Equipment Engineer

Amperesand • Reno, NV

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Amperesand is reinventing how the world powers its most critical systems. We are facing a once-in-a-generation opportunity for infrastructure disruption. Electricity demand is skyrocketing, driven by AI factories, electric vehicles, and modern industrial growth. Energy supply is shifting to incorporate a more diverse mix of resources – including solar, gas, and batteries – at a massive scale. And yet the power infrastructure behind our latest mega-projects hasn’t meaningfully changed in nearly 100 years. Supply chains for today’s infrastructure equipment can’t match the pace and sophistication of critical energy projects. Amperesand is building hardware and software that rewrites this broken power infrastructure playbook to support a new era of energy abundance. We’ve built a new class of intelligent, software-defined power infrastructure products leveraging a decade of advanced medium voltage Solid State Transformer research that’s now ready for commercial deployment. Our products and solutions go far beyond the capabilities of traditional electrical equipment. We make power systems that are faster to deploy, dramatically smaller and more efficient, and capable of supporting modern, dynamic energy needs for tomorrow’s most demanding energy consumers. Scalable in-house advanced manufacturing capability is our foundation for meeting timeline and quality expectation to serve infrastructure customers around the world. Amperesand is led by breakthrough energy hardware development veterans and funded by top tier investors who share our vision of building a category-defining energy technology company. With hubs in San Francisco, Reno, and Singapore, our global team is laser focused on building foundational technology to solve the most pressing problems in power infrastructure at scale. Join us in building the power foundation of the future!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in an automated, high-volume manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated success improving OEE through structured root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
• Proficiency in structured problem-solving methodologies such as DMAIC, 5 Whys, 8D, or Ishikawa
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
• Experience with data collection and analysis for equipment performance and process development
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects and support 24/7 operations during escalations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience programming, troubleshooting, and optimizing Fanuc or equivalent 6-axis robots
• Familiarity with safety control devices, safety PLC logic, and functional safety standards
• Experience developing or improving HMIs using platforms such as Ignition, FactoryTalk, TIA Portal, or similar tools
• Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, or Creo for equipment modifications and fixture design
• Knowledge of GD&T and its impact on equipment interfaces and tooling
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and electronic schematics for equipment diagnosis
• Experience in power electronics or electromechanical assembly within energy, automotive, aerospace, or consumer electronics manufacturing
• Experience with MES, SCADA, or equipment data platforms for equipment monitoring and analysis
• Creative problem-solving mindset with a focus on faster, better, and more cost-effective solutions

Responsibilities

• Support production operations across shifts, including remote or onsite escalation response as needed to minimize downtime
• Troubleshoot equipment failures quickly and accurately, identifying root causes across electrical, mechanical, controls, and network domains, and implement sustainable corrective actions
• Provide hands-on support and mentorship to maintenance technicians during extended downtime situations
• Troubleshoot industrial robots used for material handling, assembly, and dispense applications
• Diagnose recurring equipment failures and develop mitigation strategies to reduce their frequency, severity, and production impact
• Own station-level and line-level OEE metrics, present performance data to engineering and operations stakeholders, and lead continuous improvement efforts to drive measurable gains
• Lead equipment upgrades, retrofits, and repairs with a focus on reliability, serviceability, process capability, and design intent
• Create, propose, and implement standard operating procedures for equipment within your area of ownership
• Identify and execute continuous improvement projects focused on cycle time reduction, yield improvement, and increased equipment utilization
• Maintain comprehensive equipment documentation and participate in Engineering Change Management processes

Benefits

• Competitive Salary + Incentive Stock Options
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits for employees and their dependents, effective from the start of hire
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401k retirement savings plan through Empower
• Employees receive paid time off (PTO), paid sick days, and paid company holidays
• Commuter Benefits
• 100% paid maternal leave (12 weeks) and paternal leave (6 weeks)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level