Electrical Test Engineer I - Production Support

Raycap Inc; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) employer contribution

Job summary

Raycap, Inc. in Kearny, NJ is seeking an Electrical Engineer I for production support focused on testing and verification of switchgear and power distribution equipment.

Embedded with the test team, you will act as the engineering technical lead for electrical testing and provide day-to-day engineering support to wiring and assembly areas. You will resolve technical issues on the production floor, improve test methods and documentation, and ensure products meet drawings, customer requirements,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 0–3 years of experience in electrical manufacturing, testing, or production engineering.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control drawings.
• Hands-on proficiency with electrical test equipment such as digital multimeters, hi-pot testers, insulation resistance testers, and clamp meters.
• Familiarity with UL 891, UL 508A, NEC, NFPA 70E preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; AutoCAD Electrical experience a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Occasional travel to other Raycap facilities or customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the engineering technical lead for electrical test of switchgear and switchboard lineups, including dielectric (hi-pot), insulation resistance, continuity/point-to-point, and functional/operational testing
• Develop, and improve test procedures, test data sheets, and test reports; ensure test results are complete, accurate, and traceable
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, one‑line diagrams, and control circuit drawings to support testing and troubleshooting, including CT/VT secondary circuits, breaker auxiliary and control circuits, metering, and relaying
• Troubleshoot wiring, component, and functional failures found during test; identify root cause and drive corrective action with the wiring, assembly, and design teams
• Provide engineering support to the wiring and electrical assembly areas on drawing interpretation, wire sizing and routing, terminations, and workmanship standards
• Review drawings and bills of material for manufacturability and testability; provide feedback to Design Engineering and initiate drawing change requests as needed
• Support first‑article builds and new product introductions from a production and test standpoint
• Support UL 891 and UL 508A compliance on the production floor, including component substitution reviews, labeling, and workmanship requirements; support UL field inspections
• Establish and enforce safe electrical work practices in the test area in accordance with NFPA 70E and company safety policies, including test area setup, barriers, PPE, and energization procedures
• Train and mentor test technicians and wiring personnel on test methods, drawing interpretation, and quality requirements
• Participate in nonconformance reviews and continuous improvement activities to reduce rework, test failures, and cycle time

Skills

Read electrical schematics

Electrical testing

Low-voltage distribution

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Microsoft Office

Job description

Raycap, Inc. in Kearny, NJ is seeking an Electrical Engineer I for production support focused on testing and verification of switchgear and power distribution equipment.

Embedded with the test team, you will act as the engineering technical lead for electrical testing and provide day-to-day engineering support to wiring and assembly areas. You will resolve technical issues on the production floor, improve test methods and documentation, and ensure products meet drawings, customer requirements,