Electrical Test Technician/ Laboratory Technician- Centralia, MO

Hubbell; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hubbell is seeking a skilled laboratory technician to provide testing services for electrical utility products in an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited lab. Responsibilities include executing test plans, preparing reports, and supporting product development.

The ideal candidate will have a 2-year post-secondary education, relevant experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word. Join Hubbell to contribute to crucial product test programs.

Qualifications

• Completion of a 2-year post-secondary education or training program.
• Relevant experience with product testing and laboratory operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Perform product testing of electrical utility products.
• Execute test plans using established lab procedures.
• Prepare accurate test reports on testing objects and results.
• Make routine technical decisions within approved procedures.
• Review collected test data for accuracy and consistency.
• Participate in laboratory support activities.
• Collaborate with engineers to support product development.
• Comply with laboratory safety and quality requirements.

Skills

Product testing

Electricity knowledge

Laboratory operations

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Microsoft Word proficiency

Education

Completion of a 2-year post-secondary education or training program

Tools

Drafting or design software (Autodesk, Solid Works)

Job description

Job Overview

Provide laboratory testing services such as mechanical, environmental, high-voltage, high-power, and continuous current testing to Hubbell business units and third-party customers. Typical products tested are electrical utility distribution and transmission products. Supports product test programs in an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory using established test methods with developing technical independence.

A Day In The Life

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform product testing of electrical utility products by operating test equipment in an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory.
• Execute test plans using established laboratory procedures, quality documents, and industry standards.
• Prepare accurate test reports describing test objects, equipment used, procedures, and results.
• Make routine technical decisions within approved procedures and elevate abnormal conditions or results.
• Review collected test data for basic accuracy and consistency with test plans.
• Participate in laboratory support activities including calibration, maintenance, training, cleaning, safety, and improvement projects.
• Collaborate with engineers and peers to support product development, R&D, and design/process changes.
• Comply with laboratory safety, quality, and accreditation requirements at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

What will help you thrive in this role?

Required

• Completion of a 2-year post-secondary education or training program (associate degree, trade school, military training, or approved formal OJT).
• Relevant experience with product testing, electricity, power generation, automation, machining, or laboratory operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.

Preferred but not required

• Experience with drafting or design software (e.g., Autodesk, Solid Works, etc).
• Exposure to data acquisition systems, basic programming, or PLC-based systems.
• Familiarity with industry standards (IEC, IEEE, ANSI, ASTM, ISO, CSA, etc).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions; ability to travel on business-related trips; ability to communicate; ability to work on a personal computer or laboratory equipment as required.

EEO Statement

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.