Engineering Technician
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Salary$30 – $43/hr
LocationKearny, NJ
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentTechnology, Manufacturing Engineering
EquityIncluded
Company size201–500 people
PostedSep 24, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live20h ago
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High-school diploma or equivalent
5+ years of experience in shop fabrication, manufacturing, research, or high-tech industry
5+ years of technical experience with mechanical or electrical systems, high pressure or high vacuum systems, cryogenic systems, plumbing, soldering, system testing, power or controls systems
Comfortable working to aggressive deadlines and exceptional work ethic
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite tools or similar software
Knowledge of quality control and inspection procedures
Experience operating, maintaining, or troubleshooting or programming automation equipment, e.g. PLC, HMI, or process controllers
Experience with reflow solder processes, including PCBA manufacturing
Crane or lifting experience
Forklift experience
Experience with electrical schematic and wiring
Experience using various types of hand tools and precision measuring tools
Experience in documenting, improving, and implementing process instructions
Experience with reading and reviewing mechanical drawings
Experience with machining, operating manual milling, saws, and other tools
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to perform activities such as typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
Willingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call
Ability to work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics
Skills
Microsoft Office
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Equity
PTO
About Thea Energy:
Thea Energy is leveraging recent breakthroughs in stellarator physics and engineering to create a faster and simpler approach to commercializing fusion energy. The company is reinventing the stellarator using computer-controlled arrays of planar coils thereby replacing the intricate, complex modular magnets required in all other stellarator architectures. Thea Energy is on a mission to create a limitless source of zero emission energy for a sustainable future.
Key Responsibility Areas:
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Build, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical systems
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Assist in developing new equipment, tools, procedures, and inspection techniques to reduce production time while maintaining high quality
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Responsible for tool and workspace organization and maintenance
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Assemble and troubleshoot test articles and supporting test equipment
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Collaborate to support development of manufacturing processes and tooling
Required Experience & Skillsets:
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High-school diploma or equivalent
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5+ years of experience in shop fabrication, manufacturing, research, or high-tech industry
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5+ years of technical experience with any of the following:mechanical or electrical systems, high pressure or high vacuum systems, cryogenic systems, plumbing, soldering, system testing, power or controls systems
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Comfortable working to aggressive deadlines and exceptional work ethic
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite tools or similar software
Ideal Experience:
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Knowledge of quality control and inspection procedures
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Experience operating, maintaining, or troubleshooting or programming automation equipment, e.g. PLC, HMI, or process controllers
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Experience with reflow solder processes, including PCBA manufacturing
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Crane or lifting experience
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Forklift experience
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Experience with electrical schematic and wiring
•
Experience using various types of hand tools and precision measuring tools
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Experience in documenting, improving, and implementing process instructions
•
Experience with reading and reviewing mechanical drawings
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Experience with machining, operating manual milling, saws, and other tools
Company Benefits:
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Salary Range $30-$43 per hour (Non-Exempt/ OT Eligible)
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Comprehensive health benefits (e.g. medical/dental/vision)
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Employee equity stock options
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20 days PTO
Requirements:
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Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
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Ability to perform activities such as typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
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Willingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call
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Ability to work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics
It’s not necessary to meet all of the skillsets outlined above. Please feel free to send us a note and tell us why you would still be a great fit for this role or Thea Energy.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Thea Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a company of diverse backgrounds. By creating a diverse environment, we will bring new ideas and approaches to solving some of the world’s hardest (and most important) problems. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, family or marital status, age, disability, veteran’s status, or other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.