Electric Commissioning Technician

Job Description

• The client is seeking an Electric Commissioning Technician to support electrical testing operations at its West Chester and Fairfield, Ohio facilities. The position will primarily support testing of advanced 3-phase UPS systems used in critical-power applications.
• Contractors will complete required plant electrical-safety training before performing testing activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and perform functional, operational, and electrical testing on 3-phase UPS products.
• Test UPS systems, electrical assemblies, controls, breakers, CTs, communication components, and related electronic systems.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, 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 appropriate electrical test equipment to diagnose and verify system performance.
• Upload firmware, download parameters, configure control panels, and support electronic component setup as required.
• Set up and verify protective relays, breakers, controls, sensors, meters, and related devices according to engineering documentation or vendor manuals.
• Accurately document test results, defects, rework, and quality findings.
• Escalate test failures, drawing concerns, and quality issues to Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or supervision as appropriate.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area consistent with 5S and Lean manufacturing practices.
• Support continuous-improvement efforts related to testing, quality, first-pass yield, cycle time, and productivity.

Top 3 Qualifications

• Experience with electrical gear, UPS systems, and electrical testing.
• Equipment commissioning testing for electrical function
• Flexibility to work around production and assembly schedules as testing needs require.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with electrical testing, troubleshooting, or electrical assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, electrical drawings, and test specifications.
• Working knowledge of AC/DC electrical circuits and 3-phase electrical systems.
• Experience using electrical test equipment such as voltmeters, multimeters, continuity testers, hipot testers, ground bond testers, and power meters.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to follow electrical safety requirements, test procedures, quality standards, lockout/tagout, and PPE requirements.
• Ability to work independently once trained and adapt to a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to work overtime or alternate shifts as business needs require.

Preferred Experience

• Previous testing experience with UPS systems, power distribution units (PDUs), switchgear, electrical panels, or industrial electrical equipment.
• Experience with 3-phase power systems, hipot testing, ground bond testing, functional testing, or load testing.
• Familiarity with protective relays, breakers, CTs, meters, communication modules, and control panels.
• Experience uploading firmware or configuring electronic controls.
• Electrical or wiring certification preferred.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous-improvement practices.
• Basic computer skills, including Windows-based applications and digital test-documentation systems.
• Physical & Work Environment
• 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, electrical test equipment, and computer-based test systems.
• Ability to lift or move materials within company safety guidelines.
• Work near energized equipment only in accordance with approved safety procedures and required training.