Test Technician

Avtron Power Solutions, LLC.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Avtron Power Solutions, LLC. in Cleveland, OH is seeking a Test Technician for the 2nd shift to test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify production load bank test equipment.

The role requires reading schematics, wiring diagrams, and knowledge of electronics; the candidate will program and test PLCs, document issues, and support engineering with test simulations.

Qualifications

• 2-year Associates Degree in Electronics or equivalent two year college or technical school, or a 4-year Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent.
• Knowledge of electrical principals and power management.
• Ability to read and follow schematics of complex electrical and mechanical circuits.
• Knowledge of PLC interface, computer programming and networking skills are a strong plus. Knowledge of LO/TO and OSHA electrical safety.

Responsibilities

• Tests, troubleshoots, corrects and documents wiring and functional problems in accordance with wiring diagrams and test procedures.
• Tests prototype models according to engineering instructions, and knowledge of electronic systems and components.
• Interface with both production and engineering personnel to properly record and correct both physical, and design nonconformance issues.
• Program and test PLCs used to control load step applications.
• Set up electronic components and protective circuits per test specifications.
• Develop and build test simulations for engineering.
• Assist in training new testers in test techniques, set-up and operation of test equipment.
• Performs the final inspection operation on all tested units.
• Promote a safe work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Electrical principles

Power management

Schematics interpretation

PLC interface

Testing and debugging

Education

2-year Associates Degree in Electronics or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent

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.

Test Technician - 2nd shift

Individual Contribtr Cleveland, OH, US

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Founded in 1953 Avtron has a long history of manufacturing market leading power test solutions. Now with a global footprint and sales into some of the largest industrial projects, Avtron will continue to push the envelope of what's possible in the electrical test environment. Avtron Power Solutions manufacture and distribute market leading load bank solutions for mission critical applications. We have the largest portfolio in the industry and can meet the highest load testing standards with our intelligent SIGMA load bank control system.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Tests, troubleshoots, repairs, and modifies production (load bank) test equipment applying principles and theories of electronics, electrical circuitry, engineering mathematics and electronic and electrical testing.

2nd shift - Monday through Thursday, 2:00pm to 12:30am EST

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions:

• Tests, troubleshoots, corrects and documents wiring and functional problems in accordance with wiring diagrams and test procedures.
• Tests prototype models according to engineering instructions, and knowledge of electronic systems and components.
• Interface with both production and engineering personnel to properly record and correct both physical, and design nonconformance issues.
• Program and test PLC's (Programmable Logic Controller) used to control load step applications.
• Set up electronic components and protective circuits per test specifications.
• Develop and build test simulations for engineering.
• Assist in training new testers in test techniques, set-up and operation of test equipment.
• Performs the final inspection operation on all tested units.
• Promote a safe work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

2-year Associates Degree in Electronics or equivalent two year college or technical school, or a 4-year Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent.

Education, Skills and Experience:

Education:

• 2-year Associates Degree in Electronics or equivalent two year college or technical school, or a 4-year Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent.

Experience

• Knowledge of electrical principals and power management.
• Ability to read and follow schematics of complex electrical and mechanical circuits.
• Knowledge of PLC interface, computer programming and networking skills are a strong plus.Knowledge of LO/TO and OSHA electrical safety.

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, bend, and reach throughout the workday
• May handle materials and products and operate material handling equipment
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
• Vision requirements include close vision, color vision, and depth perception

This position operates primarily in a manufacturing environment and requires regular presence on the production floor. The role involves a combination of standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, and light to moderate physical activity throughout the workday.

Duties may include handling materials and products, operating material handling equipment, and working around moving equipment, noise, and varying temperatures typical of a manufacturing or warehouse setting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

The position requires adherence to all safety requirements, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as applicable, and may require schedule flexibility to support operational and customer needs.