Test Engineering Technician

Company Overview

Amperesand is reinventing how the world powers its most critical systems.

We are facing a once-in-a-generation opportunity for infrastructure disruption. Electricity demand is skyrocketing, driven by AI factories, electric vehicles, and modern industrial growth. Energy supply is shifting to incorporate a more diverse mix of resources – including solar, gas, and batteries – at a massive scale.

And yet the power infrastructure behind our latest mega-projects hasn’t meaningfully changed in nearly 100 years. Supply chains for today’s infrastructure equipment can’t match the pace and sophistication of critical energy projects. Amperesand is building hardware and software that rewrites this broken power infrastructure playbook to support a new era of energy abundance.

We’ve built a new class of intelligent, software-defined power infrastructure products leveraging a decade of advanced medium voltage Solid State Transformer research that’s now ready for commercial deployment.

Our products and solutions go far beyond the capabilities of traditional electrical equipment. We make power systems that are faster to deploy, dramatically smaller and more efficient, and capable of supporting modern, dynamic energy needs for tomorrow’s most demanding energy consumers.

Scalable in-house advanced manufacturing capability is our foundation for meeting timeline and quality expectation to serve infrastructure customers around the world.

Amperesand is led by breakthrough energy hardware development veterans and funded by top tier investors who share our vision of building a category-defining energy technology company.

With hubs in San Francisco, Reno, and Singapore, our global team is laser focused on building foundational technology to solve the most pressing problems in power infrastructure at scale.

Join us in building the power foundation of the future!

Role Summary

Amperesand is seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Test Engineering Technician to support prototype development, equipment integration, and high-voltage power electronics testing and validation activities.

This role combines electro-mechanical assembly, test execution, validation, and laboratory operations. The ideal candidate is comfortable building and troubleshooting complex electrical systems, setting up test equipment, collecting and presenting data, and adapting quickly as development priorities evolve. Safety, attention to detail, and collaboration are critical to success in this position.

Responsibilities

Assembly & Development

Build and wire electrical panels and control systems

Fabricate brackets, fixtures, wiring harnesses, and custom components using hand tools, power tools, soldering, crimping, and light machining techniques

Support installation, wiring, commissioning, and troubleshooting of manufacturing and pilot-line equipment, including automation platforms and fixtures

Collaborate with engineers on prototype iterations, test fixture development, and product improvements

Testing & Validation

Set up, configure, and maintain test equipment for electrical, mechanical, and power electronics validation

Execute development, qualification, and validation testing according to established protocols

Collect, analyze, document, and present test data and results

Develop and improve testing procedures, protocols, and laboratory practices based on engineering feedback and test results

Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and integrated system issues

Operate laboratory instruments including multimeters, oscilloscopes, DAQs, and other diagnostic equipment

Assist with process validation and product qualification activities

Documentation & Continuous Improvement

Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, CAD models, and engineering documentation

Document assembly processes, testing procedures, findings, corrective actions, and design recommendations

Participate in design reviews and provide testability and manufacturability feedback to engineering teams

Maintain organized laboratory, inventory, and prototype storage areas

Support receiving, shipping, logistics, and inventory management activities

Safety & Compliance

Follow all company safety policies and procedures, especially when working around high-voltage systems

Execute Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and maintain compliance with electrical safety requirements

Apply ESD controls and best practices when handling sensitive electronics

Assist in developing, maintaining, and enforcing laboratory and test safety procedures

Ensure compliance with applicable National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements and internal safety standards

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

4+ years of experience in engineering support, testing, validation, manufacturing, or electro-mechanical assembly environments

Experience assembling and troubleshooting electrical and electro-mechanical systems

Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings

Strong understanding of:

Ohm's Law

Basic circuit theory

Electrical measurements

Electrical safety practices

NEC fundamentals

Experience using:

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes and test equipment

Hand and power tools

Soldering equipment

Crimping tools

Knowledge of:

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

ESD best practices

Electrical panel assembly and wiring

Ability to collect, analyze, and communicate test results

Strong organizational skills and ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced development environment

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a laboratory or industrial setting for extended periods

Bonus Qualifications

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical field

Experience with high-voltage or medium-voltage systems (5 kV to 36 kV)

Experience testing power electronics, converters, inverters, batteries, or energy systems

Familiarity with PLCs, HMI/SCADA systems, and industrial controls

Experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA, or 3DEXPERIENCE

Knowledge of Python, data analysis tools, or automated test systems

Experience supporting product validation, prototype development, or pilot-line activities

Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and Jira

Machine shop and fabrication experience

Please note: This role requires working on-site 5 days a week. We do not offer hybrid or remote options.

Reno Pay Range

$35 — $45 USD

Candidate Confidentiality & Information Protection

As part of our commitment to protecting confidential and proprietary information, candidates should not disclose or provide Amperesand with any confidential, proprietary, or trade secret information belonging to a current or former employer or any other third party during the application or interview process.

Please do not submit or present employer-owned source code, schematics, designs, technical documentation, internal presentations, customer information, prototypes, or other confidential materials. Candidates should discuss their experience and accomplishments at an appropriate level and use only information and materials they are authorized to share.

Pay Disclosure & Benefits

Compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.

The benefits outlined below apply exclusively to employees located in the United States.

Competitive Salary + Incentive Stock Options

Medical, vision, and dental benefits for employees and their dependents, effective from the start of hire

Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance

401k retirement savings plan through Empower

Employees receive paid time off (PTO), paid sick days, and paid company holidays

Commuter Benefits

100% paid materna