Lead Engineering Technician

The Lead Engineering Technician works closely with Engineering staff to

fabricate components, assemble stacks, operate equipment, and build/test

systems. Both mechanical and electrical tasks are involved, including

operation of basic shop tools and machines.

***Essential Responsibilities***

Fabricate prototype components in the shop (machining, sheet metal,

assembly, etc.).\

Perform equipment maintenance as required.\

Fabricate cells and components using custom, manual tooling (die cut,

hot press, etc.).\

Assembly stacks using custom, manual assembly fixtures.\

Work cooperatively with engineering and manufacturing staff to improve

designs, tooling, fixtures. and processes.\

Measure and document components for quality assurance.\

Set up stations (including low voltage instrumentation wiring) for

testing and execute test campaigns in conjunction with engineering /

manufacturing direction.

***Education***

Trade school diploma (mechanical / electrical discipline, required);

High school education with sufficient work experience acceptable.\

Associates (2yr) degree in Engineering preferred

***Experience***\

5 years relevant, hands-on work experience in a mechanical / electrical

trade.

***Skills***\

Understanding of technical documentation, engineering designs, and

fabrication methods.\

Demonstrated ability to work with their hands and produce components and

assemblies with attention to detail.\

Executes work with a sense of urgency while ensuring safe practices are

followed.\

Mechanical experience (reading mechanical drawings; use of general shop

tools, hand tools, power tools, sheet metal, machining, assembly,

maintenance).\

Electrical experience (reading electrical schematics; low voltage

wiring, terminals, soldering, documentation, troubleshooting).

***Work Environment***

Development, manufacturing, and office environme