Test Engineer

AMSC; Ayer (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AMSC is seeking a skilled engineer to support SPS production group vacuum processing, leak testing and measurement of components and systems. The role requires knowledge of vacuum systems and related components, including gas/vacuum control and cryogenic equipment.

The successful candidate will review test plans, prepare for testing, troubleshoot, and repair as needed, and lead CPI activities with Manufacturing and Engineering. Strong communication and safety awareness are essential.

Qualifications

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

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, operation of test equipment, and testing safety.
• Direct outside subcontractors as required.
• Make decisions regarding safety and quality.
• Take lead in 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

Troubleshooting

PCB circuits

Power electronics

Test equipment

Safety procedures

Data analysis

Education

Associate degree in Electronics

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Electrical measurement tools

Job description

Summary – Job Responsibilities – Activities:

The successful candidate will work as part of the SPS production group vacuum processing, leak checking and measuring various components and systems. The types of equipment are as follows: gas / vacuum control and handling equipment, cryogenic equipment, and various equipment used in the production of SPS products. Knowledge of vacuum systems and related vacuum components is required.

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.