Title: Electrical Test Technician
Location: Henrico, VA
Job Description:
The Electrical Test Technician 1 is responsible for the testing & troubleshooting of Power Distribution Equipment and related components while ensuring quality workmanship, reliability, & maintaining a safe workplace in all Test areas.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Test & verify the performance/function of power distribution equipment and assemblies, using multi-meters, current meters, HI‐POT Testers, Phase Rotation Meters, and other testing equipment.
• Perform Factory Testing on PDUs, Switchgear, STS, Databar product line, and Injection Testing.
• Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, or technical orders to determine methods and sequences of assembly, ensuring conformance to product specifications.
• Read inspection and testing procedures, adjustment methods, and certification processes to ensure proper test procedures are followed.
• Obtain and accurately record data obtained during testing using a computer and several types of programs not limited to Modbus Poll, Adobe Acrobat, Word, Excel, various web interfaces, and other specialized programs.
• Complete inspection of all electrical equipment coming into the Test areas.
• Completion of technical reports and Factory Acceptance Tests.
• Verify and install revolving cable layouts for different jobs.
• Make necessary repairs and/or refer test issues to the Supervisor for further diagnosis.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure company product specifications are being followed or to assist with other manufacturing needs.
• Report defective materials or questionable conditions to the Test Department Supervisor.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment within all Test areas.
REQUIREMENTS:
• High School Education or GED with 1 - 2 years practical work experience testing Low Voltage distribution systems; Two‐year technical degree in electronics, engineering, or related field preferred.
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Military experience and training in electronics, electricity, engineering, or related fields.
• Experience with L/V Switchgear, Power Distribution Units, Remote Power Panels, Static Switches, & Powered Busway Systems preferred. Data Center and/or equivalent mission-critical systems experience preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of safety protocols & electrical codes such as NFPA 70E, NEC Code, UL & IEC.
• Knowledge and understanding of 3‐Phase Power, DC Power, Electrical Power Generation, and AC/DC power distribution.
• Understanding the hazardous nature of the department and ability to recognize dangerous conditions before testing is performed.
• Knowledge and understanding of troubleshooting to the circuit board & component level.
• Ability to use a wide variety of hand tools and test equipment.
• Ability to read schematics and drawings.
• Ability to operate and accurately use a computer for data logging.
• Ability to maintain a tactful, orderly working relationship with other Test Team members.
• Ability to read and write English with excellent communication skills, follow verbal instructions accurately, and understand and apply mathematical equations and practices.
• Ability to work overtime & weekends as needed