Electrical Test Technician

Location
Fairfield
Workplace
On-site

About this role

Duration: 6 months

Job ID: 828-1

Location - Fairfield, OH

What You Will Do

·        Set up and perform functional, operational, and electrical testing on client’s 3-phase UPS Pantera products.

·        Test UPS systems, electrical assemblies, controls, accessories, breakers, CTs, communication components, and related electronic systems.

·        Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, outline drawings, bills of material, and test specifications.

·        Troubleshoot wiring, electrical, mechanical, and functional issues identified during testing.

·        Perform AC/DC circuit analysis and validate proper system operation.

·        Use electrical test equipment such as voltmeters, multimeters, continuity testers, hipot testers, ground bond testers, power meters, and other required test devices.

·        Upload firmware, download parameters, configure control panels, and support electronic component setup as required.

·        Set up and verify protective relays, breakers, controls, sensors, and related devices per engineering documentation or vendor manuals.

·        Document test results, defects, rework activity, and quality findings accurately and completely.

·        Communicate test failures, drawing concerns, or quality issues to supervision, Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams.

·        Follow all safety requirements, including electrical safety, lockout/tagout, PPE, energized work controls, and test area procedures.

·        Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in alignment with 5S and Lean manufacturing expectations.

·        Support continuous improvement activities related to test process, quality, first-pass yield, cycle time, and productivity.

 

What Qualifications Will Make You Successful:

·        High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.

·        Experience with electrical testing, troubleshooting, or electrical assembly.

·        Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and electrical drawings.

·        Working knowledge of AC/DC electrical circuits.

·        Ability to use a voltmeter, multimeters, and continuity testing equipment.

·        Strong attention to detail and ability to document work accurately.

·        Ability to follow standard work, test procedures, safety rules, and quality requirements.

·        Strong communication skills and ability to escalate issues effectively.

·        Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

·        Willingness to work overtime or alternate shifts as business needs require.

 

Preferred Experience

·        Previous experience testing UPS systems, power distribution units, switchgear, electrical panels, or industrial electrical equipment.

·        Experience with 3-phase electrical systems.

·        Knowledge of UPS, PDU, or critical power products.

·        Experience with hipot, ground bond, functional test, load testing, or regenerative load systems.

·        Experience uploading firmware or configuring electronic controls.

·        Familiarity with protective relays, breakers, CTs, meters, communication modules, or control panels.

·        Wiring certification or electrical certification preferred.

·        Experience with Lean manufacturing, 5S, problem solving, and continuous improvement.

·        Basic computer skills, including Windows-based applications and digital test documentation systems.

 

Key Skills and Competencies

·        Safety-first mindset

·        Electrical troubleshooting capability

·        Quality focus

·        Attention to detail

·        Sense of urgency

·        Problem solving

·        Communication

·        Accountability

·        Teamwork

·        Continuous improvement mindset

·        Ability to follow detailed procedures

·        Ability to work independently with limited supervision once trained

 

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

·        Ability to work in a manufacturing and electrical test environment.

·        Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and work around large electrical equipment for extended periods.

·        Ability to use hand tools, test equipment, and computer-based test systems.

·        Ability to follow all electrical safety and PPE requirements.

·        Ability to work near energized equipment only in accordance with approved safety procedures and training requirements.

·        Ability to lift or move materials within company safety guidelines.



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