Electrical Test Technician – PLC/HMI & Switchgear Testing

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc.; Dayton (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/ESST

Paid holidays

Health insurance $100 deductible/ $300

Paid Weekly

Vision and Dental Insurance

401K / Life Insurance / STD

Job summary

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. is seeking an experienced equipment tester to inspect, test, troubleshoot, and record-keeping of equipment, coordinating with engineers, assemblers, and management to report project status.

The role includes setup and testing of low/medium voltage systems, field support, and training delivery for client applications, while staying updated on product changes and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Experience or education in electrical equipment testing and troubleshooting.
• Ability to learn or experience with PLCs and HMIs.
• Understanding of 3-phase power systems and related concepts.
• Training in electrical theory and related technologies.
• Background in low/medium voltage electrical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Setup, testing and troubleshooting of low and medium voltage switchgear, ATSs, circuit breakers, relays, and control systems.
• Provide internal technical support to manufacturing, engineering and field service.
• Troubleshoot and assist in configuration of PLC/HMI control platforms.
• Perform product testing and document results.
• Assist with redline drawing updates.
• Develop and maintain relationships with manufacturers and vendors.
• Present a professional image in all customer communications.
• Stay current with product updates, codes and training.
• Develop and deliver training on client applications.
• Support Factory Witness Testing with customers and suppliers.
• Ensure equipment is safe, calibrated and correctly configured.

Skills

Electrical testing

PLC/HMI programming

3-phase power systems

Reading schematics

MS Office

Education

Electrical industry background or education

Electrical theory training

Power generation controls (diesel)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. is seeking an experienced equipment tester to inspect, test, troubleshoot, and record-keeping of equipment, coordinating with engineers, assemblers, and management to report project status.

The role includes setup and testing of low/medium voltage systems, field support, and training delivery for client applications, while staying updated on product changes and safety practices.