Test Technician - 3rd Shift

AL7284 GE Renewables Grid LLC; Charleroi (Washington County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AL7284 GE Renewables Grid LLC is looking for a Test Lab Technician to conduct pre-tests and electromechanical evaluations on equipment while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This role involves documenting results and maintaining records in a computerized database.

The successful candidate must demonstrate reliability and flexibility, with strong interpersonal skills to perform customer-witness tests.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform pre-tests and electromechanical tests on equipment.
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience in quality control testing.

Responsibilities

• Test functional performance of circuit breakers.
• Perform mechanical adjustment operations on components.
• Document work performed by filling out proper forms.
• Ensure product meets customer requirements.

Skills

High reliability

Flexible to work weekends

Interpersonal skills

Ability to read test standards

Effective communication

Education

Associate's degree in Electronics Engineering Technology

Job description

Job Overview

The Test Lab Technician is responsible for performing pre‑tests and electro‑electronic or electromechanical tests routinely on equipment, complying with safety regulations. The Technician prepares final reports and maintains records of tests in a computerized database.

Responsibilities

• Test functional performance of circuit breakers, including electrical and mechanical functions, leak tests, high voltage tests, and visual and dimensional inspections.
• Perform mechanical adjustment operations on circuit breaker components, linkages, and operating mechanisms.
• Compare results with specifications, record test data, and print test results.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting and minor repairs, including replacement of defective wiring and electrical components, and mechanical repairs.
• Support production during repair procedures as required.
• Analyze test results on defective units and report on non‑conforming products.
• Consult with engineers, technicians, production personnel, and others regarding testing procedures and results to resolve problems.
• Review test reports from other test technicians and maintain the test report files.
• Calibrate test instruments according to specifications.
• Perform maintenance and repair procedures on electrical and mechanical test equipment, gas handling equipment, and test facilities.
• Ensure that the product meets customer requirements for finished goods.
• Document work performed by filling out proper forms.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Work evening shift and overtime as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High reliability.
• Flexible and able to work weekends when business requires.
• Articulate and professional, with strong interpersonal skills for frequent customer‑witness tests.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as test standards, inspection and test procedures, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals (e.g., IEEE and IEC circuit breaker and test standards).
• Ability to speak effectively, write routine reports and correspondence.
• Associate's degree in Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience in quality control testing or electrical panel wiring.