R&D Test Operator

<div class="content-intro"><p>Antora Energy delivers affordable, reliable energy to industry, data centers, and the grid. Our thermal batteries turn low-cost electricity into always-on heat and power, without supply-constrained critical minerals or multi-year construction timelines.</p> <p>We are growing our company with people who put team and mission first, value connection through laughter and joy, and work with humility and openness. We are committed to building a diverse, passionate, and creative team dedicated to a future powered by abundant, clean, low-cost energy.</p></div><h5> </h5> <h5> </h5> <h5><strong>Position Summary</strong></h5> <p> </p> <p>Antora has developed a first-of-its-kind solid-state thermal battery to deliver zero-carbon industrial heat and power at scale. We are looking for a self-driven, safety-minded R&D Test Operator to support round-the-clock testing of full-scale and subscale experiments as we move rapidly from development to commercialization on novel thermal battery products.</p> <p>You will join the R&D Test Engineering Team, working hands-on with engineers, operators, and technicians at our R&D hub in San Jose, CA. You will master SCADA and HMI controls to operate high-power, high-temperature test systems during in-person and remote operator shifts, perform physical install and uninstall of test hardware, execute pre- and post-flight checklists, and contribute to preventative maintenance and continuous improvement of the team's test infrastructure.</p> <p>This is a full-time, site-based role. Primary shifts may include nights, weekends, remote on-call coverage, and overtime to support 24/7 testing.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h5><strong>Roles & Responsibilities</strong></h5> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Operate high-power, high-temperature (>2000 °C) full-scale and subscale test systems via SCADA/HMI interfaces during in-person and remote operator shifts.</li> <li>Monitor system health, respond to alarms, recognize unsafe conditions, and execute safe shutdowns when required.</li> <li>Perform physical install and uninstall of test articles and execute pre- and post-flight checklists to ensure clean execution of experiments.</li> <li>Support commissioning of full-scale thermal energy storage (TES) modules, subscale test rigs, and new or upgraded balance of plant systems.</li> <li>Perform preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, controls/instrumentation, and network systems.</li> <li>Identify and implement continuous improvements to test infrastructure, checklists, and operating procedures.</li> <li>Take detailed operational logs and document anomalies for clear communication with test engineering and product development teams.</li> <li>Read mechanical and electrical schematics and assist with building, installing, troubleshooting, and repairing balance of plant systems.</li> <li>Act as the primary point of contact for the R&D team during off-hours operator shifts.</li> <li>Provide on-call and emergency response support for the site during designated shifts.</li> <li>Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment.</li> <li>Occasional travel to support commissioning, operation, and troubleshooting at other Antora sites as needed.</li> </ul> <h5> </h5> <h5><strong>Key Qualifications</strong></h5> <p> </p> <ul> <li>High school diploma or GED (AA/AS in a technical field preferred).</li> <li>Experience operating industrial plants or test equipment via SCADA, HMI, or similar control s