Capacitor Assembly Technician Lead

Capacitor Assembly Technician Lead

Xcimer Energy leverages decades of research on Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) combined with groundbreaking new laser architecture. Our mission is to deploy fusion power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. Xcimer has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution. Supported by leading investors, Xcimer is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change. Join us in powering a better world with inertial fusion!

This is a full-time, onsite role based at our Tucson, AZ facility.

As a Capacitor Assembly Technician Lead you will be responsible for leading assembly operations related to the production of capacitors while ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and compliance with manufacturing standards. This role provides technical guidance to assembly technicians, coordinates daily workflow, troubleshoots assembly issues, and supports continuous improvement initiatives to meet production objectives. We are looking for our technicians to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, problem-solving abilities, and dedication to quality to positively impact the future of energy!

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Lead, train, and mentor assembly technicians, providing direction and support to ensure production goals, quality standards, and safety requirements are consistently achieved.
• Assembly Operations: Interpret technical drawings, work orders, manufacturing instructions, and process documentation to assemble capacitor components, subassemblies, and finished products according to specifications.
• Production Coordination: Organize daily work assignments, monitor workflow, and coordinate resources to ensure efficient production schedules and on-time delivery of products.
• Tool & Equipment Operation: Utilize and oversee the proper use of hand tools, power tools, assembly fixtures, testing equipment, and production machinery to support manufacturing operations.
• Quality Assurance: Perform and verify quality inspections, in-process checks, and functional testing to ensure products meet engineering specifications, customer requirements, and company quality standards.
• Troubleshooting & Process Support: Identify assembly issues, equipment problems, and product defects; implement corrective actions and collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and quality teams to resolve issues.
• Continuous Improvement: Support lean manufacturing initiatives, process improvements, waste reduction efforts, and productivity enhancements to optimize assembly operations.
• Workstation Maintenance: Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment while promoting and supporting 5S and continuous improvement practices.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Documentation & Reporting: Complete production records, quality documentation, and shift reports accurately while communicating production status, issues, and improvement opportunities to supervisors and management.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with supervisors, engineers, quality personnel, supply chain teams, and other departments to support production objectives and resolve operational challenges.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical training, vocational certification, or associate degree in a manufacturing or technical field is preferred.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of manufacturing or assembly experience, with prior leadership or lead technician experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring manufacturing, assembly, or production personnel in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, technical drawings, assembly instructions, and manufacturing documentation. Knowledge of capacitor manufacturing processes is preferred.
• Ability to safely and effectively use a variety of hand tools, power tools, measurement instruments, and production equipment.
• Strong understanding of quality standards, inspection methods, and root-cause problem-solving techniques.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot assembly processes, identify defects, and implement corrective actions to maintain product quality and production efficiency.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow complex procedures and ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to coordinate activities across multiple teams and shifts.
• Ability to foster a positive team environment and collaborate effectively with production, engineering, quality, and management personnel.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to perform precise assembly and inspection tasks.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, perform repetitive motions, lift materials as needed, and work in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

$20 - $27 an hour Candidates may be considered for other positions at Xcimer Energy, and our actual base salary will be determined on an individual basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The range is published in accordance with Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and California Equal Pay Act.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Xcimer Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Xcimer Energy hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Xcimer Energy will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Benefits Employee Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave (must be employed at time of birth or adoption), short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 6%. Paid Time Off: 15 days per year based on weekly scheduled hours, 10 paid sick leave, and 13 company-paid holidays for all regular employees (including part-time), fixed-term, and interns. Equity will be granted to eligible employees. Equity is designed to allow employees to share in company results and success.