Test Technician

This position is ONSITE in Delaware, OH.

This is a 4–6-month contract to direct position.

HIRING 1st AND 2nd SHIFTS

• Must assess product evaluation against NEC and UL/CSA standards.
• Review order write-ups, operate components, ensure product quality, work with other areas to ensure quality, and verify units to meet agency approvals.
• Performs experience testing and troubleshoots power conversion equipment prior to shipment.
• Conducts test following specific test procedures by using measuring instruments and computer test programs.
• Documents test results with appropriate information in a complete manner
• Uses measuring instruments, assorted related tools, and computer test program accurately. Work with
• Test and Manufacturing Engineers on test equipment development. Coordinate the development and modifications of test work instructions.
• Reads and interprets specific test procedures to properly perform and document test results.
• Performs tests to measure strength, durability and maintainability as required.
• Collects test data and prepares reports detailing results.
• Installs, diagnoses, services, and repairs electrical equipment prior to shipment of finished product.
• Configure and connect system equipment (switchgear, SCCT cabinets, and power ties), and perform preliminary inspection and tests.
• Applies knowledge and ability to use hand tools and operate test equipment according to established procedures.
• Reads and understands wiring diagrams to trace electrical circuits and ensure proper operation according to engineered specifications. Makes repairs as needed in circuitry.
• Examines electrical equipment during operating cycles to detect excess vibration, overheating, fluid leaks, and loose, noisy, or non-functioning parts. Repairs any problems found to be non-conforming to engineered specification.
• Replaces defective parts.
• Performs other “fixes” found to ensure the unit is operational at time of shipment.
• Beginning level of computer skills with knowledge of MS office products such as Word and Excel
• Should be knowledgeable in the use of the following equipment: hipot tester, multi meters, wave and power analyzer, and oscilloscope.
• Must be able to read electrical and mechanical blueprints.

Education:

• Associate degree in electrical/mechanical engineering
• OR
• Equivalent training from two-year technical school with emphasis in electrical applications
• OR
• Combined knowledge and experience to equal two years