Test Technician

American Superconductor; Ayer (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

American Superconductor in Ayer, MA is seeking an experienced test engineer to review, execute, and document power-electronic test plans for production and R&D environments.

The role requires 2-year electronics degree and 4–6 years hands-on experience, with ability to troubleshoot high‑voltage systems and lead CPI activities. You will train staff, direct subcontractors, and help ensure safety and quality in all testing operations.

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 and prepare test setups.
• Execute test plans and compile data into reports.
• Troubleshoot and repair products as required.
• Construct and maintain test equipment.
• Provide design improvement recommendations based on test results.
• Train engineers and technicians on test methods and safety.
• Direct outside subcontractors as required.
• Lead CPI activities with Manufacturing and Engineering.
• Direct manufacturing personnel on product quality.
• Recommend tools and safety supplies and initiate purchases.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

PCB Troubleshooting

Electrical Safety

Power Electronics

Test Equipment Operation

Documentation

Communication

Independent Work

Data Analysis

Education

2-year Associate Degree in Electronics

Equivalent experience in manufacturing/R&D

Tools

Power-electronic Test Equipment

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Safety PPE

Job description

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Ayer, MA, US

Salary Range: $28.00 To $34.00 Annually

Summary - Job Responsibilities – Activities:

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.