Advanced Manufacturing Technician

About the role

HydroGraph is a hyper‑growth advanced materials company scaling pristine, high‑performance graphene via its patented Hyperion detonation technology. With more than 70 active commercial projects, a growing global footprint, and industry‑leading material quality (99.8% pure graphene), HydroGraph is building the next generation of engineered materials for coatings, composites, and energy storage.

We are seeking a hands‑on and detail‑oriented Advanced Manufacturing Technician to join our growing Advanced Manufacturing team. In this role you will support the installation, qualification, and validation of new production equipment and processes, and help ensure mechanical systems are repaired, modified, and maintained to specification. Working closely with Mechanical and Process Engineering, you will provide key observation and data during equipment trials and process qualification, helping the team understand system performance, serviceability, and improvement opportunities before full‑rate production.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document repairs, modifications, and adjustments to new and existing production equipment and mechanical systems.
• Gather and document data and observations useful for developing, designing, modifying, or repairing mechanical systems.
• Participate in installation, operational, and process qualification activities, as well as validation trials.
• Support Process Engineering by collecting data and providing hands‑on insight during trials and process improvement activities.
• Assist in training and production readiness of new product launches, including training production technicians and operators.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including tools and equipment, in accordance with company standards.
• Communicate observations on equipment performance, ease or difficulty of assembly, and system reliability to Mechanical and Process Engineering.
• Assist in operating equipment and test/data‑collection instrumentation used to evaluate new and existing processes.
• Follow established safety protocols, work instructions, and technical procedures when working with mechanical systems and production equipment.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, and Production teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide hands‑on support and ideas that advance the goals of Advanced Manufacturing and the broader organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• 3+ years of experience in maintenance or a similar hands‑on, technical role (required).
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability (required).
• Basic computer proficiency (required).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain a clean, organized workstation (required).
• Willingness to learn new equipment, testing methods, and data‑collection processes (required).
• Comfortable working with hand tools, production equipment, and basic documentation systems (required).
• Ability to follow detailed technical procedures and safety protocols (required).
• Technical or engineering‑related degree or relevant coursework (preferred).
• Experience working in a manufacturing, industrial, or process environment (preferred).
• Familiarity reading engineering drawings, schematics, or basic P&IDs (preferred).
• Experience with machining processes such as CNC machining, laser cutting, 3D printing, and welding (preferred).

Work Environment

• Active chemical/process manufacturing environment with regular presence on the plant floor.
• Exposure to industrial equipment, chemical agents, and process systems; adherence to all applicable safety protocols required.
• Indoor and outdoor process/chemical plant settings; exposure to heat, noise, fumes, and moving machinery.
• Occasional outdoor work in varying weather conditions to operate valves and manage chemical feedstock supply lines.
• Physical requirements: standing and walking for extended periods; frequent lifting/carrying up to 20 lb, occasional lifting up to 50 lb with assistance.
• Working at heights: occasional work at elevations up to 15 ft using ladders, platforms, scissor lifts, or elevated walkways.
• Mandatory personal protective equipment (PPE) includes safety glasses, hard hat, steel‑toed boots, hearing protection, respiratory protection when needed, and fall protection equipment for elevated work.

Schedule

• Standard business hours, Monday through Friday.
• Occasional weekend or off‑hours work may be required to support planned maintenance, shutdowns, startups, or urgent production challenges.
• May require occasional travel to other production facilities, client locations, or vendor facilities.

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead the core scientific engine of one of the fastest‑growing graphene companies.
• Shape a next‑generation materials platform used across aerospace, energy, infrastructure, consumer goods, and defense.
• Work directly with global partners and world‑class advisors (GEIC, OEMs, DoD).
• Competitive compensation.
• Career advancement as the company scales.