Manufacturing Technician jobs in New Brunswick, NJ

Manufacturing Technician

The Company

About Ocean Power Technologies:

A pioneer in ocean-energy technology, Ocean Power Technologies’ (OPT) sustainable power generation and data capabilities with low- and no-carbon solutions allow for smarter and faster actionable insights as ocean operations become increasingly digitized. OPT provides intelligent maritime solutions and services that enable safer and more productive ocean operations for the defense and security, oil and gas, science and research, and offshore wind markets. OPT is headquartered in New Jersey, with an office in Richmond, CA. To learn more, visit www.oceanpowertechnologies.com.

The Role

You would describe yourself as a maker. Your friends and family are constantly amazed by what you build in your garage/shop. You have a demonstrated proficiency building, testing and modifying both mechanical and electrical assemblies. You are constantly tinkering with your approach to mechanical and electrical assemblies until you get it just right. When new technologies come along you run towards them with an open mind and a critical eye. You are a self-starter who can work with minimal direction; yet you know when you need to ask for help or input. You have a positive attitude, enjoy working hard, and function well under pressure within a small team.

Responsibilities

You will be part of the production and prototyping team and work closely with the engineering team to assemble, test and sea-trial autonomous boats. Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Build electrical and mechanical assemblies from both detailed (production) drawings as well as back of the envelope (prototype) drawings.

• Prepare as-built drawings, packing lists, and QC related documentation.

• Perform QC on 3rd party and in-house components as well as assemblies.

• Test electrical and mechanical assemblies.

• Assist in updates to QA program and documentation.

• Follow manufacturing best practices for the marine environment and robotic systems.

• Design, set up and maintain dedicated workstations, tools, manufacturing jigs and tools.

• Maintain, clean and organize shop, inventory and yard areas.

Required Qualifications
• Approximately 2 years of hands-on experience with mechanical and low voltage systems
• Proficiency with small hand and power tools
• Familiarity with mechanical and electrical assemblies
• Ability to work with minimal direction while knowing when to ask for input or help
• Positive and hardworking attitude; ability to function well with a team and remain calm under pressure

Desired Qualifications

• Electrical and electromechanical assembly build-out and testing
• Experience with machine tools (mill, lathe, etc.)
• Experience in TIG or MIG welding aluminum
• Associate’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, marine engineering, or a related field or the equivalent experience

Ocean Power Technologies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.