Electrical Test Technician– 1st Shift – $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

Generac Power Systems; Sussex (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems is seeking an Electrical Test Technician for the 1st shift in Sussex, WI to perform system tests, analyze failure modes, and conduct minor repairs while maintaining records and coordinating with engineering. The role requires an associate degree in a related field, NFP70EMV certification, and 2 years of product testing experience.

SAP/ERP experience and strong problem‑solving skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in Power, High Voltage, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• NFP70E Medium Voltage certification and NEC Training within 30 days of start.
• Minimum 2 years of product testing in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safety, quality policies and procedures.
• Maintain clean work environment and 5S standards.
• Test products, models, and subassemblies per procedures and instructions.
• Interpret schematics/drawings to test products properly.
• Perform low/medium voltage tests up to 10kV on floor/production areas.

Skills

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Test equipment operation

Documentation

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s degree in Power, High Voltage, Electrical Engineering, Utilities Engineering, Electro-magnetic/equivalent major

NFP70E Medium Voltage certification

2 years of product testing in a manufacturing environment

Tools

SAP

ERP system (Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics)

Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we’ve turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

**$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS**

Electrical Test Technician – 1st Shift

Monday - Thursday 5AM - 3:30 PM

Pay: $26 - $37/hour

The Electrical Test Technician is expected to perform system tests, conform to production and quality standards, analyze failure modes, and perform minor repairs in workstation. The tester ensures all records are kept and confers with appropriate resources when issues arise.

Responsibilities:

• Comply withthe company and site safety and quality policies, processes, and procedures
• Maintain clean work environment andcomply with5S standards
• Follow and complete established procedures, processes, and policies
• Use standard work, programs, and work instructions to test all products, models, and/or subassemblies
• Interpret schematics and drawings toproperly testall products
• Low/Medium Voltage Testing: Perform preliminary and low-voltage electrical tests (up to 10KV) in both manufacturing and test floor environments. This suite of tests encompasses Doble, Hipot, resistance, DGA, CT Test
• Develop/co-develop written test procedures and/or troubleshooting guides for other technicians/testers
• Troubleshoot and document all product, models, and/or subassemblies appropriately to meet quality standards
• Perform minor repairs per work instruction/standard work within takt time; refer major repairs toappropriate resources
• Collaborate on improving processes, lead times,productivityand cost using the DTZ process
• Obtain and renew safety certification as needed to properly move and/or test all products, models, and/or subassemblies
• Inform maintenance team of preventative maintenance opportunities for test equipment
• Program systems on the product to perform testing as needed
• Demonstrate an advanced technical aptitude to perform testing for complex, infrequent, and variable products
• Work on assignments beyond product testing, participating in CI or NPI related initiatives
• Work with Engineering to enhance test procedures
• Act as a technical expert on product test, quality, and process issues with other areas

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in Power, High Voltage, Electrical Engineering, Utilities Engineering, Electro-magnetic/equivalent major or 2 years’ experience with Transformer Factory Acceptance Testing or Field Commissioning Testing.
• NFP70E Medium Voltage certification & NEC Training (achieved within 30 days of start in role prior to beginning electrical work)
• 2 years ofproducttesting in a manufacturing environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate problem solving and troubleshooting skills to implementappropriate countermeasures
• Intermediate PC knowledge
• Understand testing process
• Perform basic reading and math functions
• Perform basic manufacturing assembly skills
• Work in a team environment effectively
• Model positive and professional work ethic
• Train other employees

Preferred Job Requirements

• Certified (Industrial Journeyman/Master) Electrician
• Intermediate knowledge of mechanical testing with ability to diagnose potential failure mechanisms
• Experience in root cause problem solving (5 Why, 8D, PDCA, etc.)
• Experience effectively training other employees to work instructions/standard work
• Previousexperience using SAP or equivalent ERP system (Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics,etc.)

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job include are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.)

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”