Archer56
Lead Powertrain (EPS) Manufacturing Technician
San Jose, California, United States. Posted 4 months ago
The role
You will execute high-precision developmental and production builds of electric powertrain hardware. You will lead by technical example, troubleshoot complex electromechanical assemblies, and collaborate with engineering to validate build documentation.
What you will do
- Assemble complex electric powertrain hardware across parallel workflows
- Act as a technical subject-matter expert and support peer onboarding
- Build, fit, and integrate electric propulsion components using precision tools
- Troubleshoot and diagnose build disruptions using schematics and CAD models
- Maintain traceability and process integrity for parts and build records
- Collaborate with manufacturing and quality engineering to validate documentation
- Conduct detailed inspections and dimensional verification using metrology tools
Required qualifications
- Associate’s Degree or equivalent industry experience
- 5+ years of electromechanical manufacturing/assembly experience
- 3+ years focused on Electric Vehicle (EV) powertrains, electric motors, high-voltage battery systems, or complex electromechanical assemblies
- Experience in NPI, R&D, prototype, or early-stage manufacturing environments
- Proficiency reading electrical wiring diagrams, schematics, engineering drawings, and GD&T specifications
- Familiarity working within cleanroom, clean-manufacturing, or ESD-controlled environments
- Ability to track components and document build deviations
- Ability to work standard daytime hours with flexibility to transition to swing/off-shift schedules
- Understanding of 5S methodologies and electrical and industrial safety protocols (LOTO, Arc Flash awareness)
Nice to have
- Active IPC certifications (IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, or J-STD-001)
- Hands-on experience with stator winding, rotor balancing, or inverter sub-assembly
- Experience utilizing SAP, MES, or modern production/inventory tracking ERP systems
- Prior experience mentoring technicians or serving as an informal trainer/lead
Before you apply
- Employment is contingent on successful passage of a background check
- Subject to pre-employment and random drug screening
- Certain positions may be eligible for visa sponsorship
About the company
Archer is a leader in the next-gen aerospace sector building an end-to-end advanced air mobility platform. The company delivers air taxis, unmanned aircraft systems, and aviation-related physical artificial intelligence solutions.