Assembly Line Technician

TAR•Odessa, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

TAR is building an off-grid power plant for data centers using renewable technologies, with a focus on delivering large-scale power quickly. The company vertically integrates hardware and software, including racking systems, power electronics, dispatch algorithms, and on-site construction. The Assembly Line Technician will build and test TAR hardware at its test site in West Texas. Working in a small crew of assemblers, machinists, and a welder, the technician will assemble racking tables, robot subassemblies, and field equipment; stage parts; install hardware; and repair equipment affected by field use. The role reports to the Manufacturing Lead. Work processes may change as the team develops improved installation sequences, fixtures, and part designs, and technician feedback will help inform production at gigawatt scale. Much of the work is hands-on and outdoors in West Texas weather.

Requirements

At least 1 year of hands-on experience in assembly, manufacturing, construction, fabrication, or a mechanical trade.
Comfort using hand and power tools, following written instructions and basic drawings, and using measurement tools such as multimeters and calipers.
Attention to detail, including checking torque, counting bolts, and identifying mistakes before work leaves the station.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical failures.
Ability to read layout drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and parts lists.

Nice To Haves

Soldering experience; fine-pitch and through-hole rework experience is a plus.
Solar installation, racking, or electrical experience.
Oilfield, pipeline, or heavy equipment experience.
Forklift or telehandler certification.
IPC J-STD-001 or IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification.

Responsibilities

Assemble racking tables, robot subassemblies, and field equipment according to drawings, work instructions, and torque specifications.
Build and test mechanical and electrical subassemblies, including wire harnesses.
Install hardware in the field, including placing plates, setting rebar, bolting and leveling assemblies, and routing ground and bonding wires under supervision.
Use hand and power tools, torque wrenches, crimpers, and measuring tools, and check completed work against specifications.
Keep tools and equipment calibrated, including torque wrenches and crimpers.
Perform functional checks, including setup, testing, and teardown, before equipment goes to the field.
Stage parts and kits and keep tools, carts, and work areas organized.
Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment after training and certification.
Flag and log problems, including parts that do not fit, ineffective steps, and issues that are slow, unsafe, or exhausting; suggest fixes when possible.
Follow site safety rules and JSAs.
Help test new processes and fixtures and provide feedback on their effectiveness.