatic systems, including ability to troubleshoot and rework.
• Experience with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and interpreting technical drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to read and work from electromechanical diagrams or multi-discipline engineering documentation.
• Experience contributing to design for manufacturability (DFM) reviews and feedback loops with engineering teams.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand or bend for extended periods, and operate safely in an industrial lab setting.
• Communicate collaboratively across cross-functional teams.
• Bonus Qualifications:
• Associate’s degree in a technical discipline (e.g., mechanical, electrical, manufacturing technology) or equivalent hands-on experience preferred.
• Machine shop experience, operating manual lathe or mill.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems, reading electrical schematics.
• Ability to do wiring.
• Experience in 3D CAD systems like CATIA, and SolidWorks for interpreting and working with complex CAD models.
• Understanding in electrical systems and controls
• Experience with medium-voltage (5 kV to 36 kV) systems, and power electronics.
• Experience working in Agile development environments, including task management and sprint planning using Scrum methodologies and tools like Jira.
• Please note: This role requires working on-site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options.
• Reno Pay Range
• $60,000 — $90,000 USD
• Candidate Confidentiality & Information Protection
• As part of our commitment to protecting confidential and proprietary information, candidates should not disclose or provide Amperesand with any confidential, proprietary, or trade secret information belonging to a current or former employer or any other third party during the application or interview process.
• Please do not submit or present employer-owned source code, schematics, designs, technical documentation, internal presentations, customer information, prototypes, or other confidential materials. Candidates should discuss their experience and accomplishments at an appropriate level and use only information and materials they are authorized to share.
• Pay Disclosure & Benefits
• Compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.
• The benefits outlined below apply exclusively to employees located in the United States.
• 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.