We're a fast-moving startup where processes evolve quickly and every team member shapes how we work — so we're looking for someone who thrives on figuring out better ways to do things, not just repeating the same ones. If you bring deep hands-on expertise but are just as excited about what you haven't tried yet, you'll fit right in
COMPANY INFORMATION
QPT was founded in 2019 with a mission to help the world use power more efficiently. Using power more efficiently is crucial in tackling the climate crisis. QPT focuses on a major source of carbon production into the atmosphere; the burning of fossil fuels to power electric motors that use 45% of the world’s electricity.
Headquartered in Cambridge UK and with its design centre in Linlithgow, Scotland, QPT is privately funded company focused on the design of power electronics systems, initially applicable to the industrial motor space but equally suited to AI data centres, automotive (EV), HVAC and consumer white goods products. It is growing quickly and looking to expand its already strong team with like minded team players.
WHY JOIN QPT?
Work on technology that directly addresses climate change while tackling some of the most challenging problems in power electronics. Our platform technology approach means you'll work across multiple high-impact domains - from industrial motor drives to AI data centres to high-performance computing thermal management.
As a member of a small team (10+), you'll have significant autonomy and direct impact on our success. We combine cutting-edge power electronics with modern development practices, giving you the opportunity to work at the intersection of power and RF electronics where precision and performance matter most.
We're backed by strong partnerships (ABB, onsemi, Nidec, Infineon) and targeting Series A funding in Q3-Q4 2026. This is your opportunity to join at the ground floor of a company with massive potential (£106-131B TAM) and real-world impact.
JOB PURPOSE
Ensure the smooth operation of our electronics and mechanical engineering lab including the assembly of power electronics hardware prototypes and test rigs to align with the company roadmap and to the required performance, schedule, budget and quality.
KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Technician, you will be responsible for the following:
· Managing a lab consisting of electronics assembly and test equipment and mechanical machinery ensuring availability of operational kit that is both safe and calibrated as required.
· Assembling power electronics systems or subsystems to enable the resulting hardware to be tested as complying with requirements. Such assembly may be performed by hand or using a small SMD pick and place machine, therefore requiring the ability to set up equipment as needed.
· Wiring of electrical or electronic subsystems or test rigs and then testing to ensure basic operation.
· Sourcing and ordering of components, tools and equipment to support prototype assembly and the general operation of the lab. Inventory management of materials held in stock.
· Administering the equipment calibration log and ensuring that kit is calibrated in a timely fashion, either inhouse or using a 3rd party.
· Maintaining or fixing equipment as required.
· Ensuring compliance with lab procedures, including those related to health and safety.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Personal Attributes
· Self-directed learner who stays current with emerging tools and practices
· Comfortable with ambiguity and able to make progress with incomplete information
· Reliable and flexible attitude
· Comfortable in a fast changing environment
. Proactive and positive approach to work
· Good communicator
· Strong attention to detail
· Values being part of a team driving for excellence in an exciting new space.
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
· Able to follow assembly drawings, BOMs, etc ensuring accurate build of prototypes and test equipment and knowing when to question things that may be incomplete or incorrect.
· Strong hand-soldering down to fine geometries and general assembly skills, including board rework.
· Experience operating small scale pick-and-place SMD assembly equipment. Ability to program (or learn to program) P&P equipment for new boards.
· Ability to write clear and concise documents for processes and procedures where required.
· Good MS-Office skills for Excel, Outlook and Word.
· Experience in mechanical machinery operation (for example, milling or lathes) and advantage.
· At least 10 years’ industry experience in applicable fields.
What Makes You Stand Out
· You're excited about using a range of different equipment and processes to make kit to support the company roadmap
· You can articulate technical problems clearly to other team members so that issues can be swiftly resolved
· You enjoy working at the intersection of electronics and mechanical engineering
· You're comfortable switching between different aspects of the role
Other Requirements
· Occasional travel globally.
How to Apply
Please click on the apply button and answer the following questions in your cover letter.
Have you had experience following assembly drawings and BOM’s?
Have you strong hand-soldering skills down to fine geometries?
Have you general assembly skills including board rework?
Do you have good Excel, Outlook and Work skills?
Do you have experience in mechanical machinery operation like milling or lathes?
Have you had experience operating pick and place SMD assembly equipment?
Do you thrive on figuring out better way to do things?
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