Test Technician 2 - 2nd Shift

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To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Test Technician 2 located in Henrico, VA.

Reporting to the Operations Engineering Manager, the Test Technician 2 role will support the continued testing & troubleshooting of Power Distribution Equipment and related components with elevated technical experience and know-how. Working more directly with Team Leads, other senior Technicians, and Departments, this role will continue to build on the core Testing principles of AMUS

Shift: 3:00pm - 11:30pm M-F

What a typical day looks like:

Maintains and accurately performs all test processes within the area of responsibility.

Periodically reviews job specifications to determine if they accurately reflect the process requirements and test techniques being used.

Ensures that test processes are within all safety specifications.

Assists with the development of new equipment, fixtures, and test programs (where applicable).

Ensures that effective preventive maintenance is performed regularly on all used Test equipment.

Drives recovery actions/repair of any test process that is down. Coordinates recovery/repair activities with the Test Manager, whose area of expertise is necessary to get the process back in working order.

Follows proven and developed Testing processes from the Test Manager.

• Ability to perform low-level repair, anticipate unit configuration, and connect cabling to units in Test Bays.
• Configures/flashes firmware on Sub-assemblies and connects Ethernet connections between unit(s).
• Troubleshoots/debugs at multiple system levels. Ability to determine workmanship errors and drive back through Quality.
• Performs PCB/module verification.
• Be able to troubleshoot wiring of units using schematic diagrams and assembly processes.
• Log and fail defects of units and parts that are defective and address trending failures.
• Report on defective materials or questionable conditions to the Test Department Manager.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment within all Test areas.
• All other duties as assigned.
• This position will train under & report to the Test Department Manager during 1st Shift hours
  
  

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• Minimum associate’s degree with 2 to 4 years practical work experience testing Low Voltage, and/or 3 Phase distribution systems; Military Technical Training or equivalent experience and training in a related field preferred.
• Must have a demonstrated understanding of the science behind test methods and be able to communicate intent and analysis of results competently.
• Must have a developed ability to pre-emptively identify and resolve common problem areas within product designs, test methods, test plans, and laboratory processes.
• Must work closely with cross-functional teams to perform design validation and verification testing under a moderate level of direct supervision.
• Experience with L/V Switchgear, Power Distribution Units, Static Switches. Data Center and/or equivalent mission-critical systems experience preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of safety protocols & electrical codes such as NFPA 70E, NEC Code, UL & IEC.
• Knowledge and understanding of 3‐Phase Power, DC Power, Electrical Power Generation, and AC/DC power distribution.
• Understanding of the hazardous nature of the department, and the ability to recognize dangerous conditions before any testing action is performed.
• Knowledge and understanding of troubleshooting at the circuit & component level.
  
  

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