Maintenance Technician, Capacitor Manufacturing

Xcimer Energy leverages decades of research on Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) combined with groundbreaking new laser architecture. Our mission is to deploy fusion power plants to meet global decarbonization goals as fast as possible. Xcimer has assembled a team of leaders in tough tech, fusion science, and manufacturing with a track record of rapid execution. Supported by leading investors, Xcimer is uniquely positioned to deliver limitless, clean, fusion power to combat climate change. Join us in powering a better world with inertial fusion!

As a

Maintenance Technician, you will apply your skills to keep the wound film capacitor line at our Tucson, Arizona facility running safely and reliably — the winders, vacuum drying and impregnation systems, ovens, and test equipment that build the capacitors behind Xcimer's pulsed-power laser drivers. We are looking for our technicians to apply their technical expertise, problem solving skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact the future of energy!

Troubleshooting and Repair

• Prioritize the vacuum drying and impregnation systems. Their multi-day cycles and limited tank count mean an unplanned stop there costs more output than anywhere else on the line.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, vacuum, thermal, and electromechanical equipment and systems.
• Perform equipment adjustments and repairs within approved equipment and process requirements.

Preventive and Predictive Maintenance

Escalate overdue PMs, recurring failures, or equipment conditions that could affect safety, production, or product quality.

Documentation and Records

• Document completed preventive maintenance, repairs, equipment failures, parts replaced, and other maintenance activities in Boltline, Xcimer's manufacturing execution system.
• Ensure required PM activities are completed and properly documented.
• Support root cause investigations involving equipment failures or equipment-related manufacturing problems.
• Support installation, commissioning, relocation, and modification of manufacturing equipment.
• Assist Manufacturing Engineering with equipment upgrades and reliability improvements.
• Maintain tools, maintenance equipment, work areas, and spare-parts storage in an organized and serviceable condition.

Safety

Follow applicable Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), electrical safety, chemical safety, PPE, and other workplace safety requirements.

Treat stored electrical energy as a primary hazard: verify that capacitors, high-voltage test equipment, and power supplies are discharged and grounded before work begins, and follow the controls for high-voltage test areas.

Handle the oils, solvents, and resins used on the line in accordance with Xcimer's hazard communication program.

Identify unsafe equipment conditions and remove or recommend removal of equipment from

Candidates may be considered for other positions at Xcimer Energy, and our actual base salary will be determined on an individual basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The range is published in accordance with Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and California Equal Pay Act.

Responsibilities

• Respond to equipment breakdowns and production equipment issues in a timely manner to minimize manufacturing downtime.
• Diagnose equipment failures using drawings, schematics, manuals, diagnostic equipment, and systematic troubleshooting techniques.
• Identify failed or degraded components and perform appropriate repairs or replacements.
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment control systems and industrial components within the technician's training and qualifications.
• Verify proper equipment operation following maintenance or repair before returning equipment to production.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing Engineering and Process Engineering when repairs or adjustments could affect process parameters, equipment capability, product quality, or validated process conditions.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) on manufacturing equipment, tooling, and directly connected utilities according to established maintenance procedures and schedules.
• Perform equipment inspections to identify wear, damage, leaks, abnormal operation, or other conditions that could lead to equipment failure.
• Identify components approaching the end of their useful service life.
• Assist in developing and improving preventive and predictive maintenance programs based on equipment condition, failure history, manufacturer recommendations, and production requirements.
• Support development of equipment-specific maintenance procedures and checklists.
• Assist with predictive maintenance activities where appropriate, including vibration, temperature, pressure, vacuum, electrical, and other equipment-condition monitoring.
• Maintain accurate equipment maintenance history and records.

Reliability and Continuous Improvement

• Identify recurring equipment failures and work with Manufacturing Engineering and Process Engineering to determine and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement activities focused on increasing equipment reliability, availability, maintainability, and production uptime.

Spares, Tools, and Suppliers

• Maintain appropriate spare parts and consumable inventories for critical production equipment.
• Identify critical spare components and recommend appropriate stocking levels based on equipment reliability and lead time.
• Work with suppliers and equipment manufacturers to troubleshoot problems, obtain replacement components, and coordinate specialized repairs when necessary.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Xcimer Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Xcimer Energy hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Xcimer Energy will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Benefits

Xcimer offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee health, well-being, and long-term success. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; basic and supplemental life insurance; short- and long-term disability; paid parental leave for employees at the time of birth or adoption; and a 401(k) with a company match of up to 6%. Eligible employees also receive equity, allowing them to share in the company’s long-term success.

Xcimer operates under a flexible Paid Time Off (ATO) approach. Rather than a fixed number of vacation days, employees are trusted to take the time they need to rest and recharge while meeting the expectations of their role and team. In addition, employees receive paid sick time, 13 company-paid holidays, and an annual paid company shutdown. Benefits are available to regular employees, including part-time and fixed-term roles, as well as interns, with eligibility varying by benefit.