Electrical Test Technician

Performix•Fairfield, OH

12d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves setting up and performing functional, operational, and electrical testing on client’s 3-phase UPS Pantera products. The technician will test UPS systems, electrical assemblies, controls, accessories, breakers, CTs, communication components, and related electronic systems. A key part of the job is reading and interpreting various technical documents such as wiring diagrams, schematics, outline drawings, bills of material, and test specifications. The technician will also be responsible for troubleshooting wiring, electrical, mechanical, and functional issues identified during testing, performing AC/DC circuit analysis, and validating proper system operation. This position requires the use of electrical test equipment and involves tasks like uploading firmware, downloading parameters, configuring control panels, and setting up electronic components. Verification of protective relays, breakers, controls, sensors, and related devices according to engineering documentation is also a responsibility. The role includes documenting test results, defects, rework activity, and quality findings, as well as communicating test failures or concerns to relevant teams. Adherence to all safety requirements, including electrical safety, lockout/tagout, PPE, and energized work controls, is mandatory. Maintaining a clean and organized work area and supporting continuous improvement activities are also expected.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
Experience with electrical testing, troubleshooting, or electrical assembly.
Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and electrical drawings.
Working knowledge of AC/DC electrical circuits.
Ability to use a voltmeter, multimeters, and continuity testing equipment.
Strong attention to detail and ability to document work accurately.
Ability to follow standard work, test procedures, safety rules, and quality requirements.
Strong communication skills and ability to escalate issues effectively.
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Willingness to work overtime or alternate shifts as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience testing UPS systems, power distribution units, switchgear, electrical panels, or industrial electrical equipment.
Experience with 3-phase electrical systems.
Knowledge of UPS, PDU, or critical power products.
Experience with hipot, ground bond, functional test, load testing, or regenerative load systems.
Experience uploading firmware or configuring electronic controls.
Familiarity with protective relays, breakers, CTs, meters, communication modules, or control panels.
Wiring certification or electrical certification preferred.
Experience with Lean manufacturing, 5S, problem solving, and continuous improvement.
Basic computer skills, including Windows-based applications and digital test documentation systems.

Responsibilities

Set up and perform functional, operational, and electrical testing on client’s 3-phase UPS Pantera products.
Test UPS systems, electrical assemblies, controls, accessories, breakers, CTs, communication components, and related electronic systems.
Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, outline drawings, bills of material, and test specifications.
Troubleshoot wiring, electrical, mechanical, and functional issues identified during testing.
Perform AC/DC circuit analysis and validate proper system operation.
Use electrical test equipment such as voltmeters, multimeters, continuity testers, hipot testers, ground bond testers, power meters, and other required test devices.
Upload firmware, download parameters, configure control panels, and support electronic component setup as required.
Set up and verify protective relays, breakers, controls, sensors, and related devices per engineering documentation or vendor manuals.
Document test results, defects, rework activity, and quality findings accurately and completely.
Communicate test failures, drawing concerns, or quality issues to supervision, Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams.
Follow all safety requirements, including electrical safety, lockout/tagout, PPE, energized work controls, and test area procedures.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in alignment with 5S and Lean manufacturing expectations.
Support continuous improvement activities related to test process, quality, first-pass yield, cycle time, and productivity.