Engineering Test Technician, Energy Storage

Engineering Test Technician, Energy Storage

Essential Duties

As an early member of a new engineering technician team, you will play a key role in building, setting up, and running tests to support the development of a new product at Redwood Materials. You’ll work hands-on across mechanical, electrical, and basic software tools to help validate product performance and reliability. You will support all phases of the hardware development lifecycle from early design validation and long-term reliability testing to final process validation by assembling test setups, operating equipment safely, capturing data, and troubleshooting issues as they arise. This role requires a proactive, can-do attitude with careful attention to detail and a strong safety mindset.

Responsibilities Will Include

• Build, set up, and execute validation tests for a new electromechanical product.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (design, reliability, and abuse engineers) to support FMEAs and test plan execution.
• Assemble, install, and maintain test infrastructure such as fixtures, sensors, actuators, chambers, and power supplies.
• Operate test equipment, follow procedures, and ensure safe handling of high-voltage systems and lab hardware.
• Collect, organize, and document test data, observations, and results clearly and consistently.
• Perform basic failure triage and support failure analysis through teardown, inspections, and root-cause investigations.
• Troubleshoot test setups and hardware issues; escalate and collaborate to resolve blockers quickly.
• Support test automation and data logging tools (e.g., running scripts, validating outputs, contributing small updates as needed).
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) line operations by assisting with product assembly, build readiness, and day-to-day troubleshooting. Create, update, and maintain build documentation, including work instructions, assembly procedures, and change logs to ensure accurate and repeatable processes.
• Support with the management of lab inventory, organization, and power infrastructure. Assembly and validation of high-voltage harnesses and electrical sub-systems, including wiring, terminations, and integration while ensuring full compliance with electrical safety requirements and site policies.

Desired Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent hands-on experience in mechanical, electrical, mechatronics, or related fields.
• 3+ years of experience in a lab, manufacturing, or test environment (technician, engineering tech, or similar role).
• Experience working with or around high-voltage systems (400–2000VDC and 480–800VAC) and strong safety discipline (LOTO, PPE, safe work practices).
• Strong hands-on skills with mechanical assembly, wiring, sensors, instrumentation, and lab equipment.
• Comfortable following test procedures, maintaining detailed documentation, and producing clear test summaries.
• Familiarity with basic scripting or automation tools (Python a plus) and the ability to learn new tools quickly.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; able to work effectively with engineers and stakeholders across levels.
• A get-it-done attitude—willing to jump in, own tasks end-to-end, and do what’s needed to support the team.

Physical Requirements:  

• Ability to perform the essential job functions consistent safely and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards
• Ability to work with small components under a microscope for extended periods
• Manual dexterity for precision soldering and handling heavy copper assemblies
• Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs

Working Conditions:  

• Flexible working in different environments, such as office or outdoors
• Ability to work in challenging working conditions which may include exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and temperature extremes, while protected by PPE, for extended periods of time
• Essential physical requirements, such as climbing, standing, stooping, or typing 
• Occasional work weekends, nights, or be on-call as a regular part of the job
• Occasional travel requirements