Engineering Technician Level 1

Overview

Responsibilities

• Build and configure Motor Control Centers (MCCs) and switchgear test samples based on engineering drawings and specifications
• Assemble electrical and mechanical components for standard and custom test configurations
• Prepare and support high current, high power electrical test setups
• Conduct electrical compliance testing in accordance with:
  • UL 845
  • UL 891
  • IEC 61439 1
  • IEC 61439 2
• Perform common electrical tests, including:
  • Short circuit testing
  • Arc flash testing
  • Temperature rise testing
  • Dielectric (hi pot) testing
• Strictly follow electrical safety and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
• Document test setups, procedures, results, anomalies, and deviations in formal test records
• Capture and maintain traceability and compliance documentation
• Collaborate closely with development engineers and high current lab engineers during complex testing
• Provide hands on support for failure investigations and root cause analysis
• Communicate test status, issues, and findings to engineering stakeholders
• Maintain a clean, organized, and audit ready lab environment using 5S principles
• Support a strong culture of safety in high energy testing environments

Required Qualifications

• Hands on experience with:
  • Electrical and mechanical assembly
  • Power and control wiring
  • Test instrumentation and laboratory equipment
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands on troubleshooting skills
• Demonstrated understanding of:
  • Electrical safety practices
  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
  • Safe work practices for high energy electrical systems
• Familiarity with 5S principles and basic Six Sigma concepts

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience testing MCCs, switchgear, or industrial power products
• Familiarity with UL and IEC compliance testing standards