Electrical Engineering Technician

About the Role

At Torus, the distance between a new idea and a working system runs directly through this role. As an Electrical Engineering Technician, you turn engineering concepts into physical reality — wiring prototypes, assembling flywheels and battery storage systems, and building the custom fixtures that make production possible. When the engineering team needs to move fast, your skill and judgment are what keep pace. The energy infrastructure Torus is building will serve communities into the future, and it starts with people who can pick up a schematic, grab the tools, and make it work.

• Work with engineers to bring new designs and prototypes to life
• Wire custom prototypes and early production builds
• Hands on assembly and disassembly of Flywheels and Commercial Battery Storage products
• Work with manufacturing and service teams to produce and build custom fixtures for assembly or repair
• Work closely with the engineering team to accelerate the pace of design

Required Experience

• 4-10+ years electrical technician/electrician experience
• A passion and track record of building/wiring/servicing/troubleshooting electrical systems
• Strengths in din rail wiring, soldering PCB’s and using measurement equipment (DMM, oscilloscope, etc.)
• Understands basic electrical theory, safe practices and is proficient at interpreting schematics
• Experience working to timelines and communicating with the team
• Hands on problem solver

Preferred Experience

• Mechanical training and/or related experience
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical 
• Complex electro/mechanical assembly

Additional Details

Background Check All candidates are subject to a background check.

Location + Travel The role is onsite based at GigaOne, our Salt Lake City warehouse (air-conditioned and non air-conditioned areas). May require occasional onsite work in South Salt Lake warehouse and/or Springville R&D center (air-conditioned and non air-conditioned).
Schedule Full-Time, Hourly

Compensation $25.00 - 40/hour  (Note: We have the flexibility to hire at different levels, which may impact the  corresponding pay range.)

Work Authorization Applicants must already have the legal authorization to work in the US without requiring any employer sponsorship.

Physical Requirements 

• Must have the ability to safely lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs. 
• Must be capable of standing, bending, and executing repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to read, identify, observe and recognize details, color-coding and fine print at close range on associated engineering drawings.
• Ability to don personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to, respiratory protective equipment with proper seal, coveralls, ear protection, gloves, eye protection & safety helmet. 
• Ability to observe, detect and respond to audible and visual machine malfunction warnings.
• Ability to communicate information so others can understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Must report to work reliably and with the ability to use full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute your job.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required.

Our Benefits and Perks

Benefits eligibility is based on employment status.

Financial

• Employee Rewards Package including equity
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Torus paid life and AD&D Insurance with options to purchase additional coverage
• Voluntary short- and long-term disability insurance

Health & Wellness

• Health Benefits Package: Choice between traditional PPO or HSA-eligible medical plans with Torus covering 50% of medical premiums; Dental insurance; and Vision insurance
• Plan participants have access to telehealth services, mental health support and coaching, and exclusive discounts on brands, dining, entertainment, and more.

Time Off

• Unlimited discretionary PTO or 10 days annual PTO
• 10 paid company holidays
• Waiting period-free 100% paid parental leave

Culture & Community

• Regular company-wide offsites to showcase our progress and learnings. A time to step back, think strategically, and work on the business together.
• Team members receive Torus branded gear
• Peer Recognition Program
• Fully stocked break rooms with free snacks and drinks. Because great work deserves great fuel.

Torus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Torus participates in E-Verify. Once you accept a job offer, we will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from your Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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