Wildcat Discovery Technologies · 8 hours ago
Mechanical Engineering Technician
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$29/hr - $35/hr
1+ years expWildcat Discovery Technologies is dedicated to becoming the leader in battery material development and supply. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician to support the development of custom research equipment for next generation batteries, working closely with scientists and engineers in a fast-paced environment.
Clean EnergyCleanTechEnergyProduct Design
Responsibilities
Perform routine maintenance tasks around shop & lab on equipment such as: vacuum pumps, robotic research tools, recirculating water chillers, centrifuges and general lab facilities
Mechanical assembly of custom research components
Handle post processing of machined components (deliver or ship components for anodize, laser engraving, electropolish)
Maintain organization of general shop tools and hardware inventory
Place orders for hardware when inventory runs low
Hands-on fabrication as needed: drill & tap holes, use of belt sander and hydraulic press
Report problems, issues and unexpected observations timely
Meet timelines and deadlines consistently
Qualification
Required
Basic hands-on fabrication experience: comfortable using drill press, belt sander, hydraulic press, tapping threaded holes, experience with rosebud torch desirable
Ability to perform maintenance on mechanical systems: disassemble equipment, identify and replace worn components, reassemble and test
Comfortable working on roof of building to perform maintenance on lab exhaust system
Ability to document new assembly procedures using Microsoft Word
Ability to follow equipment manuals to perform preventative maintenance tasks
Ability to communicate and work effectively and cooperatively with lab technicians, lab manager, engineers, research associates and scientists
Ability to organize inventory of nuts, bolts, fittings, etc. and to maintain cleanliness of work areas
Respect others in the workplace with a professional attitude; be considerate of others with housekeeping, shared equipment; provide a safe working environment for others
Meet timelines and deadlines consistently
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree preferred
Experience as a CNC machine operator desirable
Company
Wildcat Discovery Technologies
Wildcat Discovery Technologies is a developer of materials for the use in batteries.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$164.9MKey Investors
Koch Strategic Platforms
2025-10-28Series Unknown· $4.9M
2022-07-13Series D· $90M
2021-11-10Private Equity· $50M
Leadership Team
Mark Gresser
President & CEO
Dee Strand
Chief Scientific Officer
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