Job Title: Electro-Mechanical Build Technician

Job Description

The Electro-Mechanical Build Technician plays a critical role in setting up automated manufacturing lines and in the assembly, testing, and validation of electrical and mechanical components that support advanced fusion energy systems. This position supports both engineering and delivery teams, ensuring that complex electromechanical equipment operates reliably and efficiently. The role requires strong hands-on technical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a proactive approach to building, maintaining, and improving cutting-edge manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the assembly, installation, and maintenance of fusion systems and related automated manufacturing equipment.
• Support the setup of automated manufacturing lines by installing equipment, facilities, storage, and supporting infrastructure.
• Receive deliveries, inspect incoming equipment and supplies, and maintain accurate inventory control of manufacturing materials and components.
• Perform rapid prototyping for fusion technology applications, using appropriate tools and equipment to build and refine mechanical and electromechanical assemblies.
• Support the engineering team during the design, development, and testing phases of the fusion system by assembling prototypes, executing test plans, and providing feedback on design improvements.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and optimize complex electromechanical and automated systems to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
• Interpret and work from CAD models, technical drawings, schematics, diagrams, and blueprints to build and assemble systems accurately.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including electrical, mechanical, software, and manufacturing engineers, to ensure proper systems integration and overall effectiveness.
• Draft, review, and finalize standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety procedures, and other technical documentation to support consistent and safe operations.
• Maintain the manufacturing environment using 5S principles, ensuring that all tools, equipment, and workspaces remain clean, safe, organized, and ready for use.
• Operate machine shop tools such as lathes, mills, CNC machines, and drill presses to fabricate and modify parts as needed for system builds and maintenance.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to assemble, install, and service equipment and components.
• Operate a forklift and other material-handling equipment, once appropriately certified, to move and position heavy equipment and materials.
• Comply with all applicable safety and regulatory requirements, including ISO standards and relevant state and federal regulations, as well as internal company policies.
• Contribute to building out the manufacturing team by supporting interviewing, onboarding, and training of other technicians, as needed, to scale operations.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a technician in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
• At least 1 year of experience using CAD software and technical drawings for viewing and interpreting design schematics.
• At least 2 years of experience troubleshooting complex electromechanical systems in a production or industrial setting.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret schematics, diagrams, blueprints, and other technical documentation.
• Hands-on experience working with electromechanical and automated systems in a manufacturing context.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and diagnosing issues in electromechanical and automated equipment, including mechanical, electrical, and control-related problems.
• Ability to use CAD tools to review designs, understand system layouts, and support accurate assembly and integration.
• Experience working safely and effectively with hand tools and power tools in a manufacturing or shop environment.
• Familiarity with operating in a structured manufacturing environment, including adherence to procedures, documentation, and quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to follow complex instructions and ensure high-quality assembly and installation work.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with engineers, technicians, and other team members across multiple disciplines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to obtain or current possession of a driving certification for forklift operation.
• Experience with automation equipment and automated manufacturing processes.
• Experience setting up a new manufacturing facility, ideally in a startup or fast-growing environment.
• Experience owning and mastering machine shop tools, particularly lathes, mills, CNC machines, and drill presses.
• Experience building out a technical team, including interviewing, hiring, and training other technicians.
• Familiarity with 5S or similar lean manufacturing principles to maintain an organized and efficient workspace.
• Understanding of ISO standards and other relevant regulatory frameworks applicable to manufacturing environments.
• Comfort working with advanced fusion, hard-tech, or other complex industrial technologies is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and willingness to iterate quickly in a rapidly evolving engineering environment.

Work Environment

This role is based in a high-growth, advanced manufacturing and fusion technology environment dedicated to developing abundant, affordable, clean energy. Founded in 2023, the organization is rapidly designing and constructing a pulsed magnetic fusion system intended to achieve net facility gain, producing more fusion energy output than the energy stored going in. The team is simultaneously building the critical components required to make fusion systems scalable and cost-effective. The workplace brings together a world-class team of scientists, engineers, technicians, and operators from fusion, hard-tech, and advanced manufacturing fields, all united by a mission to deliver clean power to the world and address the dual challenges of climate change and rising global energy demand. You will work around automated manufacturing lines, fusion system components, and a variety of electromechanical equipment, including machine shop tools such as lathes, mills, CNC machines, and drill presses, as well as hand tools and power tools. Forklifts and other material-handling equipment are used to move heavy components and machinery. The environment emphasizes safety, adherence to ISO and regulatory standards, and disciplined application of 5S principles to keep work areas clean, organized, and efficient. The culture values collaboration, innovation, and hands-on problem solving, offering industry-competitive total compensation and benefits, including an equity plan, 401(k) matching, generous paid time off (including sick leave, vacation, and paid family leave), and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Los Lunas, NM.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $79000.00 - $115000.00/yr.

Industry-competitive salary Equity plan 6% employer 401k matching Generous paid time off (including sick leave, vacation, paid family leave) Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Los Lunas,NM.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 1, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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Skills:
Alternative Energy, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Assembly Line, Automation, Blueprints, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CNC Milling Machine, Candidate Screening, Climate Change, Communication Skills, Corporate Policies, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Documentation Standards, Drilling Equipment, Electrical Components, Electricity, Electromechanical Assembly, Electromechanical Systems, Electromechanics, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Federal Laws and Regulations, Forklift, Genetics, Hand Tools, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Housekeeping/Cleaning, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Identify Issues, Inventory Management, Lathe, Lean Manufacturing, Machine Tool, Machining, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Equipment, Manufacturing Systems, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mechanical Assembly, Onboarding, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Production Systems, Productivity Management, Prototyping, Quality Metrics, Rapid Prototyping, Receiving Inspection, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Safety Compliance, Safety Process, Schematics, Software Engineering, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Startup, State Laws and Regulations, System Integration (SI), Systems Maintenance, Systems Scalability, Team Player, Technical Drawing, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Truck Driver, Validation Testing

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