Position Summary: Under the direction of the Sr. TransformerTest Engineer and Test/Field Service Team Leader, the Test Technician will performthe following responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Tests and trouble-shoots transformers, rectifiers, power supplies (digital and analog), circuits, PLC’s, and equipment using multimeters, oscilloscopes, temperature probes, chart recorders, watt meters and other related equipment.
• Performs Commissioning installations, Preventative Maintenance, complex trouble shooting, problem analysis and product specific service.
• Must be able to work independently, under minimal supervision, and work well with other individuals and teams.
• Must be willing to travel both domestically and internationally as needed to service equipment, approximately 40-50% of the time after probationary training has been completed.
• Conducts equipment and/or unit start-ups and performs field service activities, including consulting with engineering as needed to adhere to specifications.
• Participates in quality inspection activities.
• Documents test and service reports.
• Works with voltages in the range of 480vac-13,800vac and occasionally up to 35kV and large MVA units and will assist in medium and high voltage testing.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Two-year technical degree in electronics, electrical, engineering, or equivalent.
• 2 years of test/troubleshooting experience in the field of Industrial Electronics, Power Electronics is preferred.
• Knowledge of PLC programming, software and hardware is a plus.
• Electrician (E-2) is a plus.

• Must be familiar with the concept and application of the following; actual work experience in at least one of these areas is preferred:
• Reactor and transformer applications.
• Single-phase and three-phase AC power.
• AC/DC rectification and SCR (Thyristor) control.
• Test and calibration of Industrial power equipment.
• Strong ability to read electronic schematics and comprehend specifications.
• Experience using industrial instrumentation (electro-mechanical meters and gauges).
• Good communication abilities, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literacy using worksheets and word processing as well as customized data acquisition software.
• Must be able to work independently, under minimal supervision, and work well with other individuals and teams.
• Must be willing to travel both domestically and internationally as needed to service equipment, approximately 40-50% of the time.
• Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
• Ability to make PLC program adjustments is a plus.
• Knowledge of programmer logic controllers (PLC) programming and hardware, embedded applications, software, and hardware is a plus.

Essential Functions/PhysicalRequirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis & stand for approximately 95% of the day.
• Lift, carry, and hook up large cables.
• Bend, squat, stoop, kneel frequently as needed throughout the day.

Benefits

Job Summary