Tester

Eaton Corporation; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton’s ES AMER PCS division seeks a Tester at the EdmontonPower Centre. The role focuses on conducting EPC testing to verify functionality and conformance with customer specifications and EQMS/ISO 9001.

You will support production continuity, uphold Eaton’s high standards, and participate in safety programs. Ideal candidates have post-secondary education in Electrical Engineering Technology and 3-5 years in electrical testing, plus strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field.
• 3-5 years’ experience in electrical testing environment.
• Proficiency with MS Office.
• Must reside within 80km of Edmonton and be authorized to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Functionally test products by following test scripts, applying power to units and verifying function under load.
• Check wiring continuity, inspect components and perform dielectric tests.
• Troubleshoot with colleagues and provide technical support to production and MI teams.
• Help develop test procedures and standard method sheets with input from QA and engineering.
• Adhere to Eaton’s Philosophy, Values and Safety/Environmental Standards.

Skills

Electrical testing

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Minimal supervision

Continuous learning

Education

Post-secondary ed in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER PCS division is currently seeking a Tester.Eaton's Edmonton Power Centre (EPC) is our Canadian Manufacturing Facility that specializes in custom configurations of low and medium voltage switchgear, medium voltage motor control centres, and coordination centre for our Integrated Power Centre (E-House) offering.EPC creates custom product configurations, designs transition sections to replace outdated equipment, configures solutions for retrofit challenges, and manufactures unique front-access low and medium voltage switchgear solutions. We are committed to powering Canadian infrastructure in an environmentally friendly and energy-efficient way and are looking to hire passionate individuals who are enthusiastic about shaping the future of Eaton.

The hourly rate for this position is $$27-$31 per hour.

The hours for this position are Mon-Fri 7am-3:30pm

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you’ll do:

Reporting directly to the Quality Manager and working under the general direction of the testing team lead, this position is responsible for conducting all EPC testing work to verify the functionality and conformity of Eaton products to customer requirements and regulatory specifications. The tester ensures that Quality standards are followed in accordance with the Eaton Quality Management System (EQMS) and ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS). They support continuity of the production line and uphold Eaton’s High 5 areas of focus: Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Productivity.

In this function you will:

• Functionally test products by following test scripts, applying power to units, addressing, and checking the function of components under load, if required.
• Perform other testing functions involved in quality assurance by checking the continuity of wiring (buzz), visually checking components, mechanically inspecting units, checking for consistency, applying labels, completing checklists, and performing dielectric tests.
• Provide technical support to colleagues by troubleshooting as required, communicating, clarifying, and solving intermediate issues with production assembly, marketing, and manufacturing information (MI), seeking assistance from senior testers as needed.
• Partner with marketing and manufacturing information (MI) to assist in the development of test procedures and standard method sheets by providing feedback and input to new or revised procedures.
• Perform all job functions with adherence to Eaton’s Philosophy and Values as well as the Safety and Environmental Standards.
• Review and clarify Material Information documents to mechanically assemble or make standard modifications to doors, sub-assemblies, and parts of the tilt table apparatus.
• Actively participate in Safety and Gemba Walk programs.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Must have completed a post-secondary education in Electrical Engineering Technology or a related field.
• 3-5 years’ experience in an electrical testing environment is ideal.
• Basic knowledge and skills in MS Office.
• No relocation provided. Candidates must reside within 80km of Edmonton to be considered.
• Must be authorized to work in Canada without company sponsorship now and in the future.

Preferred qualifications:

• Familiarity with LEAN Manufacturing processes and Six Sigma tools.

Skills:

Position Criteria:

• Intermediate computer skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated continuous learning through cross training, learning new skills and refreshing prior skills

All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process as indicated. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.