SPAN · 2 months ago
Hardware Prototype Technician
San Francisco
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$93K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expSPAN is a mission-driven company focused on electrification and reducing carbon emissions. They are seeking a skilled Hardware Prototype Technician to create hardware prototypes and support engineering and R&D projects, leveraging rapid prototyping and fabrication techniques.
EnergyHardwareInternet of ThingsRenewable EnergySoftware
Responsibilities
Operate and program CNC milling centers, routers, and 3D printers
Read and interpret technical drawings for prototype creation
Fabricate metal and plastic parts using various tools
Collaborate with multiple teams (hardware, electrical, firmware, etc.) to generate ideas and iterate on prototypes
Design and build prototypes, test fixtures/ or other custom solutions
Maintain records of equipment maintenance, calibration, and repairs
Document lab procedures and workflows
Maintain a safe, clean work environment
Work autonomously and collaboratively in a small team
Qualification
Required
HS Diploma with 5+ years related experience
Proficiency with 3D CAD software and rapid prototyping tools
Proficiency with common shop tools and equipment (drills, saws, etc)
Experience with electrical instrumentation (DMMs, Oscilloscopes, etc)
Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
Experience with electrical (AC and DC) and mechanical systems
Familiarity with the hardware prototyping process
Comfortable adapting and learning new concepts and processes
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Preferred
Experience with Haas controls and G-Code
Experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience with home electrical wiring and similar contractor skills
Comfort with Atlassian Suite (Jira, Confluence, Trello)
First aid / AED / CPR training
Benefits
Competitive compensation + equity grants at a well-funded, venture-backed company
Comprehensive benefits: 100% employee premiums for base plans on medical, dental, vision with options for additional coverage. Parental leave up to twenty four (24) weeks depending on eligibility
Comfortable, sunny office space located near BART and Caltrain public transit
Strong focus on team building and company culture: Employee Resource Groups, monthly social events, SPANcakes recognition breakfast, lunch, and learns
Flexible hours, one holiday per month, and flexible time off
Company
SPAN
Span develops residential energy storage devices that provide renewable electricity and charging services for electric vehicles.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$229.8MKey Investors
Wellington ManagementTDK VenturesMunich Re Ventures
2023-03-03Series B· $96M
2022-01-18Series B· $90M
2021-03-31Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Arch Rao
Founder & CEO
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