Electrical Test Technician

ABB Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Inc. in Richmond, VA seeks a Test Operations Manager to lead testing and inspections during manufacturing to ensure quality and compliance with specifications. You will execute work according to ABB workflows and safety guidelines, reporting non-conformance as needed.

On-site role focused on pre-testing, FAT checks, and troubleshooting, with precise documentation and data management to support regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in the electrical industry.
• Experience with calibrated meters, schematics, and electrical diagrams.
• Ability to read line diagrams and symbols, and document data.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and inspections during manufacturing to ensure quality.
• Execute work per workflows and ABB standard processes.
• Report non-compliance and identify root causes.
• Maintain testing records and documentation for regulatory compliance.

Skills

Calibrated meters

Reading schematics

Line diagrams

Electrical symbols

Data documentation

Uploading software

Troubleshooting electrical components

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Associates Degree in the electrical field

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Test Operations Manager

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to conduct testing and inspections during the manufacturing process to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications. Each day, you will execute the assigned work according to agreed workflows and in accordance with ABB standard processes and safety guidelines and report any non-compliance. You will also showcase your expertise by performing tests or checks by following procedures and instructions defined in manuals and test scripts.

The work model for the role is: Onsite

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Performing physical pre-testing activities for newly developed products to ensure product quality and validating manufacturing processes.
• Assisting the team in performing all required checks as part of the Factory Acceptance Testing process.
• Inspecting and troubleshooting any identified issues, determining root causes, and implementing corrective actions in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Maintaining accurate testing records, data, and documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and quality management systems.

You will join a high performing team, where you will be able to thrive. Learning to obtain quality testing techniques following all safety protocols.

Qualifications for the role

• You are immersed in working with others in a team oriented environment in the Electrification market.
• You have at least 1-2 years of experience in the electrical industry.
• Highly adept using calibrated meters, reading schematics, line diagrams, knowledge of electrical symbols, documenting data results, uploading software, and troubleshooting electrical components.
• You are innovative around PDU, STS, UPS, testing at mid range voltage levels, working with others and critical thinking.
• Associates Degree in the electrical field.
• You are at ease communicating in English.

More about us

ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division's technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division's portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world's largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Division's ABB Ability Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.

We value people from different backgrounds.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?