Heron Power · 2 days ago
Manufacturing Technician
Scotts Valley
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$35/hr - $55/hrHeron Power is a startup company building cutting-edge power electronics for the 21st-century grid. They are seeking a skilled manufacturing technician to drive engineering builds and early manufacturing scale-up of complex power electronics assemblies, collaborating closely with various teams to establish repeatable processes and support product launch development.
EnergyIndustrialElectrical DistributionIndustrial Engineering
Responsibilities
Execute and support builds of complex power electronics assemblies through prototype, pilot and production phases
Lead hands-on troubleshooting, issue identification and documentation during builds, bring-up, and early manufacturing runs to provide feedback to engineering and project management
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (including manufacturing, hardware engineering, reliability, test and operations) to develop processes for prototype builds, test, failure mode identification and troubleshooting playbook through various experimental set-ups and systems
Document learnings and failure modes, analyze data and communicate to cross-functional teams to drive product changes into future builds to track and to execute incremental improvements
Support the bring-up, validation and troubleshooting of equipment, test systems, fixtures and specialized tooling used in assembly and verification processes
Qualification
Required
Proven track-record of hands-on technical assembly, troubleshooting and diagnostic experience, specifically working hands-on in manufacturing builds, NPI or early production environments with strong attention to detail and quality
Ability to track, document and manage multiple units through various build and test stages
Experience in teardown, diagnostic and troubleshooting of complex manufactured assemblies
Familiarity and experience using hand tools, automated equipment or both for manufacturing of finished assemblies
Ability to read and interpret design drawings for critical quality and assembly features to translate into execution
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to navigate ambiguity and complete ownership of change management through various product iterations and experiments
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., with frequent standing, walking and bending
Preferred
Demonstrated strong power electronics / electrical systems aptitude
Background in process development or continuous improvement
Experience with power electronics measurement equipment - oscilloscopes, multimeters, power analyzers, hipot
3D Printing, CNC, Laser Cutting, Milling/Drilling, CATIA, Solidworks experience a plus
Benefits
Competitive compensation (salary and equity)
Benefits
Company
Heron Power
Heron Power is an energy technology startup that focuses on developing power electronics for the modern electrical grid.
Founded in 2024
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$38MKey Investors
Capricorn Investment Group
2025-05-29Series A· $38M
Leadership Team
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Chris Tilton
Director of Mechanical Engineering
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