Engineering Support Technician Assembly and Electronics

Salary: $80K - $100K

Who We Are:

PowerLight Technologies is the leading developer of safe, long-distance laser power beaming solutions totransmitkilowatt-level power remotely, making energy accessible to new and increasingly mobiledistributed digital assets on and off planet Earth. Laser power beaming delivers energy to digitalinfrastructure, enabling power to be delivered when and where it is needed, including in hard-to-reachplaces or at high altitudes, with or without human access, and without the tether to todays battery- and power-cord powerdistribution environment.At PowerLight Technologies we seek to hire contributors whoexhibitthree special traits: the hands-on skill to create hardware and software; a commitment to teamwork; anda track recordof high achievement ideally with startup experience growing into a larger organization. The most successful members of our teamexhibitall ofthese qualities, wrapped with genuine niceness and respect for others.

Successful team members are undeterred by extremely challenging, first-of-their-kind problems to solve. They experiment, fail-and-learn quickly, and lock in the mastery of their explorations alongside like-minded innovators.

We hire professionals who know their craft; we look for those who can design boards, assemblies, optical chains, code, and processes with an eye toward successful, field-ready, secure, nicely documented products and systems. We also value academic chops, people who love embrace physics, analysis, and technical progress.

Our culture is one of urgency, accountability, teamwork, and a healthy sense of fun, along with a passion for science. We show up prepared, engage in healthy debate, embrace deadlines, and work hard tomaintaina workplace environment that is energizing.

A career here means you will interact with the world's leading scientists, engineers, and builders. Join our team bring your skills, experiences, and determination to make a difference. This is a unique opportunity for a skilled professional and thought leader to work in the emerging field of long-distance power beaming.

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What Youll Do:

We are seeking a highly skilled and meticulous Assembly and Electronics Technician to join our hardware team dedicated to next-generation wireless power beaming technology. This critical role involves hands-on, high-quality, and rapid assembly of complex hardware, including the integration of sensitive electronic systems, precision optical components, and overall mechanical structures. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in both electronics assembly (PCB) and precision mechanical systems and demonstrates exceptional efficiency and a commitment to meticulous work standards across all tasks.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Cross-Disciplinary Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with design engineers (electrical, mechanical, optical) to understand design intent, provide valuable feedback from a manufacturing perspective, and solve integration challenges.
• DFM Input: Act as the voice of assembly and manufacturing by providing timely, constructive feedback to the engineering teams on Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) to ensure the final hardware design is optimized for efficient, high-quality production.
• Problem Solving: Participate actively in root-cause analysis of build failures or non-conformities, working alongside engineering to implement robust, sustainable corrective actions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Electronics Assembly & Rework: Perform fine-pitch soldering, component placement, and rework on Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), handling both through-hole and surface-mount technology (SMT) components.
• System Integration: Execute the complete integration of electronic, optical, and mechanical sub-systems into final hardware units according to engineering schematics, bills of materials, and detailed work Instructions.
• Mechanical Assembly: Perform precision mechanical assembly of optical systems, thermal management systems, and enclosures, ensuring alignment, torque specifications, and cleanliness standards are strictly met.
• Cable and Harness Fabrication: Build custom wiring harnesses, cables, and looms, ensuring correct pin-outs, strain relief, and termination.
• Testing and Troubleshooting: Assist engineers with hardware bring-up, validation testing, troubleshooting, and diagnosing faults down to the component level using multimeters, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
• Documentation and Process Ownership: Actively generate and maintain high-quality documentation, including drafting new work instructions, assembly procedures, and contributing to bill of materials accuracy. Identify process improvements and edit existing documentation based on lessons learned during assembly to improve yield, speed, and efficiency for future builds. Adhere strictly to quality control (QC) and safety protocols.

Experience and Abilities:

• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in electronics and/or mechanical assembly in a high-reliability, R&D, aerospace, or advanced technology environment.
• Precision and Efficiency: Demonstrated ability to execute complex, detailed assembly and integration tasks with a high degree of meticulousness while consistently meeting aggressive build schedules and output targets.
• Electronics Expertise: Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, PCB layout drawings, and component data sheets. Demonstrated ability to perform precise SMT component soldering and rework under a microscope.
• Mechanical Expertise: Proficiency in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings (e.g., blueprints, CAD models). Experience using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges) and adhering to strict tolerance requirements.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to clearly document procedures and interact constructively with engineering and quality teams.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience with optical component handling and alignment (lenses, mirrors, fiber optics).
• Familiarity with high-power laser systems, electrical systems and thermal management hardware.
• Working knowledge of basic programming/scripting for hardware testing and interfacing.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer, as well as setting up and adjusting laser power beaming equipment for testing, both indoors and outdoors. Must be able to occasionallylift upto 20 pounds (e.g.computer, printer paper). Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers using a computer, keyboard, mouse, writing.

Benefits:

• 401Kand HSA options
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefits
• Additionalvoluntary benefits offered
• Flexible paid time off program and paid holidays
• TeleDocand Employeeassistanceprograms
• In-office gym and locker rooms, plus Green River Trail access right outside the office doors
• Snacks/beverages
• Community giving programs and events

Contact us atcareers@powerlighttech.comor on our website:https://powerlighttech.com.

PowerLight Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.