Build/Characterization Technician
Job Description
- Experience in sensor calibration and validation.
- Hands-on background in modifying or customizing sensors for R&D applications.
- Knowledge of battery safety protocols and laboratory testing practices.
- Familiarity with 3D CAD or fixture design for sensor integration.
- Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced R&D environment.
- Build and assemble sensors, wiring, and fixtures for battery development test rigs.
- Characterize sensors both as received and after modifications to ensure performance and calibration accuracy.
- Instrument cells with temperature, pressure, strain, and other sensors to support advanced testing.
- Operate test equipment and data acquisition systems to capture sensor data under defined conditions.
- Distribute and document test data for use by engineering and analysis teams.
- Support troubleshooting of sensor setups, wiring, and calibration issues.
- Maintain detailed records of build processes, sensor configurations, and test results.
- Follow strict safety standards when handling cells, instrumentation, and high-voltage systems.
- Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent hands-on experience in Electrical/Mechanical Technology, Mechatronics, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in instrumentation, electronics, or lab-based testing environments.
- Strong soldering, wiring, and basic fabrication skills.
- Familiarity with sensors such as thermocouples, pressure transducers, strain gauges, or displacement sensors.
- Proficiency with data logging and acquisition systems.
- Excellent attention to detail and documentation practices.
- Mentorship
- Career growth opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits
As a Technician, you will be responsible for building, modifying, and characterizing sensors used in advanced battery development. You will support Rivian’s Battery Pack program by creating sensor-instrumented cells, validating sensor performance, and ensuring accurate test data collection for engineering analysis.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and assemble sensors, wiring, and fixtures for battery development test rigs.
- Characterize sensors both as received and after modifications to ensure performance and calibration accuracy.
- Instrument cells with temperature, pressure, strain, and other sensors to support advanced testing.
- Operate test equipment and data acquisition systems to capture sensor data under defined conditions.
- Distribute and document test data for use by engineering and analysis teams.
- Support troubleshooting of sensor setups, wiring, and calibration issues.
- Maintain detailed records of build processes, sensor configurations, and test results.
- Follow strict safety standards when handling cells, instrumentation, and high-voltage systems.
Qualifications
- Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent hands-on experience in Electrical/Mechanical Technology, Mechatronics, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in instrumentation, electronics, or lab-based testing environments.
- Strong soldering, wiring, and basic fabrication skills.
- Familiarity with sensors such as thermocouples, pressure transducers, strain gauges, or displacement sensors.
- Proficiency with data logging and acquisition systems.
- Excellent attention to detail and documentation practices.
Preferred Skills
- Experience in sensor calibration and validation.
- Hands-on background in modifying or customizing sensors for R&D applications.
- Knowledge of battery safety protocols and laboratory testing practices.
- Familiarity with 3D CAD or fixture design for sensor integration.
- Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced R&D environment.
Salary Range: $65,000-$90,000
The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience
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