Electrical Tester

Mission Critical Group • Brookston, IN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Tester performs testing and troubleshooting during final assembly of electrical control and distribution equipment before customer delivery. The role verifies that assemblies meet engineering specifications, customer requirements, and applicable industry standards, helping ensure product quality, compliance, and functionality. The tester works with production, engineering, and quality teams to identify and resolve issues before shipment.

The position is based on the production floor and involves testing low- and medium-voltage and arc-resistant switchgear and electrical control equipment. The tester performs diagnostics, verifies and documents HIPOT tests on copper bus, checks assemblies against technical schematics, performs basic device programming, and repairs custom-built equipment. The role also supports Factory Acceptance Tests, inspections, maintenance, repairs, design verifications, and product reliability demonstrations under the direction or supervision of senior team members.

Requirements

• 0–1 years of experience wiring or assembling electrical control and distribution equipment; switchgear or industrial manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of engineering principles, techniques, and procedures as applied to electrical equipment design and production.
• Understanding of raw materials, production processes, and manufacturing techniques.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles used to produce technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Proficiency with computer hardware and software, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Intermediate written and verbal communication skills, including reading and interpreting technical procedures, writing reports and correspondence, and presenting information to managers and customers.
• Solid mathematical skills, including calculating figures, proportions, and measurements.
• Strong attention to quality and ability to follow procedures carefully and work accurately.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to identify and resolve issues independently while following guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to collaborate with peers, leadership, and cross-functional teams.
• Customer-oriented approach to supporting internal and external needs.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work around machinery while following safety and compliance standards.
• Ability to move around the manufacturing plant, including walking, standing, and climbing stairs.
• Occasional use of hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds while following OSHA standards.
• Ability to see and hear well enough to navigate the plant safely and communicate effectively with team members.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience in a switchgear or industrial manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, and reliability testing on low-, medium-, and arc-resistant switchgear and electrical control equipment.
• Verify and document HIPOT tests on copper bus.
• Check final products against technical schematics, perform basic device programming, and repair custom-built equipment before shipment.
• Perform Factory Acceptance Tests and advise on interfacing capabilities with clients’ existing equipment under the direction of senior team members.
• Identify functionality issues or defects through visual and electrical inspections of power distribution equipment.
• Assist senior team members with maintenance or repairs within testing guidelines.
• Assist senior team members with design verifications and product reliability demonstrations during client witness testing under supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED