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Hi-Pot and Circuit Breaker Validation Technician

Westinghouse Electric - USA
Stanton, PA Other
POSTED ON 10/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/21/2026
Power up critical infrastructure—one validated breaker at a time

Imagine taking a newly assembled medium-voltage breaker from blueprint to proof, confirming every wire, every setting, every response under stress. That’s the craft you’ll hone in our New Stanton, PA shop.

The mission

Ensure low and medium voltage switchgear and their subcomponents meet performance and safety requirements through disciplined electrical and mechanical testing.

Core responsibilities
  • Plan and execute tests on switchgear, cells, and subassemblies—both for new builds and refurbishments—per engineering documentation.
  • Configure equipment and wiring to evaluate LV/MV breakers; conduct point-to-point wire checks and verify cell configurations.
  • Operate AC dielectric testers for Hi-Pot, AC/DC power supplies, oscilloscopes, multimeters, current sources, and electronic loads.
  • Interpret drawings, codes, schematics, manuals, blueprints, and procedures; document outcomes precisely.
  • Install components, wiring, units, and casings using rivets, bolts, and connectors.
  • Support planning, layout, and assembly/fabrication across mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic/hydraulic equipment.
Working style

Start in a structured, training-focused environment where work is reviewed for quality and accuracy. You’ll operate under general direction, receive specific instruction on new tasks, and gain independent decision-making as you progress.

Team and location

Report to the Assistant Area Manager, Mechanical Product, at our New Stanton, PA facility.

Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • 0–2 years of experience showcasing electrical, mechanical, machining, or inspection abilities.
  • Working knowledge of electrical/mechanical drawings, assembly practices, and wiring.
  • Comfort with electrical equipment, painting practices, and hand/power tools.
  • Proficiency in Hi-Pot (High Potential) / High Voltage testing.
  • Preferred: background in the nuclear industry.
What success looks like

Accurate test setups, clean data, reliable assemblies, and equipment that passes scrutiny the first time—delivered safely, by the book, and on schedule.

Salary : $49,534 - $63,440

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