Labortechniker (m/w/d) (Vertrag)

Enphase Energy is a global energy technology company and a leading provider of solar, battery, and electric vehicle charging products. Founded in 2006, our innovative microinverter technology revolutionized solar power, making it a safer, more reliable, and scalable energy source. Today, the Enphase Energy System enables users to create, use, save, and sell their own power. Enphase is also one of the most successful and innovative clean energy companies in the world, with more than 80 million products shipped across 160 countries.

Join our dynamic teams designing and developing next-gen energy technologies and help drive a sustainable future!

About the role

Enphase Energy is seeking a hands-on Lab Assembly Technician for a contract role to support our hardware engineering team. This position focuses on the physical assembly, mechanical setup, and basic testing of prototype energy systems. The ideal candidate is a reliable worker who excels at following build instructions, connecting cables, and performing basic mechanical modifications.

What you will do

• Cable & Harness Assembly: Build custom cables and wire harnesses from drawings (cut, strip, crimp, solder, and label).
• System Integration: Physically route, connect, and plug in cables and wire harnesses within prototype enclosures.
• Mechanical Assembly: Assemble prototype units, enclosures, and test fixtures using standard hand tools.
• Basic Board Work: Perform straightforward PCB component placement and basic through-hole or standard SMT soldering.
• Continuity Testing: Validate built cables and assemblies using digital multimeters (DMM) for basic pinout and continuity checks.
• Parts Kitting: Organize, count, and stage components and hardware kits based on Bills of Materials (BOM).
• 3D Printer Operation: Run and maintain standard 3D printers to produce simple plastic fixtures and prototype parts.
• Lab Upkeep: Maintain a clean, organized workstation and follow standard ESD safety protocols.

Who you are and What you bring

• 2+ years of experience in a mechanical assembly, cable manufacturing, or electronics lab environment.
• Strong hands-on experience building, routing, and connecting wire harnesses.
• Basic proficiency with manual soldering tools for standard electronic components.
• Ability to read and follow mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and assembly instructions.
• Experience using basic lab tools like multimeters, calipers, and hand tools.
• High attention to detail with parts organization and inventory tracking.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working as a contractor in a fast-paced product development lab.
• Experience operating consumer or professional-grade FDM 3D printers.

Work Environment

• Engineering lab environment requiring frequent microscope-based, fine-pitch hand assembly.
• Cross-functional collaboration with electrical, mechanical, and test engineering teams.
• Ability to handle and move light lab equipment and materials as needed.

The pay range for this position is $26 to $40 per hour. This pay range may be modified in the future. The successful candidate's starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, education or training, work location, and market conditions.