Smart Wires provides advanced power flow control solutions and analytics that enable controllable power systems. This gives grid operators more control over where power flows and helps them use their existing networks more efficiently. Our solutions support system reliability, reduce congestion, and make it easier to integrate new load and generation while minimizing costs and community disruption. We collaborate with customers to achieve their strategic objectives and help them face an uncertain energy future with flexible, high-impact solutions. 

Position Summary

We are seeking a Testing Technician to join our Global Testing Team with a focus on continually improving our released products and identifying opportunities to improve future products. This role will provide engineering support to ensure the highest level of technical service to internal and external customers. This role reports directly to the Director of Sustaining Engineering.

The ideal candidate is optimistic, energetic, and an excellent communicator who can thrive when working as part of a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary team! The ideal candidate has a background in electrical engineering and experience with forensic investigation and analysis of complex field issues.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic investigation and analysis in electronic circuits and equipment.
• Work closely with engineers conducting forensic analysis and root cause investigations.
• Perform changes and modifications to electronic systems to address issues.
• Collaborate with engineers in refining and optimizing electronic designs based on prototype performance.
• Construct and assemble electronic circuits and systems based on engineering designs and specifications.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation of electronic systems, including schematics, assembly procedures, and testing protocol.
• Maintain and support the development of Troubleshooting Guides
• Participate in team meetings to provide insights into the feasibility and practicality of electronic designs.
• Set up, Operating, Maintaining High Current Test Systems

Required Skills and Experience

• Associate degree or certification in electronics, electrical engineering technology, or a related field.
• 2+ years of relevant industry experience
• Proven experience as an electronic engineering technician or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of electronic circuits, components, and systems.
• Proficiency in using electronic testing equipment and tools.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Ability to work with various internal and external technical stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to details
• Strong organization and documentation abilities.
• Self-motivated and willing to take initiative.
• Familiarity with PPE and Safety in the Workplace
• The role involves hands-on work in a lab and manufacturing environment, including moving and positioning equipment and materials weighing up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to use hand and power tools

Desired Skills and Experience

• Familiarity with working with High Voltage test equipment and set ups
• Knowledge of programming languages relevant to electronic systems.
• Familiarity with CAD software for electronic design.
• Six Sigma experience
• Experience in working with offshore teams.

Location

This is an onsite position based at our headquarters in Durham, North Carolina.

Travel Requirements

Minimum travel to domestically and internationally. 

Benefits

At Smart Wires, we strive to foster an inclusive and supportive environment that focuses on our employees’ total wellbeing, and our benefit offerings reflect that commitment to our people. 

We offer: 

• Flexible PTO  
• Paid parental leave to support you and your family. 
• Competitive total compensation packages that includes salary, bonus and equity. 
• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

The Culture

We are passionate about creating a culture that empowers our team to create positive change for everyone and achieve their full potential, based on our core values: 

Making an impact - We are passionate and ambitious about a better future for everyone. We are laser-focused on creating a meaningful, positive impact with real change for our customers, our industry, electricity consumers, and the planet. 

Collaboration to drive success - We collaborate with each other, and our stakeholders, because we know even better outcomes come from great teamwork. We have humility because we know even better outcomes come from great teamwork. We have humility which allows us to listen, learn and improve. We value diverse perspectives and seek high impact results. 

Accountability - We take responsibility for our actions and behaviors, and for the outcomes we deliver. Acting with integrity and authenticity – and maintaining clear, open communication – ensures we are always improving, and delivering safe, high-quality solutions. We do what we say we will do. 

Tenacious courage - We are clear on our path. We have always pioneered new ideas that challenge the status quo, even when it’s not popular. We have tenacity, grit and determination. We push the boundaries of what’s thought to be possible – so we can leave the world a better place than we found it. 

**Smart Wires is committed to diversity in our organization and building an equitable and inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and experiences. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Smart Wires complies with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination and we especially encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including women, people of any skin color, LGBTQ people, veterans, and people with disabilities.**