Electrical Tester I

Eaton; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable incentive program

Job summary

Eaton is seeking an Electrical Tester I for our Sumter, SC facility on a 1st shift (M-F, 6am-2:30pm). The role tests switchboard products, verifies wiring, and programs controllers to ensure timely order fulfillment and quality adherence.

Salary is $26.00/hour with eligibility for a variable incentive program. Responsibilities include electrical testing with hi-pot and other devices, maintaining documentation, and training production staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Associates degree in electronics/mechatronics or military tech equivalent preferred.
• 1+ year electrical testing experience or related work.
• Wiring experience on switchboards or power distribution products.
• Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Test switchboard and panelboard products per instructions and regulations.
• Use testing devices to verify switches, circuit breakers, and wiring.
• Ensure documentation reflects current revisions and discard outdated docs.
• Maintain necessary product literature with jobs.
• Record nonconformances and communicate issues for corrective action.
• Identify suspect products to prevent misuse and train production staff.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical problem-solving

Electrical knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree in Electronics or Mechatronics or equivalent military training

BS in Engineering (preferred)

Tools

High-Pot tester

Continuity tester

Test kits

Multi-meters

Job description

Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Electrical Tester I.The hours for this position are 1st Shift: M-F, 6am-2:30pm

The hourly rate for this position is $26.00/hour per hour.

This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What You'll Do

Primary Responsibility

Eaton is currently seeking an Electrical Tester I to join our team. This position is based at our Sumter, SC facility.

Position Overview

The Electrical Tester will verify correct wiring, verify components, program controllers, and conduct electrical testing of switchboard products and components, as required, per applicable test procedure and/or component literature with the overall goal of timely order fulfillment and adherence to Eaton's quality standards.

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It's where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential- and where you can help us reach ours.

In This Function You Will

• Test Switchboard & Panelboard product produced on all lines, according to testing work instructions and in accordance with applicable governmental requirements, to uncover product non-conformances. Document inspections made on applicable checklist
• Utilize High-Pot, continuity tester, trip test kits, test wagon, and component-specific testing devices to perform electrical testing. Verify switches and circuit breakers function properly. Conduct electrical tests per safety and training requirements and procedures. (HiPot, Shunt Trip, component Testing, configuration, NETA testing, and communication)
• Verify that any revisions released to the production floor regarding wiring are incorporated into the product, all documentation reflects the current revision, and previous revisions of documents are destroyed.
• Ensure that component literature and necessary product documentation are included with the job.
• Document nonconformance's, which are critical quality records, to aid problem solving and continuous improvement efforts. Communicate production non-conformances to appropriate production personnel in a timely manner and verify required rework. Communicate design errors to appropriate front-end personnel for correction, obtain revisions, and verify required rework.
• Ensure that suspect product is identified as such at all times to prevent unintended use.
• Serve as informal trainer for to production personnel.

Qualifications

Required (Basic) Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Must meet one of the following qualifications:
• Associate's Degree in Electronics or Mechatronics from an accredited institution OR Military technical school equivalent diploma in a related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience performing electrical testing (troubleshooting, circuits, testing electronics, product testing, system diagnosis).
• 1 year of experience wiring Switchboard or Power Distribution products.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the US on a continuous basis without company sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years of experience performing electrical testing (troubleshooting, circuits, testing electronics, product testing, system diagnosis).
• BS in engineering

Skills

Position Criteria

• This position requires a minimum 2-year commitment in order to support full project implementation. If selected for this role, your eligibility to bid on other roles will reset for a period of 2 years unless approved by manager/HR. Receiving an offer for this role does not represent an employment contract.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, persuasive skills, and analytical problem-solving skills. Work with individuals and groups to effectively participate within team environment.
• Requires thorough knowledge of basic electricity, current flow, and component functionality.
• Requires thorough knowledge of all assembled SWBD product designs (i.e. PRL-C, PRL-I, IFS, etc.)
• Requires thorough knowledge related to wiring of various components
• Requires thorough knowledge of basic electricity, current flow, component functionality, and assembly processes on all lines. (HiPot , Shunt Trip, component Testing, configuration, NETA testing, and communication)
• Requires competency in applicable UL codes, NEC codes, regional utility codes, customer‑specific requirements.
• Requires the ability to read, comprehend, and interpret manufacturing documents, including front view, MIs, Blow-Thrus, Wiring Diagrams, component literature, engineering drawings, and testing procedures.
• Requires the ability to work with multi-meters, the ability to trouble shoot complex electronics, and to follow established safety procedures.

Additional Information

Expected to work with some degree of independence and make decisions that affect the workgroup. Focus efforts on attaining assigned goals and objectives, which include meeting needs and expectations of internal and external customers.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift a minimum of 35lbs with reasonable accommodation. Incumbent must be able to stand for extended periods of time. Repetitive lifting, bending, and squatting is inherent to this position.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to noise and frequently exposed to dust.

Organizational Relationships

Next Level Above Immediate Supervisor: Quality Manager

Immediate Supervisor: Electrical Test Supervisor

Position: Electrical Tester

Peers: Inspector, Quality Analyst

Subordinates

Dimensions

• Warranty Costs

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