Electrical Test Technician

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us? The Electrical Test Technician I is expected to perform system tests, conform to production and quality standards, analyze failure modes, and perform minor repairs in workstation.  The tester ensures all records are kept and confers with appropriate resources when issues arise. Responsibilities: Comply with the company and site safety and quality policies, processes, and procedures   Maintain clean work environment and comply with 5S standards   Follow and complete established procedures, processes, and policies   Use standard work, programs, and work instructions to test all products, models, and/or subassemblies   Interpret schematics and drawings to properly test all products  Low/Medium Voltage Testing: Perform preliminary and low-voltage electrical tests (up to 10KV) in both manufacturing and test    floor environments. This suite of tests encompasses Doble, Hipot, resistance, DGA, CT Test Develop/co-develop written test procedures and/or troubleshooting guides for other technicians/testers Troubleshoot and document all product, models, and/or subassemblies appropriately to meet quality standards   Perform minor repairs per work instruction/standard work within takt time; refer major repairs to appropriate resources   Collaborate on improving processes, lead times, productivity and cost using the DTZ process   Obtain and renew safety certification as needed to properly move and/or test all products, models, and/or subassemblies   Inform maintenance team of preventative maintenance opportunities for test equipment   Program systems on the product to perform testing as needed    Demonstrate an advanced technical aptitude to perform testing for complex, infrequent, and variable products Work on assignments beyond product testing, participating in CI or NPI related initiatives  Work with Engineering to enhance test procedures  Act as a technical expert on product test, quality, and process issues with other areas Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree in Power, High Voltage, Electrical Engineering, Utilities Engineering, Electro-magnetic/equivalent major or 2 years' experience with Transformer Factory Acceptance Testing or Field Commissioning Testing. NFP70E Medium Voltage certification & NEC Training (achieved within 30 days of start in role prior to beginning electrical work) 2 years of product testing in a manufacturing environment. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Effective written and verbal communication skills   Demonstrate problem solving and troubleshooting skills to implement appropriate countermeasures   Intermediate PC knowledge   Understand testing process   Perform basic reading and math functions   Perform basic manufacturing assembly skills   Work in a team environment effectively   Model positive and professional work ethic  Train other employees Preferred Job Requirements Certified (Industrial Journeyman/Master) Electrician Intermediate knowledge of mechanical testing with ability to diagnose potential failure mechanisms   Experience in root cause problem solving (5 Why, 8D, PDCA, etc.)   Experience effectively training other employees to work instructions/standard work   Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP system (Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics, etc) Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls.  The employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders.  The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job include are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.)  “We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”