About the role
Hgen's mission is to achieve a clean and renewable energy future through providing foundational molecules for critical industries. By enabling cheap and abundant clean hydrogen, Hgen aims to help decarbonize the more than 10% of global emissions that are best addressed with hydrogen. Learn more about why clean hydrogen is critical for achieving zero-emissions.
Description
As an Electrical Technician, you will play a crucial role in building the prototypes and test stands that form the backbone of our cutting-edge hydrogen production technology. You will use your hands-on skills to integrate power and controls panels, and wire instrumentation, heaters, and motors. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative startup environment, where your contributions will have a direct impact on the development and scaling of breakthrough clean energy technology.
Responsibilities • Build and integrate electrical systems - including panels, power cables, busbars, and conduit - into the electrolyzer system and balance of plant • Land field instrumentation and PLC IO using shielded cable, and perform loop checks to verify each point end to end • Wire instrumentation, heater, and motors according to manufacturing specifications and internal wiring diagrams • Diagnose and repair any electrical issues, ensuring that all systems operate safely and efficiently • Work closely with engineers to understand design requirements and ensure that builds meet technical specifications and safety standards • Accurately record build processes, modifications, nonconformances, and test results to support traceability and improvements to system design and production processes • Other duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications • High school diploma or equivalent • 2+ years of experience in electronics assembly, test, maintenance, or similar roles • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted • Able to work on-site in Hawthorne, CA
Preferred Skills & Experience • Experience with Class I Div 2 wiring methods, including seal-offs and nonincendive field wiring • NFPA 70E training, and familiarity with loop calibrators, terminal schedules, and IO lists • Experience with terminating wires into terminals and control equipment for high and low power AC and DC systems • Ability to program VFDs, process controllers, and instrumentation • Familiarity with lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) procedures and the ability to work safely around high voltage equipment • Proficiency in bending, routing, and fishing conduit lines • Familiarity with reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics/diagrams, work instructions, and technical documents • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems
Professional Qualities • Strong attention to detail and diligent in following work instructions • Commitment and pride in high-quality workmanship • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment • Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate closely with engineers and other team members • Curiosity into the system design and operation • Enthusiasm for hands-on work and a passion for contributing to the development of clean energy technology
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