Assembly Tech Junior HW Engineer

Job Location:

Somerville, NJ - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 60000 - 90000

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Transforming our most foundational sectors of society is hard. Very hard. But were building an empire. And empire building is not easy. Its deeply fulfilling and you will learn and grow tremendously while driving sustainable impact globally with some of the largest players that make everything we eat use and wear. Our culture is to foster extraordinary growth within our teammates. We believe in autonomy ownership empowerment demanding excellence being mission-driven. We believe in creativity authenticity and extraordinary growth. Were looking for relentless ambitious creative and exceptional people to join our team and build the factory of the future.

Were seeking a Hardware Assembly Engineering Technician whose work will focus on new R&D system assembly and bringup alongside the Laminar Hardware Team. You will work closely with Senior Engineers across both the Hardware and Embedded Systems teams to rapidly evaluate new technologies test performance of sensing systems and integrate them into field prototypes. This role will perform PCB assembly and testing along with basic firmware development documentation preparation and research. We value a self-sufficient hands-on engineer who isnt afraid to ask questions and learns new skills quickly. Your work will directly impact our hardware product design improve prototype iteration speed and help Laminar to save more resources every day.

What You Will Do

Assemble complex PCBAs using reflow soldering techniques. Rework non-functional units and perform modifications as needed during board bringup.
Work closely with Hardware and Operations teams to improve component accounting and tracking
Develop and implement test strategies alongside the HW Reliability Engineer. Collect and present this data in informal and formal reviews to allow for rapid analysis and sensor comparisons and debugging.
Bring new organizational approaches and a can-do attitude to new HW assemblies.
Contribute to the overall hardware team by providing design assembly and debug assistance on multiple projects

About You

Required

1-5 years (entry level) experience in electronics design mechanical design and data analysis
Electronics experience: PCB SMD and THT soldering rework troubleshooting oscilloscope use digital signal analysis if you have a portfolio please include
Ability to read and debug electrical schematics
Basic coding experience: Python C C
Generalist mindset: comfortable working with all parts of electromechanical assemblies data logging as well as system-level topics
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Clear efficient and respectful communicator good at balancing multiple projects and shifting priorities

Preferred

Extensive project or work experience in electronics design chemical process engineering or industrial product design
Experience working with PCB contract manufacturers machine shops both domestic and international and full Box Build CMs
PCB design experience with microcontrollers industrial communications protocols and analog electronics
Significant prior experience navigating the balance between move fast and break things but not the important things
Experience with Zephyr RTOS
Experience with MRP and ERP systems inventory tracking and component management
IPC Soldering Certifications or demonstrations of skill
Six Sigma or similar Certifications

Benefits

Full-time position with competitive compensation and benefits
Direct impact on product and culture.
Comprehensive benefits package including Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Disability Transportation benefit Health and Wellness benefit and more.
401k plan with employer matching
Equity
Competitive salary and bonus opportunities.
Dynamic and inclusive work environment.
Opportunities for growth and professional development.
Access to Greentown Labs extensive network of cleantech startups.

Learn How We Think

Learn about our startup journey:Our Journey
How were combating climate change:AI-Powered Climate Tech
Customer stories and case studies

$60000 - $90000 a year

Our pay ranges are established per Pave Compensation Software. Were also proud to offer equity in our fast-growing startup and one of the most comprehensive benefits packages among startups at our stage. Laminar pays 100% of the individual health insurance premium for HMO medical vision and dental offers flexible PTO a $90/month transportation benefit a $65/month health and wellness benefit FSA 12 company-paid holidays an employer-matching 401(k) (unheard of at this stage!) and Greentown Labs membership among other valuable resources. (*subject to change)

Why Youll Love it Here

A front-row seat at Greentown Labs North Americas largest cleantech innovation hub in a Somerville neighborhood ranked one of the coolest in the world
Real recognition: 2026 World Economic Forum Technology Pioneer Gold 2026 Edison Award Unilever Startup of the Year Innovator Awards by both Coca-Cola and ABInBev and more
A team that celebrates together from rooftop lunches ping pong matches Lunch & Learns and regular team events
Competitive salary equity and a 401(k) with company match
Health dental and vision coverage plus short- and long-term disability and life insurance
Flexible time off and 12 company-paid holidays
A conference and learning budget to keep growing your craft
Greentown Labs membership and a transportation benefit for your commute

Our Interview Process

1. Phone screen with Laminar Head of Ops or Recruiter (15-20 minutes)

2. Intro call with Hiring Manager (30 minutes)

3. On-site interview including short tour of GTL overview of tech and interview/presentation with the Hiring Manager and a few team members. Depending on the role a skills exercise that should take no longer than an hour to prep would be sent ahead of time. We record your skills exercise to share with any team members who could not join the interview and/or with Founders ahead of their Founders Interview. If you are not local we can conduct this virtually.

4. Finalists for Full-Time positions will have a Founders Interview in-person

Final steps:

Two professional references are requested ideally one from your current organization and one who served as your Manager

If an Offer Letter is extended a Background check is conducted

Arecent study from LinkedInshowed that most women apply to jobs only when they meet 100% of the requirements whereas men will hit the apply button if they hit 60%. Laminar (formerly H2Ok) is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. So to the women and nonbinary folks out there feeling unsure if youre a perfect fit we strongly encourage you to apply! If youre ready to play a key role in scaling a game-changing company thats transforming the industrial sector and advancing sustainability we want to hear from you!

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Required Experience:

Junior IC