Associate Test Technician (2nd shift)
About The Position
This position is accountable for performing routine Quality Testing of Gas Producers, Power Turbines, and Reduction Gearboxes to ensure conformance to Solar and/or customer specifications. Resolve and troubleshoot routine test facility and package issues. Acquire and review performance and vibration data required for engine acceptance. Accurately record and document test events and incidents in the Automated Test log. Assist Metrology and Maintenance during planned calibration or maintenance activities. Promote and demonstrate leadership and support of all safety, and lean initiatives. Perform installation and removal of gas turbines and accessories. Perform green run and final performance acceptance test of gas turbines. Observe, record, and review test data. Document test activities and incidents in Automated Testlog. Support more senior Technicians in the resolution of skid or package issues. Setup and use of all computerized data acquisition systems. Assist Test and Product Engineering in the resolution of test discrepancies. Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of test facilities. Support and follow all safety and lean initiatives and requirements. Mentor and support junior level Test Technicians
Requirements
- Requires good mechanical skills and the ability to operate shop equipment, bench tools, hand tools, and inspection and test equipment (micrometers, multimeters, and dial indicators).
- Knowledgeable in the use and application of simple electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to read Engineering drawings and schematics.
Nice To Haves
- Typically 6 months to 1 year of demonstrated experience in a gas turbine environment preferred.
Responsibilities
- Performing routine Quality Testing of Gas Producers, Power Turbines, and Reduction Gearboxes to ensure conformance to Solar and/or customer specifications.
- Resolve and troubleshoot routine test facility and package issues.
- Acquire and review performance and vibration data required for engine acceptance.
- Accurately record and document test events and incidents in the Automated Test log.
- Assist Metrology and Maintenance during planned calibration or maintenance activities.
- Promote and demonstrate leadership and support of all safety, and lean initiatives.
- Perform installation and removal of gas turbines and accessories.
- Perform green run and final performance acceptance test of gas turbines.
- Observe, record, and review test data.
- Document test activities and incidents in Automated Testlog.
- Support more senior Technicians in the resolution of skid or package issues.
- Setup and use of all computerized data acquisition systems.
- Assist Test and Product Engineering in the resolution of test discrepancies.
- Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of test facilities.
- Support and follow all safety and lean initiatives and requirements.
- Mentor and support junior level Test Technicians
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
- 401(k) savings plans
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Health Lifestyle Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
- Career Development
- Incentive bonus
- Disability benefits
- Life Insurance
- Parental leave
- Adoption benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
