Electrical Testing Associate - 2nd shiftSyracuse, New YorkFull TimeThe Electrical Testing Associate will perform electrical testing, troubleshooting, wiring verification, and functional testing of electrical components and engineered-to-order (ETO) wired assemblies.
The role works closely with Quality, Engineering, Supervision, and Planning to ensure wiring practices and designs meet established requirements, released builds are completed on time, and electrical assemblies function correctly.
The successful candidate will have at least three years of relevant experience, the ability to interpret electrical schematics and drawings, proficiency with electrical testing equipment, and knowledge of electrical systems and safety practices.
Key Responsibilities- Promote Quality and Engineering best practices for wiring and wired assemblies.
- Ensure standard wiring practices and designs are followed.
- Collaborate with Quality and Engineering to complete functional testing of wired components and ETO assemblies.
- Support programming and troubleshooting to verify proper functionality in accordance with Engineering and Quality requirements.
- Coordinate with Supervision and Planning to execute released builds in a timely and orderly manner.
- Ensure required materials, tools, and equipment are available and functioning.
- Verify wiring and electrical components against bills of materials (BOMs) and schematics.
- Determine appropriate wire type and size for different amperage requirements when not specified on drawings.
- Operate hoists and other lifting devices when needed.
- Assemble mounting plates and frames.
- Assemble and wire starters, relays, transformers, switches, and circuit breakers.
- Assemble electrical components into housings.
- Perform GFI testing and hot testing of GFI components.
- Install operating shafts, bearings, indicating plates, and external operating controls.
- Verify compliance with prescribed explosion-proof specifications.
- Identify, detect, and segregate faulty materials.
- Perform drilling and tapping operations using portable and hand tools.
- Complete related technical or clerical duties as assigned.
- Contact Maintenance Control for repairs or seek supervisory assistance with work orders.
- Document errors in drawings, production orders, and other manufacturing documentation.
- Recommend engineering changes and process improvements.
- Report quality findings to the Group Leader, Supervision, and relevant Quality personnel.
Required Qualifications- Minimum three years of relevant experience.
- Experience working from electrical schematics, prints, and drawings.
- Ability to follow prescribed safety regulations and standard safety procedures.
- Proficiency with electrical testing equipment, including:
- Ability to troubleshoot electrical issues and interpret test results.
- Ability to verify electrical wiring and components against engineering documentation.
- Ability to identify faults and support corrective actions.
Technical SkillsElectrical Theory and Systems- Understanding of electrical power systems.
- Knowledge of signal integrity.
- Understanding of electromagnetic compatibility and interference (EMC/EMI).
- Voltage and current measurement.
- Load testing.
Test Equipment- Multimeters.
- Oscilloscopes.
- Power analyzers.
- Signal generators.
- Video analyzers.
- HDMI/4K testing tools.
Software and ToolsExperience with one or more of the following tools is relevant:
- LabVIEW
- Arduino
- Python
- Jira
- Jama
- Other enterprise test management tools
Safety and Compliance- Knowledge of NEC requirements.
- Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements.
- Familiarity with other applicable electrical codes and safety practices.
Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate is an experienced electrical testing or manufacturing professional who can read schematics, verify wiring and components, operate electrical testing equipment, troubleshoot faults, and document quality issues. Candidates with experience in electrical assembly, functional testing, engineered-to-order assemblies, electrical power systems, and manufacturing quality processes should be prioritized.