Test Technician

Test Technician

Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and temperature management solutions, including industrial heaters and systems, heat tracing, and a range of component technologies.

At Chromalox, we build advanced thermal technologies for the world’s most challenging industrial heating applications.

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we got our start with an innovative solution 100 years ago when a self-taught engineer invented the first metal-sheathed resistance heating element. It was this then-advanced thermal technology that launched an entire industry. 

We excel in industries that have high expectations. We are acknowledged as experts at delivering solutions that exceed specifications, limit risk, and reduce operating costs. 

Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!

The Role:

Conducts tests and completes data collection activities of power supplies and component systems. Assists technical teams with recommendations to resolve testing issues that impact the performance or validity of testing.


Responsibilities:

• Conducts tests and data collection of R&D power supplies and component systems.
• Designs R&D components and test fixtures.
• Prepares and test samples according to both internal and third-party specifications.
• Performs installation and repairs of R&D test equipment and components.
• Conducts test of R&D products with established policies and procedures.
• Maintains accurate records of test results.
• Reports results to development team.
• Operates R&D machinery and equipment in a safe manner.
• Performs electrical and mechanical checks of R&D heating equipment.
• Provides status update of all ongoing projects.
• Other duties as assigned through identified and established process improvements.

Additional Responsibilities:

• May be required to cross train and demonstrate competency on all essential job functions of the department working at different workstations as production needs require.
• Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships; training and teaching others.
• Maintenance of a clean and orderly work area free of excess materials.
• Support of and involvement in company, department, and/or safety policies, procedures, programs and activities.

Requirements:

• Associate Science in Electronics required and more than one (1) year of applicable technician experience.
• Ability to train and give work direction to less skilled and experienced technicians or other personnel.
• Ability to make independent decisions on matters having an important influence on the outcome of assigned projects.