Electrical & Instrument Technician

Founded to enable the coming electrification of everything, Group14 is the largest commercial manufacturer and supplier of silicon battery technology, elevating performance for every type of battery application. With headquarters in Seattle and Woodinville, WA, Group14 enables battery manufacturers and world-leading OEMs in automotive, consumer electronics, and beyond to achieve transformational milestones for a more sustainable future.

Backed by notable strategic investors and customers such as Porsche AG, Amperex Technology Limited (ATL), BASF, Resonac, and SK Inc, Group14 recently raised a $614 million Series C round and secured an additional $100 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to scale its technology.

WE'RE ON A QUEST TO ELECTRIFY THE WORLD

The electrification of everything starts with amazing people. We believe that a more sustainably powered world requires solutions for today, not years from now. The passion, collaboration, perseverance, and bravery of our team continually inspires us to push beyond the conventional to deliver the truly incredible with everything we do.

Group14’s dedication to meeting the battery demands of today through lithium-silicon battery innovation and scalable commercial manufacturing processes are what differentiates us and makes us a reliable partner. Recognized by the Department of Energy for its novel, drop-in ready nanomaterials and reliable industrial-scale process, Group14 serves the global transition to an all-electric future.

**This position is eligible for relocation assistance for candidates outside the Moses Lake area**

The Industrial Electrical & Instrument Technician supports Plant Operations with electrical, instruments, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of process operations and facility equipment with an additional focus on predictive and preventative maintenance.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

-Interpret technical drawings and procedures to aid in troubleshooting and repair of most electrical, instruments and control system equipment.
-Ensure daily maintenance and repair activities are tracked/logged and performed safely and in a timely manner and closed out effectively.
-Operate and maintain a variety of test equipment using established procedures.
-Interface with operators and engineers to understand and find “root cause” of equipment problems and hazards in need of service, repair and/or replacement of components, communicate those options/suggestions and propose fixes and improvement ideas to pertinent technical staff.
-Repair, maintain, and install electrical systems and equipment such as motors, drives, wiring and associated devices.
-Diagnose the cause of electrical or mechanical malfunction or failure of operational equipment and perform corrective and preventative maintenance.
-Review and update loop diagrams and specification sheets as required.
-Participate in new installations and modifications to existing equipment.
-Maintain proficiency in electrical troubleshooting; high volt, low volt and controls circuits.
-Must be able to identify and specify materials and procedures required for repair and/or rebuilding of manufacturing equipment.

-Assist in developing, executing, and expanding a Predictive and Preventive Maintenance program and support tracking systems with predictive maintenance practices, while being flexible to cover emergency maintenance.
-Participates in design reviews, Root Cause Analyses (RCAs) and the management of change (MOC) process.
-Serve as an “on-call” technician during off-hours, weekends and holidays as part of the call out rotation to perform limited troubleshooting and repair mechanical equipment.
-Learn and follow plant procedures and safety regulations.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

-Requires a minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent and 3 to 5 years' related experience or equivalent combination of industrial maintenance experience and education.
-Must be capable of effectively interfacing with other departments/personnel for the purpose of developing and/or supplying information to ascertain and achieve processing requirements.
-Understanding of Predictive Preventive Maintenance programs.
-Understanding of LOTO.
-Working knowledge of Parker, Allen Bradley, and Siemens AC variable frequency drives, PLCs and associated protocols is a plus.
-Must be able to read, follow and identify components depicted on schematics and engineered drawings.
-Must be able to operate forklift and aerial lift platforms to work at heights up to 26 feet on a limited basis, 14 feet on average when needed.
-Must be able to handle physical heavy lifting of materials/tools up to 75 pounds. Heavier materials may require assistance.
-Capable of wearing respiratory protection as required.
-Looking for good general mechanical aptitude and experience with; HVAC, IR-thermal, ultrasound, vibration, baker testing, instrument calibration, electrical license, controls, UPS, and robotics.

GROUP14 OFFERS COMPELLING BENEFITS:

-Medical, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability insurance

-Benefits are 100% paid for by the company for employees (80% for dependents)

-Paid time off

-401(k) with company match

-Stock options

GROUP14 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We love creating opportunities for others by connecting people from widely diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and geographies. So, being diverse and inclusive isn’t just something we strive for, it is who we are, and part of what we do each and every single day. We want to ensure that as an employee, you feel Group14 is a place where, no matter who you are, you feel safe, included, and that you have the opportunity to bring your unique self to work.

Please note: We are not able to accommodate candidates in need of work sponsorship at this time.

The base hourly range for this position is $30/hr - $50/hr. All positions come with a company bonus and stock options. The actual base pay offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, the applicant’s qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the position is located.

NOTICE TO STAFFING AGENCIES AND SEARCH FIRMS

Group14 does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submittals from staffing agencies and search firms. Any resumes or candidate submittals sent to our careers site (directly or via job boards) or directly to Group14 employees will not be eligible for any placement fee, and the resume/candidate will be added to our database for direct recruitment.

Group14 only assigns positions to staffing agencies and search firms who are pre-approved by HR and that we have a current agreement with. Not all positions are eligible for a placement fee.