Mechanical Technician (Temp for 3 months)

Enphase Energy•Austin, TX

5d•$30 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Enphase Energy is seeking a Mechanical Technician Temp for 3 months to support hands-on build-up, assembly, and integration of prototype solid-state transformer (SST) racks, skids, and enclosures. This is a full-time, 3-month temporary position requiring daily on-site presence at their Austin, TX facility. Candidates must be local to the Austin metro area. The primary responsibility is assembling mechanical structures, mounting components onto racks and skids, and preparing prototype hardware for engineering test and evaluation. The technician will work under the direction of the engineering team, following assembly drawings, work instructions, and verbal guidance to deliver completed, test-ready assemblies.

Requirements

Fundamental mechanical knowledge — solid understanding of mechanical fasteners, torque specifications, tolerances, fits, and basic structural concepts.
Fundamental electrical knowledge — comfortable working around electrical systems; understanding of basic electrical safety, grounding, and lockout/tagout procedures.
Associate’s degree or technical certificate in Mechanical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Manufacturing Technology, or related field; or equivalent military/trade training.
2+ years of hands-on mechanical assembly, fabrication, or technician experience in a lab, manufacturing, or prototype environment.
Local to Austin, TX — must be able to report on-site daily for the full 3-month temp duration; this is not a remote or hybrid position.
Demonstrated ability to read mechanical assembly drawings, exploded views, and BOMs, and translate them into correctly assembled hardware.
Skilled with torque wrenches, impact drivers, drill presses, band saws, grinders, taps and dies, and basic shop equipment.
Proficient with calipers, micrometers, tape measures, levels, and squares; ability to verify dimensions against drawings.
Experience operating pallet jacks, hand trucks, and hoists for moving heavy components safely.
Ability to use a multimeter, identify wire gauges, and perform simple electrical tasks such as grounding strap installation and sensor mounting.
Meticulous approach to torque specs, hardware selection, alignment, and workmanship quality.
Ability to work independently once given clear direction, and proactively flag issues to the engineering team.

Nice To Haves

Power electronics or energy equipment experience—prior experience assembling inverters, transformers, switchgear, or similar power conversion equipment.
MIG/TIG welding certification or hands-on welding experience.
Ability to navigate 3D models in SolidWorks, STEP viewer, or eDrawings to understand assembly intent.
Experience with overhead cranes, gantry cranes, chain hoists, and machinery skates for moving heavy assemblies.
Current forklift operator certification for cushion or pneumatic tire forklifts.

Responsibilities

Assemble prototype racks, equipment skids, and enclosures from engineering drawings; mount power modules, transformers, capacitor banks, heatsinks, fans, and supporting hardware onto structural frames.
Drill, tap, and fasten components using appropriate fasteners, standoffs, DIN rails, and mounting brackets per assembly drawings and torque specifications.
Perform basic cutting, bending, deburring, and fitting of sheet metal panels, brackets, and structural members using shop tools.
Mount heatsinks, cold plates, fans, ducting, and thermal interface materials per engineering specifications; ensure proper contact pressure and alignment.
Install pre-fabricated busbars, power conductors, and grounding straps per assembly drawings; perform basic bending, drilling, and insulation wrapping as needed.
Identify fit, interference, and assembly issues during builds; communicate findings to engineers and implement hands-on fixes to keep builds moving.
Receive prototype parts and materials, verify against packing lists and purchase orders, organize and stage parts for assembly.
Build mechanical test fixtures, jigs, and support structures for prototype testing including vibration, thermal, and environmental test setups.
Maintain build logs, mark up assembly drawings with as-built conditions, take build photos, and record deviations from design.
Follow all EHS procedures, maintain a clean and organized lab and shop area, and use appropriate PPE for all fabrication and assembly tasks.