Electrical Engineering Associate, Energy Storage

Position Summary:

The Electrical Engineering Associate, Energy Storage supports Redwood's next-generation Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) program by performing hands-on technical tasks. This is a fully on-site role at 2800 Lockheed Way, Carson City. You will perform a broad variety of hands-on technical tasks in support of Redwood’s next-generation Battery Energy Storage System (BESS).  In this role, you will primarily work with engineers to create sophisticated printed circuit board (PCB) designs using software tools and use your technical abilities to build, test, and fix PCB prototypes.  Additional responsibilities include management of an electronics laboratory, installing and running tests on power equipment in the field, assisting mechanical engineers, and a variety of miscellaneous technical tasks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Create and manage a library of electronics component symbols and footprints for PCB designs using Altium CAD software.

Hand-soldering and rework of PCB components, including fine-pitch surface mount parts with rework station/hot air, and connectors; cable harness assembly.

Running functional/bring-up tests on new board revisions, flashing firmware, verifying power rails.  Bench-level troubleshooting of prototype and production boards down to component level.

Managing an electronics lab, including lab equipment and tool purchasing, organization, maintenance, and cleaning.  Keeping the lab organized, stocked with consumables and ESD/safety compliant.

Setting up electrical test equipment for field testing support at outdoor project sites.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Degree in Electronics Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field (or equivalent military/technical training)

Relevant coursework or certification in electronics fundamentals, circuit theory, or digital/analog systems

Ability to read schematics, datasheets, and basic PCB layouts

Familiarity with hand soldering (THT and SMT) to IPC-A-610 or IPC J-STD-001 workmanship standards, or willingness to be certified

Basic proficiency with lab equipment: multimeter, oscilloscope, bench power supply, function generator

Comfortable with basic hand tools and ESD-safe handling practices, as well as machinery and power equipment

Exposure to CAD/EDA tools (Altium, KiCad, Eagle) a plus, even from coursework or personal projects