Electro-Mechanical Technician

Join us in our mission to commercialize fusion energy About Type One Energy Type One Energy Group is mission-driven to provide sustainable, affordable fusion power to the world. Established in 2019 and venture-backed in 2023, the company is led by a team of globally recognized fusion scientists with a strong track record of building state-of-the-art stellarator fusion machines, together with veteran business leaders experienced in scaling companies and commercializing energy technologies. If you are searching for the best new ideas and share our vision, join us as an Electro-Mechanical Technician . This is what you need to know: Location: Knoxville, TN Salary: Highly Competitive Plus Benefits Contract: Permanent, full time Reporting to: Manufacturing Supervisor Your role in the mission: We are seeking a hands-on Electro-Mechanical Technician to support the manufacturing, assembly, testing, and qualification of High Temperature Superconducting (HTS) magnets and other fusion energy related technologies. This role will be responsible for cable production, coil and magnet assembly, electrical and mechanical testing, troubleshooting, and supporting R&D and production activities. The ideal candidate combines strong electrical and mechanical aptitude with experience in precision manufacturing, instrumentation, testing, and laboratory or production environments. Experience with superconducting magnets, cryogenic systems, vacuum systems, or advanced manufacturing technologies is highly desirable. Responsibilities HTS Cable & Conductor Production Fabricate, process, and prepare HTS cables and conductors according to engineering specifications. Perform conductor handling, insulation application, winding preparation, and related manufacturing activities. Maintain production records, work instructions, and quality documentation. Support continuous improvement initiatives for cable manufacturing processes. Magnet & Coil Assembly Assemble electro-Mechanical components, coils, and magnet systems. Perform precision mechanical assembly, fastening, bonding, and integration of subassemblies. Install sensors, instrumentation, wiring harnesses, current leads, and associated hardware. Interpret engineering drawings, schematics, assembly procedures, and bills of materials. Testing & Validation Execute electrical, mechanical, and functional testing of cables, coils, and magnet assemblies. Digital multimeters Power supplies Temperature and pressure monitoring systems Collect, analyze, and document test results. Investigate failures and support root cause analysis activities. Cryogenic & Laboratory Operations Support operation of cryogenic test systems and associated infrastructure. Assist with installation and maintenance of cooling, vacuum, and instrumentation systems. Follow safety procedures for high voltage, high current, cryogenic fluids, and energized equipment. Maintain laboratory equipment, tools, and test fixtures. Quality & Documentation Maintain accurate manufacturing and test records. Support non-conformance investigations and corrective actions. Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and operational procedures. Contribute to development and improvement of manufacturing and test procedures. What you’ll need: Diploma or Technical Certificate in: Electrical Engineering Technology Electro-Mechanical Technology Mechatronics Mechanical Engineering Technology Or equivalent combination of education and experience. 3+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, assembly, testing, or laboratory environments. Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings. Experience using electrical test and measurement equipment. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data recording systems. Ability to work safely around electrical and mechanical equipment. Preferred Qualifications Experience with superconducting magnets, HTS technology, MRI systems, particle accelerators, fusion systems, or other advanced magnet technologies. Experience with cryogenic systems (liquid nitrogen, liquid helium, cryocoolers). Familiarity with PLCs, DAQ systems, LabVIEW, or automated test equipment. Experience in aerospace, clean technology, medical devices, semiconductor, or advanced manufacturing industries. Experience with soldering, cable termination, and precision assembly. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies. We offer In addition to a basic salary and yearly bonus, you will also get… Stock options Insurance plans Retirement options And many more great voluntary benefits Type One Energy applies proven advanced manufacturing methods, modern computational physics and high-field superconducting magnets to develop its optimized stellarator fusion energy system. Our FusionDirect development program pursues the lowest-risk, shortest-schedule path to a fusion power plant over the coming decade, using a partner-intensive and capital-efficient strategy. Type One Energy is committed to community engagement in the development and deployment of its clean energy technology. For more information, visit or follow us on LinkedIn. Export Control Compliance Notice This position may require access to technology, technical data, software, or other information that is subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon the Company's ability to comply with applicable U.S. Export Control Laws, including obtaining any required government authorizations. Type One Energy is a Global, U.S.-based company that develops and utilizes technologies subject to U.S. export control and trade compliance regulations. Certain positions may require access to controlled technologies, technical data, software, or other information regulated by U.S. Export Control Laws. For positions involving access to export-controlled technology or information, the Company may be required to determine whether any government authorization or license is needed before such access can be provided. 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