Prototype Engineering Technician

InnerPlant is a technology company enabling the earliest possible detection of stress in crops to make farming universally more efficient and sustainable. We are developing innovative technologies to make a positive and lasting impact on the future of agriculture and the environment.

As a Prototype Engineering Technician at InnerPlant, you will work in a team responsible for building and delivering prototype devices for imaging our fluorescent plants in the lab as well as in the field. This will include the design and assembly of imaging boxes, mobile imaging and non-imaging sensor systems, as well as drone systems. 

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will be expected to assume responsibility for the following tasks. 

• Assist in sourcing parts and assembling prototypes with existing designs. 
• Use CAD systems to design new prototypes and build mechanical assemblies via rapid prototyping techniques.
• Work on the electrical systems responsible for running the imaging prototypes
• Assist in conducting experiments using the developed devices in the laboratory as well as in the field.
• Use your experience as a prototyping technician to assist in the selection of appropriate materials and manufacturing techniques. 
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment, ensuring equipment and tools are properly maintained
• Follow all equipment operating and safety procedures
• Visit field sites to test and deploy the developed devices 

Requirements

• High school diploma required; Associates degree preferred
• Mechanical design and prototyping: Computer aided design using Autodesk Fusion, Solidworks, or similar; familiarity with rapid prototyping techniques including 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC machining
• 1+ years of professional work experience as a prototyping engineer / technician 
• Knowledge of electrical circuits and experience building and debugging them
• Basic knowledge of programming languages preferred; familiarity with microcontroller systems (eg: Arduino) highly desirable
• Must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job including but not limited to lifting and moving equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, performing routine tasks requiring fine motor skills, and occasional work on a ladder
• Must have excellent communication skills and be a team player

Benefits

Compensation for this position is between $25/hour to $35/hour. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

InnerPlant provides an amazing opportunity to work on some of the hardest problems facing humanity and help design the agricultural systems of the future. In addition to working with a fun team, we offer competitive compensation, insurance benefits, and flexible time-off.

InnerPlant provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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