ASSOCIATE TESTER/TECHNICIAN

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Batesburg-Leesville (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in rail solutions is seeking an Associate Tester/Technician in Batesburg, SC. This role involves troubleshooting printed circuit boards and performing various inspections to ensure compliance with high-quality standards. Candidates should have a customer-focused attitude and the ability to work in a team environment. The position offers a chance to contribute to innovative rail solutions in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience with troubleshooting printed circuit boards.
• Knowledge of soldering, crimping, and torque requirements.

Responsibilities

• Comprehend test specifications and interpret engineering specifications.
• Perform electrical, mechanical, and electromechanical inspections/tests.
• Record inspection/test results in MES.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Customer-focused

Teamwork

Education

Electronics associate's degree

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Description

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Associate Tester/Technician who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Batesburg, SC.

Who We Are

Hitachi Rail is a fully integrated, global provider of rail solutions across rolling stock, signaling, service & maintenance, digital technology and turnkey. With a presence in 38 countries across three continents and over 13,000 employees, our mission is to contribute to society through the continuous development of superior rail transport solutions.

Accountabilities
• Comprehend test specifications and interpret drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams and engineering specifications for testing product.
• Properly use semi-automatic testers and electronic and mechanical measuring/test equipment and fixtures, including routine maintenance, setup and programming etc.
• Perform a variety of electrical, mechanical, and electromechanical inspections/tests for checking all the part/product characteristics using already documented engineering specifications. In cases of non-conformity, define cause, troubleshoot the unit to determine problem, correct problem, and retest
• Record inspection/test results and test configuration in MES and/ or as designated by departmental and global procedures.
• Utilizes experience, selects the best means to inspect/ troubleshoot/ test in the most efficient manner.
• Inspects own work for accuracy (prefer IPC 610 certification) and completeness, highest quality standards, and compliance to HSE and Safety critical requirements

Required Skills/ Knowledge

• 1-3 years of experience with troubleshooting of printed circuit boards to the lowest component level (replacing capacitors, resistors, ic’s, power supplies etc) and effectively using different types of test equipment
• Must be able to perform work consistent with Hitachi Rail workmanship standards
• Test products within specifications in required amount of time, meeting department and individual goals as established.
• Knowledge or the products and product families – electronic assemblies, printed circuit boards, etc.
• Knowledge of special processes – soldering, crimping, and torque requirements
• Customer-focused attitude with dedication to continuous improvement
• Ability to work in a team environment and build effective relationships
• Use of MS Office, Team Center, and SAP

Desired Skills/ Knowledge

• Prefer minimum 2 year degree in electronics engineering and experience in the electronics field and or military training in electronics.
• Basic soldering - will accept pervious soldering certificate – prefer IPC771 / 7722 certification
• Basic crimp style terminations - will accept pervious crimping certificate – prefer IPC620 certification

Education / Qualifications

Electronics associate's degree or Military Experience.

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Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.

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