Manufacturing Test Engineer

Gridware is on a mission to protect and enhance the electrical grid through advanced technology. As a privately held company backed by leading climate-tech and Silicon Valley investors, we're developing cutting-edge sensing systems to analyze and safeguard critical grid infrastructure. Our technology has been proven effective in identifying and preventing faults, enhancing safety, and reducing outages.

As our Manufacturing Test Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our products. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing test systems, optimizing manufacturing processes, and serving as the gatekeeper for firmware releases. This position combines hands-on technical work with cross-functional collaboration, requiring both strong engineering skills and excellent communication abilities.

You'll work directly with design engineers, suppliers, and our contract manufacturer to develop and maintain robust testing procedures. Your expertise in Python programming, test equipment, and manufacturing processes will be essential in creating efficient, automated testing solutions. The role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on product quality while contributing to the important mission of protecting critical infrastructure.

The ideal candidate brings a mix of technical expertise and practical manufacturing experience, with the ability to bridge the gap between engineering design and production implementation. You'll be joining a dynamic team in San Francisco, working on technology that directly contributes to preventing wildfires and protecting communities. If you're passionate about using your skills to make a real-world impact while working with cutting-edge technology in the clean energy sector, this role offers an excellent opportunity to grow your career while making a difference.