Engineering Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Engineering Technician

Location: Burlingame, CA

Department: Engineering

Reports To: Engineering Technician Lead

Position Type: Full-time

About Peak Energy

Peak Energy is the first American venture to advance globally proven Sodium-Ion battery systems as the storage standard for the new era of renewable energy on a resilient grid.

Sodium-Ion is cheap, readily available and safe, making it the leading contender in a rapidly evolving market.

Our leadership team is powered by decades of expertise in scaling gigawatt-level innovation at world-class companies such as Tesla, Northvolt, Apple, Powin, Enovix, Zipline, Solid Power, and Fluence. We are backed by strategic investment and product partners such as TDK Ventures and Eclipse Ventures.

We are a team of engineers, operators, entrepreneurs, and partners driven by a shared ambition to set the new performance standard for renewable energy and grid resilience.

About the Role – Engineering Technician

We are seeking a highly motivated Engineering Technician to support test, validation, and prototyping activities across our Energy Storage Systems (ESS) development lifecycle. This role exists to bridge hands-on execution and engineering support as we accelerate battery and power electronics systems from concept to production.

You will work closely with Test Engineers, Design & Manufacturing Engineering, and Operations to execute tests, assemble fixtures, collect and analyze data, and help improve processes across the development lifecycle.

This role blends hands-on test execution with engineering support and cross-functional collaboration at a fast-moving, early-stage energy company. The ideal candidate brings solid mechanical and electrical aptitude, strong problem-solving skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset.

What You'll Do

• Execute lab and field tests on components, subsystems, and full battery systems, including electrical, mechanical, and environmental stress tests
• Build and assemble test fixtures, prototypes, harnesses, and instrumentation setups
• Instrument products and systems for data collection; operate test equipment safely and accurately
• Collect, organize, and archive test data and records for engineering review
• Work with engineers to refine test plans, troubleshoot failures, and implement corrective actions
• Provide structured feedback on design, assembly, and test processes to improve product quality and yield
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) builds, pilot runs, and process documentation
• Perform in-process and final inspections to verify compliance with specifications
• Maintain clear documentation of test setups, procedures, results, and deviations
• Adhere to safety protocols, maintain organized workspaces, and proactively flag hazards
• Identify inefficiencies and propose improvements to tooling, workflows, and methods
• Contribute to Lean/5S initiatives and standardization efforts

What You'll Bring

• Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in Engineering Technology, Mechanical/Electrical/Energy Systems, or a similar field
• 1–3+ years of hands-on experience in technical testing, lab work, or system validation
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude; proficiency with hand tools and test equipment
• Experience with test setup, data collection, and basic troubleshooting
• Solid communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams
• Hands-on problem-solver with an eye for detail
• Comfortable in a fast-paced and evolving engineering environment
• Analytical mindset with the ability to track trends and communicate insights
• Safety-focused and quality-driven

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with battery systems, energy storage, or power electronics
• Familiarity with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Python scripts for data logging)
• Understanding of environmental stress or reliability testing methods

Peak Energy is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strongly encourage women, people of color, and individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. We value skills, potential, and perspective over specific credentials. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't look perfect on paper, we still want to hear from you.

Our Core Values

• Speed Through Focus – Move fast but understand why. Focus on the goal, don't sacrifice quality.
• Mission Over Self – It's about the greater good; confident humility. Take ownership and accountability.
• Face the Brutal Truth – Transparency, honesty, big picture curiosity. Fearless decision making.
• Be a Good Person – Kindness, collaboration and teamwork.

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this role is $35–$50/hour, with actual pay varying based on work location, experience, and skills. Our competitive benefits package includes:

• Flexible time off
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Strong 401(k) plan
• Equity opportunities
• Many great work perks

Join us to thrive in a supportive environment while making a meaningful impact in the energy sector!

At Peak Energy Technologies Inc., we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes us a more capable, innovative, and competitive company. We welcome people who represent diversity in their backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. Peak Energy Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, aiming to reach our company's full potential by cultivating an inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.