Electronics 2 – Electronics Tester

Wabtec Corporation • Kansas City, MO

118d • $23

About The Position

Our Electronics Testers II is a skilled role responsible for supporting the testing, troubleshooting, and repairing of locomotive electronic devices. This position performs hand-on work inspecting, identifying failures and replacing non-conforming parts in electronic devices. Regular schedule is Monday – Thursday: 5:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Variations on this schedule will be communicated upon hire.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in electronic technology, or equivalent military certification or work experience in electronics repair.
• +1 years of experience in electronic testing, troubleshooting or electronics assembly.
• Familiarity with common test equipment, i.e., oscilloscopes, multi-meters, signal/function generators, frequency counters, ESS Chamber, etc.
• Ability to read, understand and analyze schematic drawings.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, test procedures, engineering and graphic work instructions, and technical documentations – accurately and consistently in English.
• Experience in stand-alone testing of electronic boards.
• Basic soldering experience and ability to use precision hand tools.

Nice To Haves

• Good working knowledge and experience with testing electronics.
• Familiar with IPC 610, recent IPC training, and ESD protocols.
• Background in electronics testing or new electronics manufacturing or remanufacturing production.
• Prior military electronics experience will be equivalent.
• Familiarity with Microsoft OS, HyperTerminal, Pro-comm, or Tera Term software for testing.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to receive, implement feedback and adapt process, procedural or behavioral changes as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional tests on electronic products at various stages of assembly.
• Conduct basic repairs on electronic boards and harnesses using soldering techniques.
• Reload software and prepare devices for testing using defined procedures.
• Operate test equipment and tools commonly used in electronics assembly and troubleshooting.
• Assist in diagnosing low-medium complexity issues at the board level.
• Interpret and follow technical drawings and standard test procedures.
• Visually inspect product for quality, labeling and component placement.
• Identify and locate appropriate product documentation to complete assigned tasks.
• Complete daily work orders/schedule based on productivity levels assigned by supervisors and line leads.
• Adapt to changing priorities based on customer demands.
• Work with IPC 610 recent IPC training, and ESD protocols.
• Operate within standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analysis (JSAs).
• Repair and replace electronic components executing engineering instructions which include soldering techniques/requirements.
• Meet quality standards in line with internal quality assurance requirements, AAR and FRA protocols.
• Maintain electronics test equipment and ensure test equipment is within calibration date.
• Monitor and manage chemical shelf life.
• Willing to cross-train and support other team members as needed.
• Follow all safety protocols and PPE requirements.
• Keep the work area clean and organized on a daily basis.
• Follow 5S protocol.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, welfare, and retirement benefits.
• Annual bonus, if eligible.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees