Test Engineering Technician

Davita Inc.; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the engineering sector is seeking a Test Engineering Technician to enhance its test operations. The role involves supporting capital projects, automating processes, and maintaining test equipment. Candidates should have a strong background in electronic technology or electrical engineering with hands-on experience in automation and testing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in test automation or instrumentation required.
• Experience in developing test system architecture preferred.
• Knowledge of analog and digital circuits essential.

Responsibilities

• Support capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Define equipment specifications and maintain test equipment.
• Create transformer test reports and perform troubleshooting.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Diagnostic skills

Automation

Engineering principles

Electrical schematics reading

Education

Associate degree in electronics technology/Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

Visual Studio

C++

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Test Engineering Technician will support Test Engineers and work closely with Test Maintenance and Test operations to design, specify, procure, commission and maintain Test equipment in addition to simplify/automate test process.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Support/Lead capital projects - Define/provide feedback on technical aspect, identify risk and mitigation steps, Develop Installation & Commissioning plan. Identify and execute continuous improvement projects towards test process Automation/simplification and improving efficiency, accuracy, robustness, and safety. Develop equipment preventive maintenance plan for proper test equipment functioning. Define equipment specifications and work with vendors to develop and/or improve test equipment capability. Define/Change test circuits as required to configure power transformers and test equipment for appropriate tests. Provide support and expertise to Test maintenance for troubleshooting and breakdown maintenance. Supporting transformer testing activities as required. Create transformer test reports, provide technical support to troubleshoot during test and post failure investigation. This includes support during off shifts and weekends. Develop diagnostic test plan, define re-test requirement, and provide data/interpretation during failure reviews. Review test safety practices including conducting risk assessment and identifying improvement.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services. Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models Development/troubleshooting knowledge of software and automation for National Instrument LabVIEW, Visual Studio, Visual basic, C, C++, HMI and/or data-logger Knowledge of computer and electronic applications for circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software including applications and programming Knowledge of electrical engineering, electricity, and magnetism to conduct standard production tests on transformers Must be willing to work overtime with no advance notice to perform emergency repairs Possess industry knowledge and IEEE standards related to power Transformer testing. Familiarity with developing automated and/or High Voltage test Equipment. Ability to read electrical schematic blueprints, as necessary. Excellent trouble shooting and diagnostic skills. Knowledge of safety issues regarding power equipment and general high voltage substation environment (Electrical clearance, grounding, PPE, etc.)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required Education / Experience Associate degree in electronics technology/Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 3 years' experience with developing test automation or Instrumentation or a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. Preferred Education / Experience Associate/bachelor's degree in electronics technology/Electrical Engineering with the one or more experiences below Development of Test system architecture and creating module-level interfaces Expertise in Real-time Data Acquisition, Analysis, Control, and monitoring systems Experience in industrial controls or automation or Instrumentation Experience in design and development/Debugging of LabVIEW based ATE (Automated Test Equipment) using PCI, PXI, NI DAQ, Serial, NI LabVIEW Knowledge of analog and digital circuits with expertise in troubleshooting complex electronic circuits, components, and instrumentation Development/Repair/troubleshooting of High Voltage Test Systems.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Key Working Relationships Test & Facilities Engineering, Test Maintenance, Test Technicians, Vendors and contractors Test/Plant supervision team Physical Demands Must be able to stand and sit for extended periods of time. Occasionally work at heights (Lift, Transformer Cover) with fall protections Working Conditions Shop-floor and office environment, located on a large manufacturing campus. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time. Must be able to sit, walk, climb, balance, push, pull, carry, work below waist level and foot use. Ability to work at heights up to 50 feet Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.