Assembly & Test Technician

Assembly & Test Technician

Cypress, United States | Posted on 06/01/2026

• Compensation Salary is commensurate with level of experience.
• City:
  Cypress
• State/Province:
  California
• Country:
  United States

Position Overview

This position is responsible for assembling high‑speed motor, generator turbo machinery equipment, and power electronics, including the Variable Speed Drive (VSD) and Brake Resistor, to support operation of a Turboexpander Generator.

• Assemble high precision motor, generator and turbo machinery equipment components and systems.
• Execute test operations with engineering instruction and document results.
• Route wires, assemble, and install electrical and electronic components.
• Follow assembly instructions, prints, and specifications to determine component parts and assembly sequences.
• Read schematics and drawings of electrical systems.
• Diagnose causes of electrical problems or failures.
• Manufacture custom wiring harnesses to fit equipment.
• Conduct functional and continuity tests of electrical assemblies, components, wire harnesses and plugs.
• Wire and terminate components such as relays, circuit breakers, connectors, switches, buss panels and reconnection boards.
• Position, align and adjust parts for proper fit and assembly.
• Fabricate, form, and assemble parts using drills, calipers, micrometers, height gages, cutters, and saws.
• Use hand and power tools, forklifts, and cranes.
• Provide field support for commissioning and troubleshooting as required.
• Follow all safety procedures and company safety policy.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required.

• 3‑5 years electrical manufacturing experience.
• Must be able to read and understand electrical schematics.
• Ability to manage time and work well under pressure.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Good problem‑solving skills.
• Team player with good communication skills.

• Hands‑on experience with variable frequency drives.
• 2 years soldering experience.
• Experience with RS-232/485 communication and MODBUS protocols.
• Experience with AC‑DC conversion equipment and motor drives.
• Experience in a clean energy company.
• Experience working in a small to mid‑size company where individual efforts are impactful.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Candidate must be able to travel up to 5% of the time to support field operations as necessary. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support the health, well‑being, and financial security of our employees. Eligible team members receive paid vacation, paid sick time, comprehensive health benefits, and participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with company match. This role is based in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment where teamwork, reliability, safety, and attention to detail are essential to success.

The above job description is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned, by their supervisor. Management reserves the right to change, rescind, add or delete the duties and responsibilities of positions within this job classification at any time.

Sapphire Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation and benefits and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated.