Chameleon Technologies is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technician to join a manufacturing team based in Woodinville, WA. The ideal candidate is mission-driven and excited to contribute to a fast-paced, cleantech company focused on decarbonizing the energy system. This role requires a demonstrated commitment to excellence, a mindset of constant improvement, a strong sense of ownership, and the ability to fail well and adapt quickly. The successful candidate values time, works with urgency, embraces effective teamwork, and thrives in a culture that prioritizes safety.
As an Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technician, you’ll bridge mechanical assembly and instrumentation/controls wiring, keeping our R&D and pilot equipment running safely and efficiently. The pace is fast, the work is hands-on, and every improvement you make feeds directly into decarbonizing heavy industry as we build our first scale production unit.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build & Install – Assemble piping, gearboxes, structural frames, and sheet-metal enclosures per 3-D models, drawings, and P&IDs.
- Wire & Terminate – Route harnesses, crimp connectors, and land 24 V–480 V field devices (motors, RTDs, mass-flow controllers, pressure transmitters) into PLC marshalling panels.
- Test & Troubleshoot – Perform continuity and insulation-resistance checks, leak tests, and functional instrument calibrations; diagnose faults with multimeter, scope, or PLC diagnostics.
- Iterate Rapidly – Support engineering change-orders and quick-turn re-work on evolving prototypes; fabricate or machine simple brackets and test fixtures as needed.
- Document & Communicate – Maintain accurate build logs, red-line drawings, and update BOMs; raise issues in daily stand-ups and directly with leads and engineers as issues arise.
- Champion Safety & 5S – Enforce LOTO, PPE, and hazardous-gas protocols; keep work cells clean, organized, and inspection-ready.
- Field & Commissioning Support – Travel up to 10 % for system FAT/SATs or customer-site installs.
- Other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None.
Skills and Experience:
- High-school diploma or GED; technical trade certificate or military electro-mechanical training strongly preferred.
- 5+ years building or maintaining industrial equipment, test stands, or process skids.
- Proficient reading mechanical drawings and electrical schematics/wiring diagrams.
- Hands-on skill with standard shop and electrical tools (tube-benders, torque wrenches, crimpers, multimeters, insulation testers).
- Able to lift 50 lbs; comfortable in PPE (steel toes, FR, respirator when required).
- Strong written & verbal communication; thrives amid rapid changes and incomplete data.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint), as well as chat and teleconferencing applications (e.g. Teams, Slack)
Bonus Qualifications:
- IPC/WHMA-A-620, J-STD-001, or similar wire-harness/ soldering certification.
- Experience with PLC I/O checks, basic ladder logic, or HMI troubleshooting.
- Background in hydrogen, natural-gas, or other hazardous-gas systems.
- CNC, manual machining, or TIG welding experience for quick-turn fixtures.
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP transactions and digital work-order systems.
You are encouraged to apply even if you don't have all the typical qualifications. Our client values diverse experiences, backgrounds and ideas, and we know diversity of thought contributes to our success. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.
Working Conditions:
Onsite, day-shift role at our Woodinville pilot facility. Periodic evening or weekend push periods may occur during critical builds. Up to 10 % domestic travel for installation and commissioning.
Pay range: $32.00 – $42.00 per hour.
