Electrical Technician

Job Title

Electrical Technician

This is a full-time position located onsite in Monroe Township, NJ.

The Company

OPT provides intelligent maritime solutions and services that enable safer, cleaner, and more productive ocean operations for the defense and security, oil and gas, science and research, and offshore wind markets, including Merrows, which provides AI-capable seamless integration of Maritime Domain Awareness Systems across platforms. Our PowerBuoy platforms provide clean and reliable electric power and real-time data communications for remote maritime and subsea applications. We also provide WAM-V unmanned surface vehicles (USV's) and marine robotics services. The Company's headquarters is located in Monroe Township, New Jersey and has an additional office in Richmond, California.

The Role

We are seeking an Electrical Technician with a talent for building things from the ground up. You have a demonstrated proficiency in building, testing, and modifying electrical assemblies, from populating circuit boards to creating wiring harnesses to assembling complex systems. You are a fast learner, deliberate and organized in your approach, take pride in your work, and your final products are professional grade. You have a positive attitude, enjoy working hard, and function well under pressure within a small team.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the production manager, you will be part of the production and prototyping team and work closely with the engineering team. Your responsibilities will include, but not limited to, the following:

• Build electrical assemblies from both detailed (production) drawings as well as back of the envelope (prototype) drawings.
• Prepare as-built drawings, documentation and procedures, packing lists, and QC related documentation.
• Perform QC on 3rd party and in-house components and assemblies.
• Test electrical subassemblies individually and as a part of the final assembly.
• Collect and interpret test data.
• Assist in updates to QA program and documentation.
• Follow manufacturing best practices for the marine environment and robotic systems.
• Design, set up and maintain dedicated workstations, tools, manufacturing jigs and tools.
• Maintain, clean, and organize production and prototyping floors.

Required Qualifications

• Approximately 3 years of hands-on experience with low voltage systems and wiring
• Proficiency with small hand and power tools
• Familiarity with mechanical and electrical assemblies
• Ability to work with minimal direction while knowing when to ask for input or help
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment without sacrificing work quality
• Positive and hardworking attitude; ability to function well with a team and remain calm under pressure
• Willingness to work overtime, as needed, prior to critical deadlines

Desired Qualifications

• Electrical and electromechanical assembly build-out and testing
• Experience with machine tools (mill, lathe, etc.)

Ocean Power Technologies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary range is $35.00 - $40.00/hour and includes the following:

• Bonus potential
• Restricted Stock Award

Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k)