Electrical Testing Technician

Salamander Solutions
  • Houston, Texas
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Electrical Testing Technician
     

    We are looking for an experienced Testing Technician to perform electrical testing for design development, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) on completed production cables and heater systems, and support manufacturing activities. The ideal candidate should have experience in with AC and DC testing, cable sample preparation with medium voltage terminations.  This candidate should possess a strong commitment to safety, especially in a manufacturing setting, and a proactive approach to promoting safety culture through PPE use are essential.
     

    This position requires on-site presence.

    Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) on cables and heater systems.
    • Perform routine and specialized electrical tests on mineral-insulated cable systems to evaluate performance and quality
    • Support other production-related tasks as required.
    • Assist with research and development efforts to enhance cable performance, applying technical knowledge to innovative projects.
    • Manage and maintain the inventory of testing materials.
    • Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols and industry regulations
    • Maintain comprehensive records of test procedures, calibrations, and maintenance activities.

    Testing Equipment Experience (Preferred):

    • Line frequency HiPot (up to 50kV)
    • Very low frequency (VLF) HiPot
    • DC Insulation Testing
    • Tan-Delta Testing
    • Power Analysis Meters
    • Inductance and Capacitance Meters
    • High Current Injection
    • Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR) Fault Finding
    • Data Acquisition and Logging Equipment

    Minimum Qualifications:
    5+ years of QA/QC experience, particularly with electrical systems and test equipment.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues.
    • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise reports.
    • Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
    • Solid understanding of electrical systems and safety standards within a manufacturing environment.
    • Proficiency in MS Office for record-keeping and report generation.
    • Practical experience with hand and power tools.

    Disclaimer: This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and/or requirements. Salamander reserves the right to change or modify this job description or the essential duties of the role as necessary.

    EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    Salamander is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company’s Policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories is prohibited.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationHouston, Texas

    Skills

    • Acceptance Testingunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Electrical Designunmatched
    • Electrical Engineeringunmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • Forestry and Logging Machineryunmatched
    • Hand Toolsunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Injectionsunmatched
    • Inventory Managementunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Manufacturing Systemsunmatched
    • Materials Testingunmatched
    • Medium Voltage (MV)unmatched
    • Microsoft Officeunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Production Supportunmatched
    • Record Keepingunmatched
    • Regulationsunmatched
    • Research & Development (R&D)unmatched
    • Safety Standardsunmatched
    • Systems Analysisunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Test Designunmatched
    • Test Equipmentunmatched
    • Test Plan/Scheduleunmatched
    • Testingunmatched
    • Very Low Frequency (VLF)unmatched

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