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Test Engineering Technician

Amperesand
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States
Posted
12 days ago
Department
Manufacturing
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • High school diploma or GED
  • 4+ years of experience in engineering support, testing, validation, manufacturing, or electro-mechanical assembly environments
  • Experience assembling and troubleshooting electrical and electro-mechanical systems
  • Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings
  • Strong understanding of Ohm's Law, basic circuit theory, electrical measurements, electrical safety practices, and NEC fundamentals
  • Experience using multimeters, oscilloscopes, hand and power tools, soldering equipment, and crimping tools
Nice to have
  • Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical field
  • Experience with high-voltage or medium-voltage systems (5 kV to 36 kV)
  • Experience testing power electronics, converters, inverters, batteries, or energy systems
  • Familiarity with PLCs, HMI/SCADA systems, and industrial controls
  • Experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA, or 3DEXPERIENCE
What the job really is

The Test Engineering Technician at Amperesand will support prototype development and high-voltage power electronics testing. Daily tasks include assembling and troubleshooting electrical systems, setting up test equipment, executing validation tests, and documenting results. The role requires collaboration with engineers on product improvements and maintaining safety and compliance in laboratory operations.

Benefits
  • 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
Things to weigh
  • Role requires working on-site 5 days a week; no hybrid or remote options available
  • Pay range is $35 - $45 USD, but compensation is determined based on experience and other factors
  • The role involves working with high-voltage systems, which requires strict adherence to safety protocols
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