Assembly Technician

ADVANCED IONICS•New Berlin, WI

About The Position

BOP Assembly Technician is responsible for supporting the assembly, operation, and troubleshooting of advanced steam fed electrolysis systems used for hydrogen production, working closely with engineers to build and validate electrolyzer steam delivery systems, and testing infrastructure. This is a full-time position. Advanced Ionics office hours are 6:30am - 6:30pm. Your work schedule will generally be within normal business hours. Occasionally, there will be requests to work outside of normal business hours for special events. In those instances, a notice will be sent as early in advance as possible. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required. You’re the right candidate for this job if you enjoy workplaces where everyone has a voice, if you’re passionate about solving climate change through complex and wonky markets, and if you’re willing to propose a new idea, write a memo, code a script, and turn a wrench, you bring positive energy and are flexible in your position. We know the right candidate might not check every box in this job description. You could also have important skills we haven't thought of. If you think you’re a great candidate for this role, apply and tell us why. To apply, send us a resume and a few sentences about why you are interested in this position and what you bring to the table. There will be opportunities for us to train you too! We’re looking forward to hearing from you! Our mission is to decarbonize the "hard-to-abate" heavy industrial sectors of the world economy with a new class of electrolyzers. Advanced Ionics is seeking a highly motivated people to join our growing team that is dedicated to developing transformational “green hydrogen” industrial electrolyzer systems. At Advanced Ionics, we’ve created a green hydrogen platform that allows industrial hydrogen producers and users to achieve sustainability and decarbonize, without sacrificing profit. We combine our patented Symbiotic electrolyzer technology with our customers’ onsite process and waste heat to produce the lowest-cost green hydrogen on the market. We’re a thoughtful, venture-backed, and mission-oriented team of engineers, creatives, and business people looking to change the world. And, we’re proud to say we’re headquartered in the great city of Milwaukee, in the heart of the industrial Midwest. Consistent with our commitment to diversity & inclusion, we value people with the ability to work on diverse teams and with a diverse range of people. We especially encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including women, people of color, LGBTQ people, veterans, and people with disabilities.

Requirements

2 years of industry experience with a Bachelor’s degree, 5years of industry experience with an Associate’s degree or 10 years of experience or applicable military experience
Experience troubleshooting and fixing mechanical systems, including pumps, heat-exchangers, furnaces, regulators and pneumatics, among others
Analytical skills to understand blueprints, models and specifications for parts and design
Experience with computer applications, including basic control system, CAD/CAM and CNC machining
Ability to fabricate and assemble complex parts, jigs and test system components
Proven ability to suggest alternative, cost-effective solutions
Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority
Results-oriented and can work independently
Strong mathematical and analytical skills
General understanding of lab safety
Excellent communication skills

Nice To Haves

Deep understanding of materials properties, including polymers, metals, ceramics, solvents and pigments
Experience in scientific equipment/component manufacturing
Expertise welding and brazing small intricate parts

Responsibilities

Plan, engineer, design, produce and assemble mechanical and chemical systems
Read and generate blueprints, sketches or computer-aided design (CAD)and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) files
Plan, set up and validate tests of complete test stations and electrolyzer units and their component, and record and analyze results
Write and use software for data acquisition and analysis, including Python, SciLab/MATLAB
Install piping and tubing for steam and gases and wire basic electrical components
Compare test results with design specifications and with test objectives and recommend changes, if needed, in products or test methods