Test Operator - 1st Shift

AL7284 GE Renewables Grid LLC; Charleroi (Washington County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova seeks a Production Test Operator for the High Voltage lab to perform CT, gas tightness, and dielectric testing of circuit breakers in accordance with PITs and standards. The role requires meticulous documentation, traceability, and adherence to safety rules; you will handle gas in process and operate test equipment, lifting up to 35 lbs, and work in a loud, high-voltage environment.

Two years of related experience in testing, quality control, or manufacturing is required.

Qualifications

• Two years of related experience in test, quality control, or manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret IEEE and IEC circuit breaker/test standards.
• Ability to document tests clearly and maintain traceability.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT testing including Hi-pot, ratios, and related tests following PIT requirements.
• Conduct gas tightness testing on circuit breakers per PIT and standards.
• Execute high voltage dielectric tests on circuit breakers per PIT and standards.
• Document test data, prepare reports, and ensure traceability; communicate failures via QCRs.

Skills

Reading schematics

Reading test standards

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Tools

Gas handling procedures

Vacuum measurement

Job description

Job Description Summary

Seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Production Test Operator to join our manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing routine testing of current transformers (CT) as well as tightness testing (gas leak chambers) of circuit breakers, and Dielectric testing in the High Voltage lab to ensure compliance with customer specifications, internal quality standards, and testing requirements. This role requires attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient testing environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Current Transformer (CT) Testing – Perform current transformer tests measuring Hi-pot, ratios, and additional testing as needed following the requirements of the approved Inspection and Test Plans (PIT) using appropriate equipment and apparatus, Manuals and Standards. Troubleshooting and communication of failures including Quality Concern Reports (QCRs).
• Gas Tightness Testing – Perform gas tightness testing on circuit breakers following the requirements of the approved Inspection and Test Plans (PIT) using appropriate equipment and apparatus, Manuals and Standards. Troubleshooting and locate any leaks and then communication of failures including Quality Concern Reports (QCRs).
• High Voltage Dielectric Testing – Perform high voltage dielectric testing on circuit breakers following the requirements of the approved Inspection and Test Plans (PIT) using appropriate equipment and apparatus, Manuals and Standards. Troubleshooting and locate any leaks and then communication of failures including Quality Concern Reports (QCRs).
• Other Duties – Responsibilities include moving breakers into, out of, and around the lab using the appropriate equipment and following the safety rules. Checking vacuum levels of breakers ready to go into the test lab to ensure they are ready and meet the specifications required. Responsible for gas handling at their workstation, includes filling and reclaiming the circuit breakers with gas per established procedures and safety rules. Accurately document test data, prepare test reports, and ensure full traceability of test records. Compare results against specifications, record test data, and print test results. Document all work performed by completing the appropriate forms. Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance test procedures, reduce downtime, and improve product quality. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in compliance with company and OSHA standards. Work comfortably in a high-voltage testing environment with appropriate PPE. Lift and maneuver test equipment and components weighing up to 35 lbs. as part of daily responsibilities. Exposure to loud noise, high voltage, and moving equipment; strict adherence to safety protocols is required. Confer with engineers, technicians, production personnel, and customers regarding testing procedures, results, and problem resolution.

Required Qualifications

Experience – Minimum of two years of related experience in test, quality control, or manufacturing environment.

Desired Characteristics & Technical Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as schematics, test standards, inspection and test procedures, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to read and interpret documents such as IEEE and IEC circuit breaker and test standards, inspection and test procedures, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively, write routine reports and correspondence. Must be articulate and professional, with good interpersonal skills because of frequent customer witness tests in the test lab.

Our Mission

Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different...we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, "GE," in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. "Ver" / "verde" signal Earth's verdant and lush ecosystems. "Nova," from the Latin "novus," nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World. www.gevernova.com