Stationary & Integration Fuel Cell Technician

Overview

Transforming the Future with Convergence of Simulation and Data

Stationary & Integration Fuel Cell Technician

Job Summary:

Our client in Gardena, CA is looking for a Stationary & Integration Fuel Cell Technician. This is a contract position.

• Stationary test apparatus instrumentation with proprietary and off-the-shelf data acquisition equipment.
• Data acquisition & compilation including system data, performance data, etc.
• Participate in and support stationary testing including test cell configuration, maintenance, installation/removal of test parts, etc.
• Parts/consumables ordering including inventory management.
• Troubleshoot & repair mechanical (when necessary) & electrical systems (primary focus) which includes off-site – (at customer - field) sites.
• Perform routine maintenance where necessary of test units, test equipment, associated peripheral equipment, etc.
• Take part in and support development of Job Safety Analysis (JSA’s) prior to commencing work.
• Issue daily, weekly and/or periodic general and technical reports where necessary.
• Some overtime (average: 1-hour per day) and travel (~25%) is expected.

• 4-Years of experience as a Power Plant Technician, Generator Technician or experience from a transferable industry.
• Experienced utilizing instrumentation & controls for generators, compressors, motors, etc.
• Experience in troubleshooting generators and/or various equipment including mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, PLC’s, etc.
• Knowledge & experience in inspecting, testing, diagnosis & repair of natural gas, electric-diesel generators, automatic transfer switches, etc.
• High voltage and low voltage experience is a must.
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals, wiring diagrams (for systems and instrumentation).
• Experience in commissioning new equipment such as generators.
• Good driving record – no accidents & no traffic violations within the last 3-years.
• Proficient w/Windows, email, MS Word, Excel (agency to submit results of a computer aptitude test demonstrating experience level).
• Excellent communication & organizational skills.
• Works well independently - without direct supervision.
• Capable of adapting to a continuously changing work environment – including at remote test locations or customer sites.
• Fabrication experience (i.e., machine shop, welding (MIG & TIG), etc.).
• Salary range: 71k - 74k annual.

• High voltage certification (1000V AC / DC).
• Knowledge of Fuel Cell systems.
• Strong understanding & working level knowledge of commercial / industrial electrical systems. Vehicle electrical system diagnosis & repair.
• Experience driving an M/T vehicle.

• Envision the Future
• Communicate Honestly and Broadly
• Seek Technology and Business “First”
• Embrace Diversity and Take Risks

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discounts
• Free training on all Altair products

Altair is a global technology company providing software and cloud solutions in the areas of data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing (HPC). Altair enables organizations in nearly every industry to compete more effectively in a connected world, while creating a more sustainable future. With more than 3,000 engineers, scientists, and creative thinkers in 25 countries, we help solve our customer’s toughest challenges and deliver unparalleled service, helping the innovators innovate, drive better decisions, and turn today’s problems into tomorrow’s opportunities.

Our vision is to transform customer decision making with data analytics, simulation, and high-performance computing.

For more than 30 years, we have been helping our customers integrate electronics and controls with mechanical design to expand product value, develop AI, simulation and data-driven digital twins to drive better decisions, and deliver advanced HPC and cloud solutions to support unlimited idea exploration. To learn more, please visit

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