• Electrical Test Technician

    Aerotek (Berkeley, CA)


    Job Title: Electrical Test Technician

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dynamic Electrical Test Technician to join our Prototype & Build team. This role is integral to the development, testing, and validation of our energy storage products. As a key player in our team, you will be involved in building the electrical test infrastructure necessary for the safe and reliable evaluation of PCBAs, battery cells, modules, and system-level hardware.

    Responsibilities

    + Assemble and wire industrial control panels in accordance with UL508A standards.

    + Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings.

    + Fabricate complex wire harnesses and cable assemblies to support prototypes, test fixtures, and system integration.

    + Perform crimping, routing, labeling, and continuity verification.

    + Assemble, rework, and repair PCBAs, including through-hole and surface-mount components.

    + Execute fine-pitch SMD hand-soldering, hot-air rework, and inspection using microscopes and rework tools.

    + Support prototypes bring-up and troubleshooting alongside electrical engineers.

    + Construct and maintain electrical test fixtures, load boxes, wiring assemblies, and custom hardware used to characterize and validate battery cells, modules, and electronic subsystems.

    + Install instrumentation, sensors, power supplies, data acquisition systems, and safety interlocks as needed.

    + Support test engineers and product engineers in setting up and executing electrical tests.

    + Commission and troubleshoot completed test infrastructure systems and confirm initial mechanical functionality, including validation using associated sensor readings.

    + Document findings and testing metrics for performance traceability.

    + Offer recommendations for keeping documentation up to date.

    Essential Skills

    + 3+ years of hands-on experience as an engineering technician, electrical technician, panel builder, or similar role.

    + Strong proficiency in electrical wiring, cable harness fabrication, and panel assembly.

    + Demonstrated skill in soldering (SMD and through-hole), PCBA assembly.

    + Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, panel layouts, and mechanical drawings.

    + Familiarity with standard electrical tools, test equipment, and safety practices (DMMs, oscilloscopes, power supplies, etc.).

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience working with industrial control panels or UL508A-compliant builds.

    + Troubleshooting skills with high voltage systems.

    + Experience in bug reporting and repair.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a team dedicated to making the world better through innovative energy solutions. We offer equitable compensation, stock options, and a generous benefits package to support your well-being. Enjoy 100% coverage of employee premiums and 80% for dependents for medical, dental, and vision insurance. Benefit from a flexible Paid Time Off program and 12 weeks of paid parental bonding leave for all employees. We are committed to a 100% renewable energy future and fostering an inclusive and diverse environment.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Work in a collaborative and diverse team located in the heart of Berkeley. Our manufacturing facility is conducive to innovation and problem-solving, and the team is focused on developing solutions for energy storage. The work environment typically mirrors outdoor temperatures.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Berkeley, CA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $44.00/hr.

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

    classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

    subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

    available for this temporary role may include the following:

    • Medical, dental & vision

    • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

    • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

    • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

    • Short and long-term disability

    • Health Spending Account (HSA)

    • Transportation benefits

    • Employee Assistance Program

    • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Berkeley,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 22, 2025.

    About Aerotek:

    We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

     

    Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.