Test Technician
Core
Test Technician brings Velo3D metal additive manufacturing printers to life by executing step-by-step procedures for subsystem bring-up, system validation, and final qualification.
Role type
hands-on IC test technician (hardware)
Builds
metal additive manufacturing printers
Domain
manufacturing / hardware testing
Required skills
multimeter usage, wiring diagram reading, piping diagram reading, leak testing, precision assembly, torque specifications, alignment, Windows software installation, firmware loading, basic network troubleshooting, lockout/tagout compliance, laser safety, compressed gas safety, metal powder safety
Preferred skills
compressed gas systems experience, closed-loop liquid cooling experience, high-voltage electrical experience, laser systems experience, forklift training
Technologies
Windows, firmware, controller interfaces
Responsibilities
Perform pre-power checks including wiring continuity, insulation, polarity, and grounding verification. Execute subsystem bring-up (Level 600) verifying electrical, safety, gas, vacuum, cooling, and motion systems. Run full system validation (Level 700) to confirm acceptance criteria. Support final qualification (Level 800) and handoff documentation. Diagnose routine problems using diagrams and escalate complex issues. Accurately fill in test records logging actual measurements. Maintain safety compliance for high voltage, lasers, gases, and metal powders.
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC