Test Engineer

American Superconductor NE; Ayer (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

American Superconductor NE in MA is seeking a skilled technician to review and execute test plans for power-electronic systems. The role involves setting up equipment, data gathering, and reporting while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Qualified candidates will have a 2-year Associate Degree in Electronics and 4–6 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing or R&D environments, with strong test equipment proficiency and clear communication skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to troubleshoot PCB circuits and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of IGBT- and Thyristor-based power-electronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve test plans for power-electronic based systems; prepare product and equipment for test; execute test plans; gather, compile and summarize data; generate test reports/results.
• Troubleshoot and repair product as required.
• Construct test equipment according to specified requirements.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair production test equipment.
• Provide recommendations and documentation to product designers on design improvement.
• Train engineers, field service technicians and new hires on product test and safety.
• Direct outside subcontractors as required.
• Make decisions regarding safety and quality.
• Take lead in Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) activities with Manufacturing and Engineering.
• Direct manufacturing personnel regarding product quality issues.
• Recommend tools, test equipment and safety supplies and initiate requisition for purchase.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

PCB troubleshooting

Power electronics

Electrical systems

IGBT knowledge

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Test equipment

Education

Associate Degree in Electronics

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Regular Full-time Ayer, MA, US

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually

Functions:

• Review and approve test plans for power-electronic based systems; prepare product and equipment for test; execute test plans; gather, compile and summarize data; generate test reports/results
• Troubleshoot and repair product as required.
• Construct test equipment according to specified requirements.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair production test equipment.
• Provide recommendations and documentation to product designers on design improvement.
• Train engineers, field service technicians and new hires on product test, operation of test equipment, and testing safety.
• Direct outside subcontractors as required.
• Make decisions regarding safety and quality.
• Take lead in Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) activities with Manufacturing and Engineering.
• Direct manufacturing personnel regarding product quality issues.
• Recommend tools, test equipment and safety supplies and initiate requisition for purchase.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education - Experience:

• 2-year Associate Degree in Electronics or equivalent.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of hands-on experience in the manufacturing or R&D environments.

Required Skills, Competencies, Authorities and Training Needs:

• Ability to troubleshoot and repair PCB circuits, small-scale electrical systems and large-scale electrical systems using fundamental concepts.
• Knowledge of the control and operation of IGBT- and Thyristor-based power-electronic power system products.
• Demonstrated understanding of test methods for product test using currents up to the 5,000A range and voltages up to the 100,000V range.
• Demonstrated awareness of electrical hazards, usage of PPE and safety procedures.
• Able to work independently and provide solid decision making.
• Skill in use of manufacturing and electronic test equipment.
• Computer literate in word-processing, spread-sheet and presentation-preparation programs
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly both orally and in writing.
• Able to lift 75 pounds or exert 75 pounds of force on a regular basis.
• Tasks often involve long periods of standing.