Electronics Technician

Wabtec•Columbia, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Electronics Technician 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. The schedule for this role is Monday through Thursday 6am-4:30pm. Variations on this schedule will be communicated upon hire.

Requirements

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
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.

Nice To Haves

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.

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

Medical, dental, vision benefits available day 1.
$500 referral bonus paid out once candidate is hired and worked for Wabtec 60 days.
$10,000 annual tuition reimbursement.
Mental Health assistance (Spring Health, Teladoc, Headspace)
Auto/Home/Renter’s Insurance Discounts (Farmers, Travelers, Liberty Mutual).
Medications discounts through CVS Caremark.
Pet Discounts
Employer paid life insurance.
Progyny Fertility and Family building.
401k 3% match with additional 3% of earnings from prior year added to the following year, vested after 3 years.
Free Pair of Steel Toe Boots and Prescription Safety Glasses Annually.
Short Term Disability Benefits after 90 days (employee receives 60% of their salary while on STD.