Electrical Test Technician

Electrical Test TechnicianWe are seeking a dedicated Electrical Test Technician to join our Prototype & Build team. In this role, you will support the development, testing, and validation of our energy storage products. This hands-on position is crucial for building the electrical test infrastructure that ensures the safe and reliable evaluation of PCBAs, battery cells, modules, and system-level hardware. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, thrives in a lab environment, and has experience with control panel wiring, harness fabrication, and PCBA assembly.ResponsibilitiesAssemble and wire industrial control panels in accordance with UL508A standards.Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings.Fabricate complex wire harnesses and cable assemblies to support prototypes, test fixtures, and system integration.Perform crimping, routing, labeling, and continuity verification.Assemble, rework, and repair PCBAs, including through-hole and surface-mount components.Execute fine-pitch SMD hand-soldering, hot-air rework, and inspection using microscopes and rework tools.Support prototype bring-up and troubleshooting alongside electrical engineers.Construct and maintain electrical test fixtures, load boxes, wiring assemblies, and custom hardware used to characterize and validate battery cells, modules, and electronic subsystems.Install instrumentation, sensors, power supplies, data acquisition systems, and safety interlocks as needed.Support test engineers and product engineers in setting up and executing electrical tests.Assemble, organize, and inspect test infrastructure electrical subassemblies and integrated test systems.Use and maintain electrical build tooling in a shared workspace.Commission and troubleshoot completed test infrastructure systems and confirm initial mechanical functionality, including validation using associated sensor readings, in collaboration with the commissioning and engineering teams.Document findings and testing metrics for performance traceability.Offer recommendations for keeping documentation up to date.Essential Skills3+ years of hands-on experience as an engineering technician, electrical technician, panel builder, or similar role.Strong proficiency in electrical wiring, cable harness fabrication, and panel assembly.Demonstrated skill in soldering (SMD and through-hole), PCBA assembly.Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, panel layouts, and mechanical drawings.Familiarity with standard electrical tools, test equipment, and safety practices (DMMs, oscilloscopes, power supplies, etc.).Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience working with industrial control panels or UL508A-compliant builds.Troubleshooting high voltage and bug reporting skills.Experience in soldering, electrical testing, and repair.Why Work Here?Join a community dedicated to making the world better with a commitment to equitable compensation and generous benefits. We cover 100% of employee premiums and 80% of dependent premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees. Enjoy a flexible Paid Time Off program and 12 weeks of paid parental bonding leave. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.Work EnvironmentWork in a collaborative and diverse team located in the heart of Berkeley. The environment is a manufacturing facility with a temperature similar to outdoors, where intelligent solutions for energy storage are developed.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Berkeley, CA.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $36.00 - $44.00/hr.Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Berkeley,CA.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 5, 2026.