Operational Test Technician I – Electrical & Validation

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL); Torreón de Cañas; On-site; MXN 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) in Durango, Mexico seeks a technician to perform and document electrical/electronic tests on panels and equipment. You will validate customer specifications, conduct insulation and continuity tests, and ensure deviations are resolved, while following SEL safety and quality practices.

Strong written and spoken English, teamwork, and a proactive learning attitude are required; Windows and Office skills are preferred. 2+ years in manufacturing is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree (A.S.) in Electrical/Technician related disciplines, Technician in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics or relevant discipline
• Self-motivated with continuous desire to learn and find solutions
• Basic English (able to read drawings)
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Background check results satisfactory to SEL
• Negative drug test result(s)

Responsibilities

• Perform and document operational test processes to ensure the correct functioning of the equipment in accordance with the technical documentation and current standards.
• Validate the customer’s specification, special specs vs. Panel Construction.
• Perform insulation tests in accordance with the procedure established per customer specifications.
• Perform the continuity test in accordance with the procedure established.
• Perform the mechanical test to the equipment (switches, relays, etc.) to ensure their correct functionality.
• Validate, record and ensure that all deviations found during the test are clarified and fixed.
• Provide constructive, respectful feedback to the production floor about your findings to improve production processes.
• Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, World Class Manufacturing Principles, and SEL safety standards.
• Train and mentor team members and suggest modifications to work instructions as needed.
• Improve the performance and efficiency of the testing area: Identify, Measure, Improve, and Analyze. Work independently, efficiently and effectively.
• Understand. Create. Simplify.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) in Durango, Mexico seeks a technician to perform and document electrical/electronic tests on panels and equipment. You will validate customer specifications, conduct insulation and continuity tests, and ensure deviations are resolved, while following SEL safety and quality practices.

Strong written and spoken English, teamwork, and a proactive learning attitude are required; Windows and Office skills are preferred. 2+ years in manufacturing is a plus.