Heron Power
Engineering Technician
Scotts Valley · On-site · Full-time · Posted Apr 23, 2026
About the job
Builds, tests, troubleshoots, and improves power-electronics prototypes and related lab processes throughout the engineering lifecycle.
What you'll do
- Assemble and modify prototypes, fixtures, harnesses, and cable assemblies; perform mechanical fabrication and rework.
- Set up and operate lab equipment for validation and characterization; diagnose assemblies and identify failure causes.
- Document findings, collaborate on build and troubleshooting processes, and maintain lab equipment and infrastructure.
What they ask for
- Hands-on assembly, fabrication, troubleshooting, and diagnostic experience with electrical, mechanical, or electromechanical systems, including teardown of complex assemblies.
- Experience with hand and power tools, soldering/rework stations, and common lab equipment.
- Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and work instructions.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, solve problems, communicate effectively, and lift up to 50 lbs.
Nice to have
- Electrical aptitude or experience with electronic assemblies, PCBAs, power electronics measurement equipment, or wire harnesses.
- Experience with fabrication/prototyping tools or software, PCB rework, sheet metal fabrication, IPC soldering certification, or R&D/NPI environments.
Pay
$35-50 per hour (salary)
Tools
PCBA, oscilloscopes, multimeters, power analyzers, hipot testers, CATIA, SolidWorks, IPC-A-610
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