Electrical Test Technician — HV Testing & Improvement

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

Job summary

Generac Power Systems, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Test Technician for the 2nd shift to perform comprehensive testing and fault analysis on electrical products. You will interpret schematics, conduct low/medium voltage tests up to 10KV, and ensure records meet quality standards.

Responsibilities include following procedures, maintaining 5S workspace, collaborating on process improvements, and developing test procedures. Prior experience with transformer testing and ERP systems is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Power, High Voltage, Electrical Engineering, Utilities Engineering, Electro-magnetic/equivalent major.
• 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 of product testing in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Comply with the company and site safety and quality policies, processes, and procedures
• Maintain clean work environment and comply with 5S 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 to properly test all 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 to appropriate resources
• Collaborate on improving processes, lead times, productivity and 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

Skills

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Education

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

NFP70E Medium Voltage certification & NEC Training

Tools

SAP

Job description

Generac Power Systems, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Test Technician for the 2nd shift to perform comprehensive testing and fault analysis on electrical products. You will interpret schematics, conduct low/medium voltage tests up to 10KV, and ensure records meet quality standards.

Responsibilities include following procedures, maintaining 5S workspace, collaborating on process improvements, and developing test procedures. Prior experience with transformer testing and ERP systems is preferred.