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 take 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 the Power Electronics, which includes
the Variable Speed Drive (VSD) and Brake Resistor, to support the operation of
a Turboexpander Generator. The job will
require fabrication, assembly, and some testing of the Power Electronics in
accordance with applicable drawings, schematics, specifications, and process
instruction for production and development.
Key Responsibilities:
- 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.
- Analyze
schematics and drawings of electrical systems for the purpose of determining
the efficiency and safety of the installation.
- Inspect,
test and adjust completed units to ensure that units meet specifications,
tolerances and customer order requirement.
- Diagnose causes of
electrical problems or failures for the purpose of identifying equipment
repairs.
- Manufacture custom
wiring harness to fit equipment.
- Cut wire and or cable to
specified lengths and terminate to components.
- Crimp terminal and lugs
to wire ends, using hand or machine crimping device.
- Route, comb, twist, tie
wrap, and attach wire to terminal points, according to layout, using soldering
gun and hand tools.
- Use
testing devices such as ohm meters, voltmeters, and ammeters.
- Conduct functional and
continuity tests of electrical assemblies, components, wire harness and plugs,
using ohmmeter, test lights and other electrical testing instruments.
- Connect wiring to
accessories, such as relays, circuit breakers, connectors, switches, circuit
breakers, buss panels and reconnection boards.
- Drill, tap, ream,
countersink, and spot-face bolt holes in parts, using drill presses and
portable power drills.
- Position, align and
adjust parts for proper fit and assembly.
- Fabricate
and form parts, coils, and structures according to specifications, using
drills, calipers, cutters, and saws.
- Ability to use hand and
power tools, as well as operate forklifts and cranes.
- Follow
all safety procedures in handling equipment and machines.
- Field
support to assist in troubleshooting and commissioning, as needed.
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
- 2+ years electrical manufacturing
experience
- Must be able to read and
understand electrical schematics.
- 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:
- Hands-on
experience with variable frequency drives is a benefit
- 2 years soldering experience.
- Experience
with RS-232/485 communication and MODBUS protocols
- 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.
Work
Environment:
This role
is an on-site role in a manufacturing facility. Appropriate personal protective
equipment and adherence to site safety requirements are mandatory.
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.