Electrical Test Technician

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Mount Pleasant (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Mount Pleasant, PA seeks an Electrical Test Technician to perform precise laboratory testing and analysis, ensuring compliance with quality specifications. You will operate test equipment, record results, and support continuous QA improvements in a collaborative team.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, documentation, and mentoring of junior staff while maintaining adherence to safety and regulatory standards on-site.

Qualifications

• Vocational or technical education in Electronics Technology.
• Broad knowledge of laboratory procedures and tools.
• Familiarity with industry testing equipment and standards.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and solve complex problems.
• Strong analytical and documentation skills.
• Experience mentoring or assisting junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and advanced quantitative and qualitative tests.
• Perform measurements, calculations, and evaluations of test results.
• Analyze experiments to confirm conformity to specifications.
• Operate standard and specialized laboratory equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of tests and analyses.
• Provide guidance and training to junior team members.
• Troubleshoot non-routine problems requiring analytical skills.
• Support continuous improvement in quality assurance processes.

Skills

Electrical testing

Laboratory procedures

Analytical thinking

Documentation

Mentoring

Education

Vocational or technical education in Electronics Technology

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Calibration equipment

Job description

About Us

At Hitachi Energy, we’re committed to advancing a sustainable energy future.

Job Description

The Opportunity

Join us as an Electrical Test Technician at our Mount Pleasant, PA site and play a critical role in ensuring product excellence through precise testing and analysis. You’ll perform a variety of laboratory procedures to verify quality standards, analyze results, and maintain compliance with physical and chemical specifications.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Conduct routine and advanced quantitative and qualitative tests.
• Perform measurements, calculations, and evaluations of test results.
• Analyze experiments to confirm conformity to specifications.
• Operate standard and specialized laboratory equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of tests and analyses.
• Provide guidance and training to junior team members.
• Troubleshoot non-routine problems requiring analytical skills.
• Support continuous improvement in quality assurance processes.

Your Background

• Vocational or technical education in Electronics Technology, or related field.
• Broad knowledge of laboratory procedures and tools from extensive experience.
• Familiarity with industry-specific testing equipment and standards.
• Ability to work under limited supervision and solve complex problems.
• Strong analytical and documentation skills.
• Experience mentoring or assisting lower-level employees.

More About Us

• At Hitachi Energy, we’re committed to advancing a sustainable energy future.
• We offer global career growth, continuous learning, and development opportunities.
• Join a diverse, collaborative team driving innovation and impact worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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