Floe Mechatronics Technician
Job Location:
Job Location:
Buffalo, IA - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 35000 - 75000
Yearly Salary:
Posted on:
5 hours ago
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
About Floe:
Floe is a rapidly growing startup that has developed the smart cost-effective and eco-friendly solution for managing hazardous ice and snow on roofs and around the building envelope. Compared to existing solutions our automated system safely and effectively addresses dangerous buildup while reducing operating costs by >40% and carbon emissions by >99%.
Originally spun out of MIT and Yale and tested with the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers Floe has been validated at dozens of sites in some of the worlds harshest winter environments. Our technology is trusted by major national retailers state governments and large commercial and residential property owners across the US and Canada.
As we scale rapidly and expand into new verticals we are building a team of talented mission-driven people who value impact precision and integrity. Our team thrives in a fast-paced innovative environment and has an excellent results-oriented track record. We are eager to recruit individuals who are driven thoughtful problem-solvers and who bring diverse perspectives to our mission.
About the Role:
Floe is preparing to bring elements of console assembly refurbishment and project-specific builds in-house in Buffalo as we scale operations. We are looking for an exceptional technician and builder who takes pride in craftsmanship and enjoys working with physical systems.
This is a hands-on role focused on assembling Floes ETL- and FCC-certified consoles supporting RMA refurbishment and helping establish the processes and quality systems needed for repeatable high-quality builds. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys building things the right way notices inefficiencies and wants to help shape early manufacturing operations.
Initial involvement may be project-based part-time or flexible with the opportunity to transition into a full-time role as production scales.
Responsibilities:
Assembly & Build
- Assemble Floe consoles including electrical wiring component installation and mechanical integration.
- Execute builds with a high standard of quality consistency and attention to detail.
- Follow and refine assembly procedures as systems evolve.
Refurbishment & RMAs
- Diagnose repair and refurbish returned systems.
- Identify recurring issues and help inform product and design improvements.
Quality & Testing
- Perform functional testing and validation of assembled systems.
- Support the development and execution of QC checklists metrics and systems.
- Maintain build records traceability and documentation to support ETL/FCC requirements and future ISO initiatives.
Process & Manufacturing Support
- Help define and improve assembly workflows and workstation setups.
- Contribute to SOP creation process documentation and quality procedures.
- Recommend tooling layout and operational improvements to increase efficiency and consistency.
Tooling Fabrication & Shop Equipment
- Safely operate and maintain common shop tools and light fabrication equipment used in assembly and prototyping.
- Support basic machining drilling cutting and fabrication tasks as needed for console assembly fixtures and prototype development.
- Help organize and maintain a safe functional and efficient shop environment including tooling workstations and equipment.
- Assist in identifying tooling or equipment needs to improve build quality repeatability and efficiency.
Kits Inventory & Shop Operations
- Assemble and kit tubing and hardware packages for deployments.
- Support inventory organization staging and materials handling.
- Assist with packaging shipping preparation and general shop support.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with engineering to translate designs into reliable repeatable builds.
- Provide practical feedback to improve manufacturability durability and field performance.
- Support early operational infrastructure as Floe builds in-house manufacturing capability in Buffalo.
- Support other hands-on company initiatives as needed including internal R&D efforts prototype builds marketing demonstrations field support activities and shop-related projects.
- Assist with preparing systems materials and setups for testing pilot deployments and product validation.
Contribute to practical problem-solving across the organization as new operational needs emerge.
Qualifications:
Education & Experience
- Experience in mechanical electrical or technical assembly environments.
- Background in manufacturing installation fabrication HVAC controls robotics automotive or related hands-on technical fields is helpful but not required.
- Demonstrated ability to build troubleshoot and work with physical systems.
Technical Skills
- Comfort working with electrical wiring mechanical components and technical tools.
- Ability to follow technical instructions diagrams and procedures.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to build quality.
- Familiarity with testing documentation or quality processes is a plus.
Problem-Solving & Execution
- Strong hands-on troubleshooting and practical problem-solving ability.
- Ability to identify inefficiencies and suggest process improvements.
- Reliable organized and capable of executing work with minimal supervision.
Working Style & Communication
- Takes pride in craftsmanship and high-quality work.
- Comfortable working in evolving early-stage operational environments.
- Strong sense of ownership accountability and integrity.
- Clear communicator who can collaborate with engineers installers and operations teams.
- Willingness to support occasional field R&D or deployment-related activities as needed.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a hands-on shop environment.
This is an in-person position based in Buffalo NY. Compensation for this role will be commensurate with experience skills education and location. While ideally looking to hire this position full-time we are also open to considering candidates on a contract basis with the potential to transition into FTE over time.
How to Apply: (Important)
Please send a resume and a short note describing your interest and relevant experiences to . If available please also include 12 examples of products systems or projects you have worked on.
Floe Inc is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity and expression national origin disability or protected veteran status. The company shall not discriminate against any applicant because of race color religion creed sex sexual orientation gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification) national origin age disability military/veteran status marital status genetic information or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment promotion wages benefits and all other privileges terms and conditions of employment or engagement.
Required Experience:
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