Test Technician

AMETEK; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, vision, dental insurance

401(k) with matching

FSAs and HSA with AMETEK contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

AMETEK Solidstate Controls is seeking a Test Technician in Columbus, OH to test, troubleshoot, and repair battery chargers, inverters, and regulators at pretest and final test stages. The role involves interfacing with customers during factory acceptance tests and providing technical support by phone.

Ideal candidates have a two-year electronics degree or military equivalent, strong AC/DC power electronics knowledge, and ability to read complex schematics.

Qualifications

• Two year degree in electronics or military equivalent.
• Power electronics experience with high-voltage ranges (480–600VAC, >1,000A) preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics and parts lists.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; proficient with MS Word/Excel.

Responsibilities

• Test, troubleshoot, and repair UPS equipment including inverters, rectifiers, chargers, and AC regulators.
• Interface with customers for factory acceptance tests as required.
• Recommend test procedure changes and provide technical support via phone.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple tasks.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Test equipment proficiency

Reading schematics/prints

MS Word & Excel

Communication & troubleshooting

Independent work

Education

Two Year Degree in Electronics

Military Electronics experience

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Soldering/assembly tools

Job description

Job Summary

The Test Technician is responsible for testing, troubleshooting, and repairing battery chargers, inverters, regulators at pretest and final test.

Specific Responsibilities

• Testing, troubleshooting, and repair of uninterruptible power systems equipment such as inverters, rectifiers, chargers, static switches, AC regulators, and associated equipment.
• Interface with customers for factory acceptance testing as required.
• Recommend Test Procedure changes.
• Provide Technical support to customers over the phone.
• Any additional tasks as deemed necessary.

Qualifications

• Possess electrical and mechanical aptitude and basic skills on soldering and assembling of electro/mechanical devices.
• Must be proficient in the use of multi-meters and other basic instruments as well as demonstrate proficiency in the use of oscilloscopes and be comfortable with minor mechanical rework.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, assembly prints, schematics and parts lists.
• Must be computer literate (MS Word, Excel) and possess strong verbal and written communication skills, strong customer service skills and troubleshooting skills.
• Able to work alone and manage time with little supervision.
• Possess strong AC/DC power electronics and applications skills, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, proven troubleshooting skills, ability to multitask and manage complex project, ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Work with voltages as high as 1000VAC and 400VDC.

Education & Experience

• Two Year Degree in Electronics or Military equivalent experience.
• Must have a technology background that includes at least 5 years experience in power electronics and a versatile hands‑on individual with good analytical skills.
• Experience with power in the ranges of: 480 to 600VAC with currents over 1,000A preferred.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive compensation, holiday pay, and paid time off
• Great benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k), plus matching
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health savings account (HSA) with AMETEK contribution, life insurance, disability insurance, and family medical leave
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee assistance program
• Exciting, fast-paced environment where you could make a true impact
• Opportunities for career advancement within our business unit and across all other AMETEK business entities

Additional Details

This position is located in Columbus, Ohio. Columbus will keep you entertained all year. During the warmer months, Columbus hosts food and music festivals, organizes art walks, and provides plenty of beautiful spots for hiking and biking. During the colder months, Columbus offers ice skating, sledding, and holiday markets and festivals. All year long, one can visit museums such as COSI Columbus (which was voted the best science museum in the US in 2020, 2021, and 2022!), check out art galleries, walk around the zoo, patron the North Market (a public market that has been around for 145 years), and spend time at the many local parks.

AMETEK Solidstate Controls (NYSE: AME) is in the business of providing continuity of electrical power to keep businesses in business. Solidstate Controls, a recognized worldwide leader in industrial power protection systems, has more than 45,000 systems installed throughout the world, including more than 100 Nuclear Power plants worldwide. Our products have extensive applications in the following market segments: petroleum / LNG, power – nuclear and fossil, specialty chemicals, mining and metals, wastewater, pulp and paper, food and beverage, and other applications requiring continuous power for mission critical applications.

To learn more about our company and our job opportunities, visit us at: https://www.ametek.com/careers

To learn more about the business unit you’ll be joining, visit us at: Solidstate Controls: https://www.solidstatecontrolsinc.com/

Compensation

• Employee Type: Hourly
• Currency: USD
• Salary Minimum: 45,000
• Salary Maximum: 50,000
• Incentive: No
• Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].