Electrical Pre-Tester

Eaton Corporation•Sumter, SC

1d•$25•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton is currently seeking an Electrical Pre-Tester to join our team. This position is based at our Sumter, SC facility. The Electrical Tester will verify correct wiring, verify components, program controllers, and evolve to assist with conducting electrical testing of switchboard products and components, as required, per applicable test procedure and/or component literature with the overall goal of timely order fulfillment and adherence to Eaton’s quality standards. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
Must meet one of the following qualifications: Associate’s degree in Electronics or Mechatronics from an accredited institution OR Military technical school equivalent diploma in a related field.
Minimum of 6 months of experience performing electrical testing (reading schematics, troubleshooting circuits, verifying continuity, general electrical component knowledge).
6 months of experience wiring experience (Switchboard or Power Distribution products).
Candidates must be authorized to work in the US on a continuous basis without company sponsorship.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, persuasive skills, and analytical problem-solving skills. Work with individuals and groups to effectively participate within team environment.
Requires thorough knowledge of basic electricity, current flow, and component functionality.
Requires thorough knowledge of all assembled SWBD product designs (i.e. PRL-C, PRL-I, IFS, etc.)
Requires thorough knowledge related to wiring of various components
Requires thorough knowledge of basic electricity, current flow, component functionality, and assembly processes on all lines. (HiPot, Shunt Trip, component Testing, configuration, NETA testing, and communication)
Requires competency in applicable UL codes, NEC codes, regional utility codes, customer-specific requirements.
Requires the ability to read, comprehend, and interpret manufacturing documents, including front view, MIs, Blow-Thrus, Wiring Diagrams, component literature, engineering drawings, and testing procedures.
Requires the ability to work with multi-meters, the ability to trouble shoot complex electronics, and to follow established safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

1 year of experience performing electrical testing (troubleshooting, circuits, testing electronics, product testing, system diagnosis).
2 years of wiring experience (reading schematics, troubleshooting circuits, verifying continuity, general electrical component knowledge).
BS in engineering

Responsibilities

Inspect wiring and Test Switchboard product produced on all lines, according to testing work instructions and in accordance with applicable governmental requirements, to uncover product non-conformances. Document inspections made on applicable checklist
Utilize continuity tester, trip test kits. Verify switches and circuit breakers function properly. Conduct electrical tests per safety and training requirements and procedures. (Shunt Trip, configuration, NETA testing.)
Verify that any revisions released to the production floor regarding wiring are incorporated into the product, all documentation reflects the current revision, and previous revisions of documents are destroyed.
Ensure that component literature and necessary product documentation are included with the job.
Document nonconformance’s, which are critical quality records, to aid problem solving and continuous improvement efforts. Communicate production non-conformances to appropriate production personnel in a timely manner and verify required rework. Communicate design errors to appropriate front-end personnel for correction, obtain revisions, and verify required rework.
Ensure that suspect product is identified as such at all times to prevent unintended use.
Serve as informal trainer for to production personnel.