Special Testing Operator - High Voltage

Knowles Corporation; Liberty (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Knowles Corporation in Liberty, SC is seeking a dedicated technician to electrically test high voltage capacitors per engineering specs and quality standards. You will operate LCR, IR, and LC meters, perform pulse testing, and document results according to procedures.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or GED, ability to convert SAE and metric measurements, and basic computer skills with Excel and Word. You will work in a environment with exposure to moving parts and loud noise.

Qualifications

• Ability to convert SAE/Metric measurements and engineering prefixes (milli, micro, etc.).
• High School diploma or GED.
• Familiarity with test procedures and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Electrically test capacitors using LCR, IR, and LC meters.
• Conduct capacitor voltage testing (AC and DC).
• Set up and perform pulse testing of capacitors.
• Configure complex testing with inverters and resonant frequency circuits.
• Perform mechanical tests for dimension accuracy of capacitors.
• Read and follow advanced test procedures including military standards.
• Adhere to high quality standards while maintaining peak performance.

Skills

Technical reading comprehension

Verbal and written communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Math for unit conversions (SAE/Metric)

Tools

LCR meter

IR meter

LC meter

Pulse testing setup

Test software

Job description

Overview: Electrically test high voltage capacitors according to engineering specifications and quality standards

Job Responsibilities

• Electrically test capacitors using LCR, IR, and LC meters
• Capacitor voltage testing, AC and DC
• Set up and perform pulse testing of capacitors
• Ability to set up complex testing involving inverters and resonant frequency circuits
• Performs mechanical tests of capacitors for dimension accuracy
• Ability to read and follow advanced test procedures including military standards
• Ability to adhere to the highest standard of quality while continually performing at the highest level possible

Language Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend oral and written instructions and other manufacturing documents
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with managers and co-workers

Computer Skills

• Ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word and additional test specific software
• Ability to read and understand test specifications

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, walk, and sit - Full body movement
• Constant alertness
• Routinely lift or move up to 50 lbs.

Education Requirements

• Mathematical: Ability to convert between SAE, Metric measurements, and engineering prefixes (i.e. milli, micro(µ), etc.)
• High School diploma or GED

Work Environment

• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and the potential of electrical shocks
• Occasionally exposed to exterior temperature conditions - heat in the summer, cold in the winter
• Regularly exposed to loud noise