Heron Power is a startup company building cutting-edge power electronics for the 21st-century grid. We aim to debottleneck the growth of electricity generation and consumption with scalable, innovative, and less costly hardware solutions, accelerating the electrification of everything.
Our first goal is to build better converters (inverters & rectifiers) to connect large-scale renewables, storage, and loads to the grid. Heron Power’s leadership team is made up of seasoned veterans who have designed and shipped gigawatts of power conversion products over the past decade.
We understand that no one individual knows everything. We will all learn a lot together and from each other. We strive to build a collaborative, enriching environment conducive to personal, technical, and career growth. You can expect to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, driven by first principles engineering, solving difficult problems.
As a manufacturing engineer, you will oversee all aspects of manufacturing process, equipment, and line design, from prototype builds to mass production. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (design, test, operations, and quality) to ensure the manufacturability of the product and efficiency of production. You will design and deploy assembly lines, and enable the production team to achieve target throughput and yield.
Collaborate on product design with mechanical and electrical engineering teams, providing design for manufacturing (DFM) feedback and manufacturability at high volumes
Develop manufacturing processes and ensure process capability through PFMEA
Design and / or source equipment for all levels of product builds, from prototype through production
Develop line concept and layout for all build phases achieving labor, capex, density, throughput, and ergonomic goals
Work closely with suppliers to spec, source, value engineer, and commission all equipment
Perform hands-on work manufacturing prototypes and setting up manufacturing lines
Establish manufacturing instructions and train technicians
Troubleshoot and resolve problems on the assembly line
Achieve and maintain targets for throughput and yield
We have a short list of must-have requirements. We prioritize a strong grip on first principles, hands-on skills, and a sense of initiative. Domain-specific knowledge and experience will help determine the career level for each hire.
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, or similar
3+ years of experience working with high-volume manufacturing of electromechanical assemblies
3+ years of experience working with 2D and 3D CAD (bonus if experience with CATIA V6/3DX)
Strong engineering fundamentals including a basic understanding of electronics
Experience with high volume manufacturing processes such as fastening, dispensing, thermal processes, laser welding, material handling, and inspection systems
Experience designing fixtures, assembly stations, and manufacturing line layout
Experience working with manufacturing equipment integrators
Willingness to work in a hands-on role
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Experience with PCBAs, connectors, electrical joints, fuses, and other electronic components
Experience with GD&T and tolerance analysis
Experience programming manufacturing equipment
Experience completing PFMEAs
Experience with medium voltage (34.5kV) or grid-related products, such as converters, switchgear, circuit breakers, insulation, and shielding
If you are passionate about technology and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you. Join us in accelerating the electrification of everything at Heron Power.
Heron Power provides competitive compensation (salary and equity) and benefits. The salary for this role ranges from $120,000 to $220,000 per year.
