Yotta Energy · 20 hours ago
Engineering Technician
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$0/yr - $70K/yr
1+ years expYotta Energy is transforming the energy storage industry with innovative battery solutions for commercial solar. They are seeking an Engineering Technician to support mechanical and electrical aspects of hardware development, collaborating closely with engineers and assembly teams to build and test battery systems.
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Responsibilities
Assist with creating and updating SolidWorks 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings for components used in battery modules and mechanical sub-systems
Assist with the design of production jigs, fixtures, and assembly aids that improve manufacturability, safety, and repeatability
Support OPS and production techs during battery assembly by troubleshooting mechanical issues and validating mechanical fits/tolerances
Assist with DFM (design for manufacturing) recommendations and participate in design reviews
Help execute mechanical test setups, dimensional checks, and component evaluations
Help maintain BOMs, drawing revisions, and documentation in collaboration with the engineering team
Support prototype builds, pilot runs, and continuous improvement during low-volume production
Assemble and support battery module/pack builds, including wiring harnesses, busbars, connectors, fasteners, and insulation components
Perform soldering and rework on cables, PCBs, and low-voltage harnesses
Configure electrical test setups involving power supplies, multimeters, battery top balancing stations, temperature chambers, electronic loads, and data acquisition equipment
Set up and validate sensors—thermocouples, voltage taps, current probes, and safety interlocks
Execute basic test protocols (capacity tests, cycling, thermal checks) under engineer guidance
Troubleshoot wiring errors, test setup issues, measurement inconsistencies, or hardware defects
Follow safe handling procedures for lithium-ion batteries and high-voltage systems
Work cross-functionally with hardware engineering, OPS, and quality to drive continuous improvement
Maintain a clean, organized lab and ensure proper tool and equipment use
Document test results, build notes, and configuration changes
Collaborate with suppliers to clarify drawings, tolerances, manufacturability, and part feasibility
Qualification
Required
1–4+ years of engineering technician or mechanical/electrical engineering experience (internships included)
Strong proficiency in SolidWorks (parts, assemblies, configurations, drawings, GD&T basics)
Comfortable with fabrication methods such as 3D printing, machining basics, sheet metal, or fixture building
Hands-on experience assisting with mechanical or electrical assemblies
Comfortable using calipers, torque tools, measurement equipment, and interpreting engineering drawings
Basic understanding of electrical concepts (voltage, current, polarity) and safe handling of batteries
Ability to work on the production line or in test labs, understanding basic production engineering workflows
Preferred
Experience with battery modules/packs, BMS harnessing, or electronics packaging
Experience with test equipment such as power supplies, loads, oscilloscopes, or battery cyclers
Ability to build custom cables, harnesses, or simple test fixtures
Exposure to DFM, tolerance stacks, FMEA, or similar engineering fundamentals
Familiarity with high-voltage lab safety or lithium-ion safety protocols
Experience with startups, fast-paced hardware environments, or prototyping labs
Experience designing or building fixtures/jigs for assembly
Company
Yotta Energy
Yotta is a a renewable energy storage company.
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$35.79MKey Investors
Evergy VenturesCalifornia Energy CommissionAltenergy Power System
2023-09-19Series Unknown· $8M
2022-08-30Grant· $1.23M
2022-05-02Series A· $3.5M
Leadership Team
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Ifty Hasan
Chief Technology Officer / VP Engineering
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