Aspen Aerogels^® is a rapidly growing aerogel technology company founded in 2001 to capitalize on patented advances in aerogel manufacturing. Aspen’s extensive portfolio of proprietary aerogel products are manufactured at scale and sold worldwide in the Electric Vehicle, Energy Infrastructure, Sustainable Building Materials, and Power Generation industries. Aspen is a Tier 1/2 Automotive supplier of PyroThin^® thermal barriers, and our Pyrogel^® and Cryogel^® insulation products are used by virtually all leading petrochemical and refining company across more than 50 countries. We’re on a mission to build a world-class organization as we continue to grow our energy infrastructure business, and expand to meet demand for PyroThin thermal barriers in the rapidly growing Electric Vehicle sector over the next decade. We’re looking for great passionate, dynamic talent to join our team.

The NPI Engineering Technician is responsible for assembly and support of jigs, fixtures and running equipment to support scale up efforts. Main goal is to ensure that internally designed equipment is built correctly, and to support the installation on site. This requires understanding of manufacturing process(es), planning, communication and excellent execution. Manage the entire build process including installation on site. Ensure that raw materials are prepped and ready for use prior to builds. Must adhere to all relevant plant safety and manufacturing procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage equipment builds (jigs, fixtures, 3d printers, CNC cutters, etc.).
• Assemble parts using screws, nuts, bolts, wires, crimps, solder, bands, clips, springs, etc.
• Review drawings and other information to ensure the equipment is made correctly.
• Prepare raw materials for proof of concept as needed, ensuring quality and quantity are acceptable.
• Work with NPI engineers and management on development needs.
• Implement equipment on the manufacturing floor when applicable.
• Document how equipment was made for traceability and reproducibility. 
• Support development testing and feedback of new fixtures and jigs.
• Participate in the 6S program to ensure NPI area is in compliance.
• Communicate with Engineers, Maintenance and other resources as needed to keep resources informed and engaged.
• Be a consistent, visible leader in the area of personal safety including involvement in assigned Safety trainings and initiatives.
• Participates as requested or desired in root cause investigations (RCI’s) occurring within assigned areas of responsibility.
• Ensure company safety policies, procedures and expectations are understood and followed by all employees, escalate concerns/suggestions as appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma required, associates or undergraduate degree preferred. 
• 5 years assembly or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must consistently demonstrate company values of Safety, Quality, Teamwork, Customer, Integrity and Innovation.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of manufacturing processes, technical skills and troubleshooting equipment individually and through assigned resources for operational efficiency.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and electronic, and proven ability to relate with all levels within the organization.
• Skills use of Word, Excel, Office, Teams, and Outlook.
• Understanding of quality measurement systems and practices.
• Strong planning, documentation and execution skills required. Attention to detail is a must.
• Ability to work effectively in teams and independently

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTS:

• Frequently required to stand
• Occasionally required to walk
• Frequently required to sit
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Continually required to talk or hear
• Frequently works near moving mechanical parts 
• Frequently works around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals 
• Occasionally exposed to extreme heat or cold (non-weather)
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate 
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 10 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include: Close vision; Distance vision; Color vision; Peripheral vision; Depth perception and ability to adjust focus

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf.

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to abuttitta@aerogel.com or call (508) 466-3111 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. 

For Our Rhode Island Applicants:Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The East Providence, RI facility of Aspen Aerogels is subject to Title 28, Chapter 29-6.2 of Rhode Island General Laws, which governs Worker’s Compensation.