About IEM

Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom power distribution systems in North America. Founded more than 75 years ago in Fremont, California, IEM grew alongside Silicon Valley and today operates over 1.7 million square feet of manufacturing capacity. With $1B+ in annual sales and 10,000+ commissioned projects across technology, data centers, commercial, energy, utilities, healthcare, industrial, and infrastructure markets, IEM continues to deliver exceptional product quality, dependable service, and the flexibility to meet complex technical requirements at scale.

Position Summary

The Switchgear Application Expert is the senior technical escalation point for complex pre‑sales and post‑sales inquiries related to IEM’s low- and medium-voltage switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, and related distribution products. The role provides Tier‑2 and Tier‑3 support across Pre‑Sales, Order Review, Engineering, Production, Field Services, Quality, Product Management, and Customer Support, ensuring that solutions are technically sound, compliant with codes/standards and UL procedures, and manufacturable at scale. The Application Expert combines deep protection & controls, three‑phase power, and standards knowledge with strong cross‑functional collaboration to de‑risk projects, resolve field issues, and drive continuous improvement.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Seasoned application or engineer with strong power systems with OEM background and familiar with LV and MV distribution equipment who enjoys being the “go‑to” technical expert.
• Comfortable reviewing complex specifications, single‑line diagrams, CDEs, and relay schemes, and explaining trade‑offs to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment balancing urgent escalations with long‑term improvements to standards, tools, and processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. App Expert / Cross‑functional Technical Leadership

• Serve as the primary Application Expert for complex and non‑standard applications of IEM switchgear and related products.
• Act as a technical liaison between Sales, Estimation, Engineering, Production, Field Services, Quality, and Product Management, ensuring consistent interpretation of standards, UL procedures, and IEM practices.
• Identify recurring technical issues and lead or support initiatives to improve standard designs, tools, and documentation.

1. Pre‑Sales Inquiries

• Support Estimation and Inside Sales by validating complex CDEs, custom enclosure footprints, and utility‑interface requirements against IEM standard offerings and UL procedures.
• Review IEM quotes and CDEs for alignment with customer specifications, codes, and IEM practices; provide clear technical clarifications and risk flags.
• Perform in‑depth technical reviews for projects with high technical P&C requirements, paralleling controls, unusual system topologies, or non‑standard configurations.
• Determine when proposed solutions fall outside standard UL procedures or IEM product offerings and coordinate with Development / R&D / Product Engineering to define acceptable alternatives or exceptions.

1. Product Team Support

• Provide structured feedback to Product Management and R&D based on trends in pre‑sales questions, production issues, and field events.
• Participate in product roadmap and design reviews as the “voice of application,” ensuring new offers are practical to apply, commission, and service.
• Support validation of new features or product lines through application testing, documentation review, and internal training for Sales, Engineering, and Field Services.

1. Production Support

• Review and advise on installation methods and minor drawing clarifications when production questions arise.
• Evaluate production/installation defects to determine whether material replacement or limited rework is required.
• Lead major technical reviews when production or QC identifies issues that may impact code compliance, UL procedure adherence, safety, or functionality.
• Confirm that electrical and mechanical designs meet applicable codes, standards, and IEM UL procedures; propose robust solutions that minimize shipment delays, rework, and added cost.
• Act as mediator between Engineering, Production, and QC on complex issues, driving clear decisions and documented resolutions.

1. Engineering Support

• Support design engineers with general design reviews and returned customer submittal comments; clarify specifications and ensure project requirements align with IEM standard practices and UL procedures.
• Confirm UR components are correctly selected and within applicable UL files.
• Own major technical reviews that require deeper analysis, research, and justification to meet challenging design or specification requirements.
• Provide expert guidance on power system configuration, protection & controls, and communication architectures for complex projects.

1. Order Review

• Review order entry and acknowledgment forms against the approved quote, CDE, specifications, and single‑line diagrams; identify discrepancies early and work with Engineering to define technical solutions.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Sales to review “show‑stopper” items identified during Tier‑2 review that cannot be resolved without customer buy‑in.
• Define technically sound alternatives, articulate risks and constraints, and support customer discussions as needed.

1. Customer Support (Post‑Sales)

• Address advanced customer questions on submittals, dimensional changes, and specification clarifications that are not yet formal service issues.
• Provide troubleshooting guidance on equipment based on drawings, settings, and documentation prior to Service engagement.
• Lead complex customer escalations involving design interpretation, protection & controls performance, or systemic issues.
• Participate in technical meetings and root‑cause discussions with key customers and internal stakeholders, ensuring a strong technical basis for decisions.

1. Field Services Support

• Provide diagnostic support for high‑profile site events (e.g., mis‑operations, major outages, arc‑flash incidents, or site stoppages).
• Analyze relay/event logs, test reports, and site conditions to identify root causes and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Assist in preparing in‑depth corrective action reports, including independent research and coordination with Engineering, Quality, and Product teams.

1. Quality Support

• Support QC teams on testing requirements, guidelines, and interpretation of standards and UL procedures.
• Complete assigned nonconformance investigations, including analysis of cause, risk, and preventive actions.
• Provide technical research and feedback on major quality events, including arc‑flash or site stoppage incidents, and translate findings into updates to standards, templates, or training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (BSEE) or equivalent technical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in application engineering, design engineering, or field service for low- and/or medium-voltage switchgear, switchboards, or related power distribution equipment.
• Strong knowledge of three‑phase power systems, protection and control schemes, and communication protocols commonly used in power systems.
• Solid understanding of applicable codes and standards (e.g., NEC, UL 891/1558/508A, IEEE/ANSI) and how they apply to IEM products and UL procedures.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting single‑line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical assembly drawings; AutoCAD experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to perform structured root‑cause analysis and to lead cross‑functional investigations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Proven track record of managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, project‑driven environment.

Preferred

• Experience with power system analysis and protection coordination tools.
• Prior experience in a deep technical support, field service, or product engineering role for LV/MV equipment.
• Familiarity with data center, industrial, or utility applications where high reliability and availability are critical.

Workplace Conditions

• Onsite or remote role with primary collaboration with the Application Engineering team, Sales, Engineering, Production, Field Services, and Product Management.
• Occasional meetings with colleagues across time zones may require flexibility in working hours.
• Travel expectations: Minimal; may include periodic visits to manufacturing facilities, project sites, or customer locations for investigations or technical meetings.

About the Company

Panthalassa is a renewable energy and ocean technology company committed to rapidly developing and deploying technologies that will ensure a sustainable future for Earth by unlocking the vast energy potential of its oceans. Our mission is to capture civilizational levels of ultra-low-cost renewable energy for applications including computing and affordable renewable fuels delivered to shore.

We are headquartered in Portland, Oregon, and operate as a public benefit corporation backed by leading venture capitalists, philanthropic investors, and university endowments. Our team includes individuals with experience at SpaceX, Tesla, Apple, Blue Origin, the U.S. military, and leading research universities. We operate as an idea meritocracy—where the best ideas win—and we’re building the most capable engineering and operations team on the planet.

About the Job

We are seeking an experienced Test Engineer, Electromechanical Integration to design, build, and commission control systems and mechanical hardware for our large-scale test facilities. This role spans the complete lifecycle - from CAD design and electrical schematics through panel fabrication, assembly, and commissioning - bridging mechanical and electrical engineering.

You'll collaborate closely with other engineers and designers across disciplines to determine system requirements, design hardware, and integrate mechanical and electronics systems into functional assemblies. Your work will ensure our test infrastructure operates safely, meets industrial standards, and performs reliably in demanding environments.

You'll also get hands-on; assembling, wiring, and machining parts to bring ideas into functional prototypes and final hardware. Within your first year, you'll be a trusted contributor to critical builds and a go-to resource for practical design and integration expertise.

Responsibilities

• Design and fabricate electrical control panels, enclosures, and wiring harnesses for test systems; select components, cables, and connectors
• Create electrical schematics, P&IDs (Process and Instrumentation Diagrams), interconnect drawings, and panel layouts; document designs, build processes, and test procedures for production and repeatability
• Program and commission PLCs, configure VFDs, and design Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems for test equipment control
• Design mechanical hardware, assemblies, and fixtures using 3D CAD software; create fabrication drawings and provide DFM/DFA feedback
• Perform electrical troubleshooting, system integration debugging, and resolve hardware issues
• Execute basic mechanical fabrication tasks including machining, assembly, and integration of electromechanical systems
• Ensure compliance with NEC, UL508A, and NFPA79 standards

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 6+ years of experience with industrial controls and electromechanical systems
• Proficiency in PLC programming
• Proficiency with parametric 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo, or similar); NX preferred
• Experience designing electrical control panels and creating electrical schematics
• Ability to create mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and P&IDs
• Hands-on experience with tools and techniques used in the electronics industry: soldering irons, crimpers, multimeters, and related tools
• Skilled in the use of hand tools and measuring tools for fabrication and assembly
• Understanding of NEC, UL508A, and NFPA79 compliance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CODESYS PLC platform and proficiency with IEC 61131-3 PLC languages (ladder logic, structured text, function blocks)
• Experience with VFDs, motor control systems, industrial communication protocols (Modbus TCP, Ethernet/IP, Profinet, IO-Link), and SCADA systems
• Skilled in the use of manual machine tools (mills, lathes, etc.)
• Experience with test instrumentation and data acquisition systems
• Familiarity with embedded systems and Linux/Unix hardware
• Experience in high-consequence or high-reliability industries (aerospace, aviation, heavy industrial equipment, renewable energy)
• Familiarity with PLM or configuration management systems
• Basic knowledge of process control loop design and PID tuning
• Experience with programming or scripting (Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB) and version control systems (Git)

The above qualifications are desired, not required. We encourage you to apply if you are a strong candidate with only some of the desired skills and experience listed.

Additional Requirements

• You may be required to be on your feet for up to 8 hours per day and occasionally lift objects weighing 30 pounds or more. You should be comfortable occasionally working in elevated work areas, including ladders and platforms, while using appropriate safety equipment.
• You must also be able to work safely in confined spaces when required. All necessary safety protocols and equipment will be provided.
• You will occasionally be asked to help other teams within the company, such as facilities, office management, and logistics.
• The ability to support occasional deployment or field assignments is preferred. While this is not a deal breaker, candidates should be open to periodic travel or on-site work as needed for operational support.

Compensation and Benefits

If hired for this full-time role, you will receive:

• Cash compensation of $130,000–$170,000.
• Equity in the company. We’re all owners and if we’re successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.
• A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including:
  • Flexible paid time off
  • Health insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
  • Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents)
  • Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
  • Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled)
  • Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA
• Relocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed).

Location

This is an onsite position. This position requires daily on-site work. Our offices, lab and shop, are located in Portland, Oregon.

Candidates must have the legal right to work in the United States. We are unable to provide new visa sponsorship for this role; however, we may consider H-1B transfer applications from exceptional candidates.

About the Company

We are a renewable energy and ocean technology company committed to rapidly developing and deploying technologies that will ensure a sustainable future for Earth by unlocking the vast energy potential of its oceans. Our focus is on capturing civilizational levels of ultra-low-cost renewable energy for applications including computing and affordable renewable fuels delivered to shore.

The company is a public benefit corporation headquartered in Portland, Oregon, and backed by leading venture capitalists, philanthropic investors, university endowments, and private investment offices. We operate as an idea meritocracy in which the best ideas change the company’s direction on a regular basis.

Our team includes individuals with experience at SpaceX, Tesla, Apple, Relativity, the U.S. military, and leading steel fabricators. We operate as an idea meritocracy—where the best ideas win—and we’re building the most capable engineering and operations team on the planet.

About the Job

Our core technology is the node, a device that produces energy in the ocean’s harshest conditions for years at a time without human maintenance or intervention.

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will build the systems that allow us to make our hardware in-house—reliably, repeatably, and at scale. This role owns the design and stand-up of work centers, process flows, test architecture, and production documentation for complex electromechanical assemblies and precision turbomachinery components.

You will partner closely with Design Engineering to understand new components and assemblies, translate them into practical production systems, and help shape our factory ramp strategy. We are building this function from the ground up. You’ll help define how we build.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, document, and improve manufacturing and test processes that deliver high quality and high throughput
• Design and procure assembly tooling and fixtures that improve ergonomics, efficiency, and quality control
• Lead root cause analysis for manufacturing issues; improve yield, reduce cost, and close technical gaps during production
• Build production work cells from scratch, including SOPs, work instructions, and process documentation
• Establish process controls and support quality systems to meet ISO 9001 and internal quality requirements
• Partner with Design Engineering to provide clear, practical DFM feedback on new products
• Collaborate with Logistics and Production to design inventory control processes, implement kanban systems, and define handling procedures
• Support Supply Chain with make vs. buy analysis and vendor technical feedback
• Work with Enterprise Architecture to define requirements for our manufacturing execution system (MES)

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience
  3+ years of experience in a high-mix manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated experience with DFM, lean manufacturing principles, and assembly fixture design
• Working knowledge of modern manufacturing equipment and automation solutions
• Familiarity with quality management systems such as ISO 9001 in an engineering and production setting
• Clear communicator who can work effectively across Design Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Enterprise Architecture, Facilities, Logistics, and Production
• Track record of improving yield, throughput, or cost through structured problem solving

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with electromechanical assemblies and enclosures, including PCBAs, cable harnessing, and mechanical integration
• Experience manufacturing complex, high-precision metal components, including turbomachinery or similar high-performance mechanical systems
• Experience with fluid systems, leak testing, watertight assemblies, or heat exchangers
• Experience working with hardware designed for corrosive environments, including material selection, coatings, cleaning, and handling processes
• Exposure to electronics checkout, environmental testing (thermal and vibration), and integrated assembly acceptance testing
• Familiarity with ESD-compliant production environments
• Exposure to PCBA and cable harness manufacturing supply chains
• Experience supporting both prototyping/R&D builds and scaled production
• Proven experience standing up production lines or work cells

The above qualifications are desired, not required. We encourage you to apply if you are a strong candidate with only some of the desired skills and experience listed.

Compensation and Benefits:

If hired for this full-time role, you will receive:

• Cash compensation of $125,000 - $155,000
• Equity in the company. We’re all owners and if we’re successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.
• A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including:
  • Flexible paid time off
  • Health insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
  • Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents)
  • Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
  • Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled)
  • Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA
• Relocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed).

Location:

This is an on-site position. Our offices, lab, and shop are located in Portland, Oregon. 

ABOUT THIS ROLE

The Staff Data Engineer is a senior leader responsible for designing and evolving core components of onX’s lakehouse and data platform. This role focuses on how data is structured, governed, secured, and described so that analytics, product features, and AI systems can operate reliably at scale.

This engineer operates at the intersection of data architecture, metadata, governance, and security, leading complex initiatives and setting technical direction within the Data Engineering organization. They are a trusted technical partner to Product, Analytics, Data Science, Security, and Platform teams, and serve as a force multiplier for other engineers through high-level technical guidance and active mentorship.

As an onX Data Engineer, your day to day responsibilities would look like:

Technical Leadership & Architecture

• Design and evolve the Iceberg-based lakehouse architecture to balance scalability, cost, performance, and maintainability.
• Define and promote standards for table design, partitioning, schema evolution, optimization, and data layout.
• Lead architectural efforts spanning batch, streaming, and event-driven data processing where they deliver business value.
• Drive the design and delivery of complex, cross-team initiatives, enabling teams to move independently within established architectural guidance.
• Build vs. Buy: Evaluate and integrate technologies.

Metadata, Governance & Open Standards

• Define how datasets, pipelines, features, and models are described, related, and governed using shared metadata.
• Lead the adoption and integration of open-source metadata and catalog tools (e.g., OpenMetadata or similar ecosystems).
• Establish metadata standards that enable self-service analytics, governance, and AI readiness.
• Partner with BI and Analytics to ensure domain models are clearly documented and aligned to business language.
• Collaborate with Data Science to ensure model inputs, features, and outputs are traceable, explainable, and reusable.

Security, Access Control & Compliance

• Design and evolve security and access-control models for Apache Iceberg, including table-, column-, and row-level controls.
• Partner with Security and Platform teams to embed policy enforcement directly into data access paths.
• Drive metadata-driven authorization patterns that scale across tools and user groups.
• Ensure privacy, compliance, and regulatory requirements are incorporated into platform design.
• Balance strong security guarantees with usability to support safe self-service.
  
  

Platform Reliability & Operations

• Build and maintain automation for compaction, retention, lifecycle management, and cost controls.
• Establish observability standards that connect pipeline health, data quality, and reliability metrics.
• Provide architectural oversight during critical incidents and drive long-term 'Keep the Lights On' (KTLO) reduction.
• Recommend tooling and process improvements based on industry standards and operational experience.

Organizational Impact & Collaboration

• Align technical work with business priorities by understanding how data supports onX products and customer outcomes.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to engineers, product partners, and leadership.
• Lead and participate in architecture and design reviews, setting a high bar for technical rigor.
• Foster strong cross-team collaboration across Data Engineering, Platform, Security, Analytics, and Data Science.
• Mentor senior and mid-level engineers, raising the technical bar across the team.

LOCATION

onX has created a thriving distributed workforce community across several US locations. This position can be performed from an onX corporate office, “Basecamp,” or “Connection Hub.” 

• Corporate Offices: onX was founded in Montana with offices in Missoula and Bozeman. If you prefer to work in an office at least part of the time this is a great option.
• Basecamps: Basecamps are established virtual workforce communities where a sizable number of distributed team members group for work, volunteering, socializing, and adventure.  
  • Our current Basecamps are located within a 90-mile radius of the following: Austin, TX; Charlotte, NC; Denver, CO; Kalispell, MT; Minneapolis, MN; Portland, OR; Salt Lake City, UT; and Seattle, WA. 
• Connection Hubs: Connection Hub locations are smaller, emerging communities of distributed team members. 
  • Our current Connection Hubs are located within a 60-mile radius of the following: Boise, ID; Charleston, SC; Dallas/Fort Worth, TX; Phoenix, AZ; Richmond, VA; Spokane, WA; and Vermont.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• Deep industry experience (typically 12+ years) building and operating large-scale data systems.
• Deep expertise in distributed data systems and data architecture.
• Strong experience with Apache Iceberg and similar table formats (Delta Lake, Hudi).
• Proven experience designing secure and governed data platforms.
• Expertise in Python, SQL, and orchestration patterns (e.g., Airflow).
• Experience working with data ecosystems, including metadata, catalog, or governance tooling.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Permanent U.S. work authorization.
  
  

Cloud & Platform Experience

• Deep experience in at least one major cloud environment (GCP, AWS, or Azure).
• Familiarity with cloud-native data services such as query engines, stream/batch processing systems, and object storage–based lakehouses.
• Comfort with infrastructure-as-code and automated platform management.

COMPENSATION

onX is committed to compensating all employees fairly and equitably for their contributions. For this position, applicants can expect to make between $175,000 to $218,000 upon hire. The pay range will vary based on experience, skills, certifications, and education among other factors as required in the job description. In addition, full-time onX employees are eligible for a grant of common share options with a vesting schedule and a potential annual bonus of 10% based on company performance.

WHAT WE ARE OFFERING YOU

• Competitive salaries, annual bonuses, equity, and opportunities for growth
• Comprehensive health benefits including a no-monthly-cost medical plan 
• Parental leave plan of 5 or 13 weeks fully paid
• 401k matching at 100% for the first 3% you save and 50% from 3-5%
• Company-wide outdoor adventures and amazing outdoor industry perks
• Annual “Get Out, Get Active” funds to fuel your active lifestyle in and outside of the gym
• Flexible time away package that includes PTO, STO, VTO, and 7 paid holidays annually

PERFORMANCE ESSENTIALS

In this role, success is driven by cognitive abilities such as concentration and problem-solving, essential for our computer-centric tasks. onX will explore reasonable accommodations to ensure that individuals with diverse abilities can fully engage in and contribute to the essential physical and mental functions of the job. If you need assistance or accommodation, please contact us at PS@onxmaps.com. 

Position open until filled. 

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About the Company

We are a renewable energy and ocean technology company committed to rapidly developing and deploying technologies that will ensure a sustainable future for Earth by unlocking the vast energy potential of its oceans. Our focus is on capturing civilizational levels of ultra-low-cost renewable energy for applications including computing and affordable renewable fuels delivered to shore.

The company is a public benefit corporation headquartered in Portland, Oregon, and backed by leading venture capitalists, philanthropic investors, university endowments, and private investment offices. We operate as an idea meritocracy in which the best ideas change the company’s direction on a regular basis.

Our staff have worked at organizations such as SpaceX, Blue Origin, Boeing, Tesla, Apple, Virgin Orbit, Astra, Google, Amazon, Microsoft, New Relic, Bridgewater, Raytheon, Disney Imagineering, and the US Army and Air Force, as well as research universities, startups, and small companies across a range of industries. We are organized as a public benefit corporation and are backed by leading venture capital firms, private investors, philanthropic investors, and endowments.

About the Job

Our core technology is the node, a device that produces energy in the ocean’s harshest conditions for years at a time without human maintenance or intervention. A node consists of a fabricated steel structure outfitted with the electromechanical systems necessary to harness the energy we generate and to control the node at sea.

We’re looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Integrated Subsystems to own the strategy, processes, and day-to-day execution needed to manufacture and test our integrated electromechanical systems at high quality and increasing volume. This is a hands-on leadership role. You will help stand up production capability from the ground up by turning new designs into buildable processes, developing tooling and test workflows, and creating the foundation for a scalable manufacturing line. You will partner closely with Design Engineering, R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, Production, and Logistics to drive smooth New Product Introduction (NPI), improve throughput, and build a system that can scale with the company.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, document, and improve manufacturing and test processes for integrated electromechanical assemblies and pressure vessels, ensuring high quality, efficiency, and safety
  • Develop or procure tooling, rigging, and lift fixtures to improve ergonomics, efficiency, safety, and quality control
  • Support quality control initiatives and establish process controls to improve yield and meet quality management system requirements. Support and or lead efforts to build production SOPs
  • Lead efforts to establish procedures for critical and heavy lift plans, and partner with production to train teams on safe execution. Define and implement safety features in production workspaces as needed
• Collaborate closely with R&D and Design Engineering teams to transition new products from design to production, focusing on design for manufacturability, testability, and traceability
• Work with supply chain and logistics teams to support inventory control processes, implement kanban systems, select key vendors, establish handling procedures, and ensure timely delivery of components.
  • Support make versus buy decisions with engineering analysis
  • Be a technical point of contact for contract manufacturing partners
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for manufacturing issues, improve yields, reduce costs, and resolve technical challenges that arise during production
• Define the manufacturing strategy and roadmap for in-house production of these assemblies, including facilities planning, equipment selection, and workflow optimization
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to execute and validate these strategies

Required Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with direct experience supporting integrated electromechanical subsystems
• Proven track record of delivering results, meeting production deadlines, and managing projects within budget
• Proficiency in design for manufacturing (DFM) and process development for complex assemblies
• Experience developing and implementing manufacturing strategies, including lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and design of experiments (DOE) for process improvement
• Experience developing or improving acceptance and test procedures, including test workflow optimization
• Working knowledge of quality management systems and production standards (e.g., ISO 9001) in an engineering and manufacturing context
• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with tooling, rigging, and lift fixture design to support safe and efficient production
• Proven experience building, leading, and mentoring engineering teams in a scaling production environment
• Experience with integrated system electrical testing and leak testing processes and procedures
• Experience with integrated system electrical checkouts for high voltage electronics and mechanical proof testing procedures
• Experience working in ESD-compliant or ISO-compliant production environments
• Experience working in both prototyping/R&D and scaled production environments

The above qualifications are desired, not required. We encourage you to apply if you are a strong candidate with only some of the desired skills and experience listed.

Compensation and Benefits:

If hired for this full-time role, you will receive:

• Cash compensation of $160,000 - $200,000
• Equity in the company. We’re all owners and if we’re successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.
• A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including:
  • Flexible paid time off
  • Health insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
  • Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents)
  • Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)
  • Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled)
  • Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA
• Relocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed).

Location:

This is an on-site position. Our offices, lab, and shop are located in Portland, Oregon.