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Job Title: Test Technician
Job Description
This individual will conduct tests, collect and analyze data, and report any issues and defects to the appropriate team members. You will work closely with the Test Engineer, engineering project team, and other functions to improve and enhance the quality and performance of products. This role is not related to a production line but may involve conducting tests on electrical equipment, motor coils, or powering up motors and gathering data.
Responsibilities
- Conduct tests on electrical equipment and motor coils.
- Power up motors and gather data.
- Assemble tooling for tests.
- Evaluate, disassemble, or repair returned goods and document findings.
- Troubleshoot machinery on the floor.
- Redline documents such as test plans.
- Troubleshoot and repair equipment in the test lab.
Essential Skills
- Experience with motors, high voltage, wiring.
- Proficiency with oscilloscopes and multimeters.
- Knowledge in electro-mechanical troubleshooting.
- Experience in aerospace and military industry is highly preferred.
- Experience in new product development is highly preferred.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED required.
- Associates degree in Electronics, Engineering Technology, or similar is preferred.
- 2 years' experience testing electro-mechanical products.
- Experience with electric motors or servo drives is essential.
- Ability to read and follow test procedures, engineering drawings, and specifications.
- Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, plug gauges, and other metrology tools.
- Ability to operate and understand test and measurement equipment such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, LCR meters, continuity testers, insulation resistance meters, multimeters, and dielectric strength testers.
Work Environment
The work environment is clean and climate-controlled, with operations within an Electrostatic Precipitator (ESP) environment. You will be required to wear ESP coats and steel-toe shoes. The work setting is isolated from the engineering department, although engineering collaborates frequently. The testing area/department consists of three departments: testing, prototype, and precision, with 2-3 individuals in each. Working hours are flexible, ranging from 6am-8am to 2pm-4pm, as long as a 40-hour work week is maintained.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $38.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Pleasant Prairie,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 11, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $33 - $38