Electrical Test Technician: MV Switchgear & Control

States Manufacturing Corporation; Dayton (MN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/ESST

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Paid weekly

Vision and Dental Insurance

401K / Life Insurance / STD

Job summary

Paylocity in Minnesota is seeking an electrical test technician responsible for inspecting and testing equipment, collaborating with engineers and management, and ensuring accurate record-keeping and status reporting for projects.

The role requires testing of power equipment and control systems, troubleshooting PLC/HMI platforms, and maintaining safe, calibrated gear. Strong problem solving and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience or education in electrical equipment testing and troubleshooting.
• Ability to learn, or experience with programming PLCs and HMIs.
• Understanding of 3-phase power systems and practical troubleshooting skills.
• Reading schematics and blueprints for power, control, automation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Setup, testing and troubleshooting of low and medium voltage switchgear, ATS’s, circuit breakers, protective relays, and control systems.
• Provide internal technical support to manufacturing, engineering and field service.
• Troubleshoot and assist in configuration of control systems utilizing PLC/HMI control platforms.
• Perform product testing and reporting and documenting of results.
• Assist with redline drawing updates.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with manufacturers and vendor representatives.
• Projects a positive, professional image of the company in all communications with customers, vendors, and suppliers.
• Stays current with product updates, equipment and technology, code changes, personal certifications and training.
• Develops and delivers training on client applications.
• Supports Factory Witness Testing with customers and suppliers.
• Ensures equipment is safe to use, calibrated and properly configured.

Skills

Electrical testing

PLC/HMI programming

Schematic reading

Problem solving

Project management

Analytical skills

Office software

Tools

PLC

HMI

Job description

Paylocity in Minnesota is seeking an electrical test technician responsible for inspecting and testing equipment, collaborating with engineers and management, and ensuring accurate record-keeping and status reporting for projects.

The role requires testing of power equipment and control systems, troubleshooting PLC/HMI platforms, and maintaining safe, calibrated gear. Strong problem solving and communication skills are essential.