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At Powin, we are advancing the next frontier of energy and changing the way we power our daily lives by ensuring access to clean, resilient, and affordable power. With 17 GWh of projects deployed and under construction, we are a leading and trusted energy storage provider dedicated to creating an exceptional customer experience through end-to-end energy storage solutions. As a global energy storage solutions provider, we offer fully integrated battery solutions, software, and services to optimize grid performance and enable the transition to cleaner energy sources.
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We envision a future powered by clean, carbon-free, renewable energy. Achieving our vision requires incorporating diverse perspectives and experiences and fostering collaboration to find viable solutions. We are looking for visionaries like you who aspire to more than just a job—those driven by a desire to make a real impact and who want to add their voice and ideas to the conversation. We value the input of all employees and stakeholders and strive to integrate their ideas into the best solutions to create a greener world for tomorrow. Our mission transcends batteries. Join us in creating a cleaner tomorrow, today.
Summary:
The Engineering Technician, Sr will support Powin’s Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) from component to stack and enclosure testing. This includes supporting mechanical and electrical tests and supporting failure analysis and compliance tests. The Engineering Technician, Sr, will regularly partner with other engineers and technicians.
Job Details:
- Support and own test activities relating to product qualifications and tests for battery systems
- Read and interpret schematics and single line diagrams
- Support safety and compliance testing and use of test equipment, including: Hipot, ESD, EMI/EMC, and thermal chambers
- Support compliance and safety activities during pre and post compliance test activities
- Partner with Engineering team to support weekly projects schedules
- Support hardware tests and write test reports
- Support test process and resolve issues relating to test failures and root cause analysis
- Support laboratory tests including mechanical and electrical, reliability, environmental and HALT tests for the analysis of electronic components and sub-assemblies
- Mentor and collaborate with junior staff
- Follow and observe Powin’s workplace safety standards
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Associates degree or certification in engineering technology or equivalent relevant experience
- Minimum 2 years’ experience supporting hardware products and testing
- Minimum 2 years related engineering experience with ability to read blueprints, schematics, and assembly drawings
- 2 years’ experience in electrical test equipment DMM, Oscilloscope, power supplies and electronics loads
- Demonstrated experience training junior technicians
- Ability to solder and de-solder component on PCB, SMT/TH component replacement
- Ability to use basic test instruments, power supply, DMM, and Oscilloscope
- Familiar with using electronic test systems and equipment, DC, single and 3 phase-AC
- Ability to work cross functionally, explain designs and concepts to others with different backgrounds/degrees
- Demonstrated ability to communicate professionally verbally and in writing
- Solid analytical, and problem-solving skills, and can work independently and manage the workload of multiple projects and tasks
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Strong customer and client service skills
- Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support international teams
- Limited travel requirements
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or certification in engineering technology or equivalent relevant experience
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The below is intended to describe the general requirements for work performed in this role. It is not intended to be a complete list of all physical demands and work environment required of personnel in this role. Duties and responsibilities may be added or changed as deemed appropriate by management.
- Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as those rated to CAT2 and occasionally CAT4
- Frequently required to: stand; walk; balance, sit; and stoop, kneel, or crouch
- Ability to move throughout jobsite which includes minor obstacles (incline, uneven terrain) and could include working from ladders, ladder stands, operating a forklift and occasionally operating a lift
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently, and up to 50 lbs. occasionally
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Powin is not accepting resumes from unsolicited headhunters or agencies at this time.
EEO STATEMENT: The Company is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants without unlawful regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identification or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, religion or creed, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, protected veteran status, disability (mental or physical), or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local law.
E-Verify: Powin participates in E-Verify and candidates will need to pass successfully upon completion of hire date.
Compensation for this position is commensurate with location, experience and relevant skills.? The national Average Base Salary Range is ?$74,000-$89,000. Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on company and personal performance. ?Additional Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, EAP, 401(k), Flexible Work Arrangements and more.