Motor Test Technician I - Hands-On Lab & Data Analysis

Nidec; United States; Remote; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec is seeking a test technician to set up, test, and analyze motors/systems in an ISO 17025 accredited lab. You will follow procedures, run heat and performance tests, and use automated software to select motors for testing.

The role involves lab maintenance, data collection in Excel, soldering and assembly tasks, and collaborating with engineers to troubleshoot motor issues. First shift in the United States is expected.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or technical certificate preferred.
• On the job experience, mechanical or electrical in nature.
• Ability to make spreadsheets and graphs.
• Desire to learn new processes and systems.
• Work as a supportive team member.
• Familiarity and ability to effectively use or learn to use electronic test equipment - multimeters, oscilloscopes, etc.
• Good hands-on skills such as soldering, and mechanical assembly.
• Ability to collaborate with multi-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Good communication (written and verbal) and organization skills.
• Solid interpersonal skills and team orientation.
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow procedures to perform operational tests on electric motors in various labs.
• Run tests in the heat lab to determine the max temperature for safe operation, safety measures within the motor, and how the engine performs under preset conditions.
• Run performance tests to ensure motors operate according to specifications.
• Use an automated program to select and test motors on test fixtures.
• Setup and run tests on manual test boards and collect data using Excel.
• Assist with lab maintenance such as calibrating test equipment and cleaning lab stations.
• Prepare thermocouple wire for applications to motors (roll, strip, and weld).
• Attach thermocouple wire to motors to measure temperature.
• Unbox and check motors into the lab.
• Lift motors (up to 50 pounds) and secure them in a test fixture for testing.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on electrical/mechanical test fixtures.
• Complete lab and testing orders on time.
• Assist engineers with troubleshooting motor issues via deconstruction or testing.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Electrical experience

Hands-on skills

Technical problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree

Technical certificate

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Electronic test equipment

Job description

Nidec is seeking a test technician to set up, test, and analyze motors/systems in an ISO 17025 accredited lab. You will follow procedures, run heat and performance tests, and use automated software to select motors for testing.

The role involves lab maintenance, data collection in Excel, soldering and assembly tasks, and collaborating with engineers to troubleshoot motor issues. First shift in the United States is expected.