Electrical Technician

Electrical Technician

Los Angeles

Production /

Full-time /

On-site

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Hgen''s mission is to achieve a clean and renewable energy future through providing foundational molecules for critical industries. By enabling cheap and abundant clean hydrogen, Hgen aims to help decarbonize the more than 10% of global emissions that are best addressed with hydrogen. Learn more about why clean hydrogen is critical for achieving zero-emissions.

Description

As an Electrical Technician, you will play a crucial role in building the prototypes and test stands that form the backbone of our cutting-edge hydrogen production technology. You will use your hands-on skills to integrate power and controls panels, and wire instrumentation, heaters, and motors. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative startup environment, where your contributions will have a direct impact on the development and scaling of breakthrough clean energy technology.

Responsibilities

• Build and integrate electrical systems - including panels, power cables, busbars, and conduit - into the electrolyzer system and balance of plant

• Land field instrumentation and PLC IO using shielded cable, and perform loop checks to verify each point end to end

• Wire instrumentation, heater, and motors according to manufacturing specifications and internal wiring diagrams

• Diagnose and repair any electrical issues, ensuring that all systems operate safely and efficiently

• Work closely with engineers to understand design requirements and ensure that builds meet technical specifications and safety standards

• Accurately record build processes, modifications, nonconformances, and test results to support traceability and improvements to system design and production processes

• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 2+ years of experience in electronics assembly, test, maintenance, or similar roles

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted

• Able to work on-site in Hawthorne, CA

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience with Class I Div 2 wiring methods, including seal-offs and nonincendive field wiring

• NFPA 70E training, and familiarity with loop calibrators, terminal schedules, and IO lists

• Experience with terminating wires into terminals and control equipment for high and low power AC and DC systems

• Ability to program VFDs, process controllers, and instrumentation

• Familiarity with lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) procedures and the ability to work safely around high voltage equipment

• Proficiency in bending, routing, and fishing conduit lines

• Familiarity with reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics/diagrams, work instructions, and technical documents

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems

Professional Qualities

• Strong attention to detail and diligent in following work instructions

• Commitment and pride in high-quality workmanship

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate closely with engineers and other team members

• Curiosity into the system design and operation

• Enthusiasm for hands-on work and a passion for contributing to the development of clean energy technology

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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