Lab Technician

WEG Company; Bluffton (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

WEG Company laboratory is seeking a dependable Laboratory Technician to install, test, and validate electric motors and related equipment in accordance with procedures. This role supports daily lab operations, improves test efficiency, and ensures reliable results with strong safety and quality standards.

You will work closely with engineering and cross-functional teams to develop testing benches, document activities, and prepare reports for internal and customer use.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Associate’s Degree preferred.
• 1–3 years of laboratory, electrical, or technical experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of electric motor theory and winding concepts.
• Ability to read standards, procedures, drawings, and electrical schematics.
• Experience assembling and testing electrical or electronic equipment.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Familiar with safety policies and lab standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform electric motor and gearbox testing using standard laboratory equipment and procedures.
• Collect, receive, label, test, and analyze motors; accurately record results in ENS or other related system.
• Prepare and submit test reports to engineering teams and customers.
• Maintain laboratory organization, cleanliness, safety, and equipment calibration.
• Assisting in the development, improvement, and validation of new testing benches, fixtures, and laboratory test procedures in collaboration with engineering.
• Support new product development testing, validation, and certification efforts.
• Monitor motor inventory and laboratory tools; order supplies as needed.
• Collaborate with engineering and cross-functional teams on test requests.
• Maintain daily logs, procedures, and documentation.
• Follow all safety policies and laboratory standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electric motor theory

Electrical diagrams

Laboratory testing

Data recording

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Associate's Degree

Tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Description

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for installing, testing, and validating electric motors and related equipment in accordance with established procedures and specifications. This role supports daily laboratory operations, improves test efficiency, ensures reliable results, and documents all activities. The technician works closely with engineering and other teams while maintaining safety, organization, and quality standards.

Main Responsibilities

• Perform electric motor and gearbox testing using standard laboratory equipment and procedures
• Collect, receive, label, test, and analyze motors; accurately record results in ENS or other related system
• Prepare and submit test reports to engineering teams and customers
• Maintain laboratory organization, cleanliness, safety, and equipment calibration
• Assisting in the development, improvement, and validation of new testing benches, fixtures, and laboratory test procedures in collaboration with engineering
• Support new product development testing, validation, and certification efforts
• Monitor motor inventory and laboratory tools; order supplies as needed
• Collaborate with engineering and cross-functional teams on test requests
• Maintain daily logs, procedures, and documentation
• Follow all safety policies and laboratory standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Associate’s Degree preferred
• 1–3 years of relevant laboratory, electrical, or technical experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of electric motor theory, winding concepts, and electrical diagrams
• Ability to read and interpret standards, procedures, specifications, drawings, and electrical schematics
• Experience assembling, installing, testing, and maintaining electrical or electronic equipment using hand tools and power supplies
• Ability to inspect electrical systems and components to identify defects, hazards, or compliance issues
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Comfortable working with electrical power systems and laboratory test equipment
• Proficient computer skills and ability to learn new laboratory systems and procedures
• Continuous improvement mindset and openness to change