Assembler and Technician - Mechanical

About Us:
Sapphire Technologies delivers power and cooling to energy infrastructure. Our FreeSpin® In-line Turboexpander recovers the energy wasted when high-pressure gas is stepped down, converting it into clean electricity and low-temperature cooling. To better serve our customers in the data center industry, we are now expanding our high-speed turbomachinery offerings into oil-free compressors for chilling applications.

Our hands-on engineering team takes products from concept to field deployment, with work spanning rotating machinery, power electronics, controls, and systems integration.

We are a mission-driven organization with one common goal: building a more sustainable world. Our employees are our biggest asset, and we are looking for change agents to join us on our journey.

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for assembling high-speed motor / generator turbomachinery equipment to support the operation of a Turboexpander Generator.  The job will require fabrication, mechanical & electrical assembly, and some testing in accordance with applicable drawings, schematics, specifications, and process instructions for production and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble high precision motor, generator and turbo machinery equipment components and system.
  
• Execute some test operations with engineering instruction and document results
  
• Route wires, assemble, and install electrical and electronic components.
  
• Follow assembly instructions, prints, and specifications to determine component parts and assembly sequences of electromechanical parts.
  
• Read schematics and drawings of electrical systems for the purpose of connecting sensor and actuator wires.
  
• Manufacture custom wiring harness to fit equipment.
  
• Route, comb, twist, tie wrap, and attach wire to terminal points, according to layout, using soldering gun and hand tools.
  
• Position, align and adjust parts for proper fit and assembly.
  
• Fabricate, form, and assemble parts, according to specifications, using drills, calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, height gages, cutters, and saws.
  
• Logging in to proper sequences according to routing/traveler
  
• Ability to use hand and power tools, as well as operate forklifts and cranes.
  
• Field support to assist in commissioning and troubleshooting as required.
  
• Follow all safety procedures in handling equipment and machines.
  
• Follow the company safety policy to wear safety glasses & shoes when required.
  

Base Pay Range:
The information below is a general guideline. Actual compensation depends on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, as well as market and business factors.

Salary range: $24.55/hour - $33.21/hour

Requirements

Required Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
  
• 3+ years manufacturing experience.
  
• Must be able to read and understand mechanical & electrical drawings.
  
• Ability to manage time & work well under pressure.
  
• Attention to detail is a must; perform all tasks with a high level of accuracy.
  
• Good problem-solving skills.
  
• Team player with good communication skills
  
• Additional computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience mechanically assembling machinery
  
• Machining or grinding experience with an understanding of precision part tolerances.
  
• Experience with AC-DC conversion equipment and motor drives
  
• Experience in a clean energy company
  
• Experience working in a small to mid-size company where the efforts of one or two individuals are very impactful.
  

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Candidate must be able to travel up to 5% of the time to support field operations as necessary. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. Eligible team members receive paid vacation, paid sick time, comprehensive health benefits, and participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Additional Information:
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow other instructions and perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor. Management reserves the right to change, rescind, add, or delete the duties and responsibilities of positions within this job classification at any time.

Sapphire Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, and benefits.