Sr. Electrical Test Technician

Tecogen Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401k

Paid vacation

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Tecogen Inc. in North Billerica, MA is seeking a Senior Electronics - Electrical Test Technician to develop and maintain robust test solutions for advanced electronics products.

The role requires hands-on work through high/low voltage analysis, non-destructive troubleshooting, environmental testing, and QC signoffs with 4+ years in manufacturing. Responsibilities include PCB testing, documenting procedures, calibration management, and collaboration with Engineering to improve test plans and

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience as Electrical Test Technician in manufacturing
• Experience with high/low voltage electrical analysis and repairs
• Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot control systems
• PLC maintenance and troubleshooting experience preferred
• IPC-A-610, A-620 and J-STD-001 training a plus

Responsibilities

• Conduct electrical checkout on circuitry and troubleshoot issues
• Oversee testing of PCBs and manage PCB inventory
• Prepare QC documentation prior to releasing to Test team
• Operate DMM, oscilloscope and related test equipment
• Develop and document test procedures with Engineering
• Calibrate and oversee calibration program with Metrology supplier

Skills

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Electrical schematics

Control systems

PLC maintenance

Hands-on workshop

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree in engineering technology

Tools

DMM

Oscilloscope

PQA

Test equipment

Job description

Located in North Billerica, MA, Tecogen is seeking an experienced, hands-on, Electronics - Electrical Test Technician to work in our manufacturing facility.Tecogen designs and manufactures engine driven industrial generators, chillers and heat pumps.This position requires performing a diverse set of diagnostic electrical, temperature, pressure, and mechanical testing of our products.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Test Technician will play a critical role in developing, implementing, and maintaining robust test solutions for our advanced electronics products. This position requires a hands-on individual who can work through each step of high/low voltage electrical analysis, which will include electrical test, non-destructive troubleshooting, environmental testing, writing procedures, and completing QC signoffs. Requires at least 4 years of demonstrated controls troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct electrical checkout on circuitry and troubleshoot various issues
• Oversee testing of PCB’s, diagnose issues and managing PCB inventory
• Complete all QC documentation prior to releasing to Test team
• Operate available test equipment such as DMM, PQA, Oscilloscope, etc.
• Work on several analyses concurrently
• Ensure tasks are performed on time, safely, and in a professional manner
• Participate and collaborate across various departments
• Perform quality control inspection points for various machines
• Following procedures, perform Electrical Check Out on various machines
• Develop test procedures and work instructions in collaboration with Engineering group
• Oversee calibration program.Work directly with Metrology company in collecting tools and schedule pick up / drop off
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reliability, and quality within assembly and manufacturing processes
• Contribute to robust product test plans and methods in partnership with Product and Test Engineering teams
• Participate in technical meetings
• Set up, assemble, test, and install control system electronic hardware
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 4 years’ experience as an Electrical Test Technician performing high voltage circuit analysis, troubleshooting, and repairs
• Associate’s degree in engineering technology preferred, but not required
• Strong electrical and mechanical skills, proficiency with 480-or 208-volt three phase, 120 VAC, and 24 VDC control and power systems is a must
• Must be able to read and understand standard electrical schematics and be skilled in troubleshooting control systems during start up, debug and servicing.
• Strong PLC maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting skills desired
• IPC-A- 610, A-620 and J-STD-001 training a strong plus
• Knowledge of 3 phase, single phase, DC power circuits, and control logic
• Ability to independently analyze, troubleshoot, and repair electrical/electronic problems in wiring, harnesses, PC boards and control systems
• Ability to read schematics, ladder diagrams, and wire run lists
• Ability to record, extrapolate, report, and communicate data and test results
• Experience in using electrical test equipment
• Experience in electronic component failure analysis
• Excellent computer skills, familiar with networking, MS Office applications
• Hands-on experience in a workshop setting, including manufacturing, assembly, and prototyping
• Motivated, team-oriented, and passionate about engineering and manufacturing
• Able to stand and walk on concrete floors for extended periods of time

ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:

• Reports directly to the Manufacturing Manager
• Work hours: Monday – Friday 7:30am – 4:00pm but negotiable, Saturday if necessary

Tecogen offers a comprehensive benefits package including full health and dental insurance (75% paid by Tecogen), company matched 401k, paid vacation and holidays, overtime, tuition reimbursement, short and long-term disability and life insurance.