Viridi Parente is a disruptive energy company. We deliver solutions to tomorrow’s problems, today. We develop and manufacture battery pack technology for mobile and energy storage applications. We deliver customer-focused solutions, blending environmentally conscious products with a bottom-line mentality. Viridi is a fast-growing startup environment with an eye towards a sustainable future by bringing clean energy products to the market.
The Role:
The Electrical Technician performs electrical inspection, functional testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of battery energy storage products and associated electrical assemblies and telematics equipment. This role verifies that manufactured equipment meets approved engineering specifications, test procedures, quality requirements, and safety standards before release. This role also includes prototype assembly and testing of various systems.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Execute documented electrical test and final acceptance procedures on battery packs, BESS units, control panels, and related assemblies.
- Measure and verify AC/DC voltage, current, continuity, grounding/bonding, insulation resistance, and electrical functionality using approved methods and equipment.
- Power up and commission completed systems; load or verify approved firmware, software, and configuration parameters for inverters, BMS, PLCs, and associated controllers.
- Validate operating modes, alarms, interlocks, emergency-stop functions, protective devices, and communication interfaces against applicable test requirements.
- Build and troubleshoot wiring, components, controls, and communication issues using electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and diagnostic tools; coordinate resolution with engineering and manufacturing.
- Record test data, defects, corrective actions, and final results in production travelers, test reports, and nonconformance records; escalate failed or unsafe conditions.
- Inspect electrical workmanship and verify assemblies conform to released drawings, bills of materials, and established quality criteria.
- Confirm test instruments are appropriate, in calibration, and used in accordance with approved procedures.
- Identify recurring failures and recommend improvements to test coverage, manufacturing processes, and product reliability.
- Manage inventory including receiving, incoming inspection, and shipping
- Electronic assembly including soldering PCBA’s and wire harness.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, engineering, and service teams; support rework verification and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain safe, clean, organized test areas and perform other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
- Associate degree in electrical technology, electronics, engineering technology, or a related technical discipline preferred; equivalent relevant experience considered.
- Experience in electrical testing, industrial equipment commissioning, manufacturing test, or electrical troubleshooting required; battery energy storage or power electronics experience preferred.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and test procedures.
- Proficiency with digital multimeters, clamp meters, insulation resistance testers, and other electrical diagnostic equipment.
- Experience with electronic assembly, including soldering PCBA’s and wire harness.
- Working knowledge of AC/DC electrical systems, three-phase power, protective devices, industrial controls, and basic network/communication troubleshooting.
- Ability to document results accurately, analyze failures, and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong computer, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills; ability to work effectively across departments.
- Ability to follow electrical safety practices, lockout/tagout requirements, PPE requirements, and established energized-work restrictions.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged standing and walking in a manufacturing and test environment.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.
- Visual acuity sufficient for reading instruments, wiring identification, and inspection tasks, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.
Working Conditions:
- Climate-controlled indoor space.
- Exposure to outside elements when walking to and from buildings.
- Noise levels are usually low to moderate.
- Possible prolonged exposure to electrical Hazards and heavy equipment.
Salary:
- $28 - $32/hour, depending on experience and qualifications