R&D Technician - E motor

Overview

Conifer is at the forefront of developing the future of Electric Powertrains and Motors, offering solutions that are super compact with 10X simpler manufacturing processes. Our innovative electric engines are designed to make small electric mobility more spacious, affordable, and low risk. Additionally, our EC motors enhance efficiency and compactness for fans, pumps, and industrial automation applications. Established by experienced founders and industry veterans from companies like Apple, Lucid, and Tesla, we are dedicated to advancing electric powertrain technology.

This is a full-time on-site role for an R&D Technician located in Sunnyvale. The Technician will be responsible for building axial flux electric motor and inverter sub components, final product assembly, soldering components, troubleshooting technical issues, and calibrating test equipment. Daily tasks will also include running test routines on dynamometer, analyzing and reporting results.

• Assemble e-motors, with focus on stator including coil winding, varnish application and electrical health checks
• Assemble rotors, gearboxes and complete drive unit
• Mount drive unit onto test bench along with sensors for dyno testing
• Perform documentation of build process, with high attention to detail
• Provide key feedback for improvements to equipment, tooling and process
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Ensure complete documentation of build pedigree according to BOM

• Proficiency in Mechanical and Electrical sub component building. Skills include operating drills, tools, soldering, harness building, oscilloscope, hipot tester, CNC mill
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical & electrical issues
• Knowledge of dyno test equipment and calibration techniques
• Excellent documentation and engineering communication skills
• Certificate/Diploma + few years of experience in Proto shops/R&D line is required.
• Bonus Past experience with Motors and Dyno

• Humble and collaborative mindset
• Knowledge and habit of safe work practices
• Track record of building a quality, high speed, tight tolerance product
• Strong aptitude of using standard tools and equipment such as wrenches and calipers
• Ability to interpret CAD drawings and compare with quality check measurements

Experience building motors, assembling stators or other high voltage application. Familiar with a startup environment, comfortable wearing multiple hats. Self motivated, able to maintain workflow in an agile environment.

• Health insurance
• Generous PTO / sick leave
• 401(k) plan
• Free lunch and snacks

Salary range: $90K/yr - $120K/yr

Apply here: prism-cork-8f6.notion.site/R-D-Technician-2e