Lab Technician

WEG Electric Corp • Bluffton, IN

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About The Position

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for installing, testing, and validating electric motors and related equipment in accordance with established procedures and specifications. This role supports daily laboratory operations, improves test efficiency, ensures reliable results, and documents all activities. The technician works closely with engineering and other teams while maintaining safety, organization, and quality standards.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Associate’s Degree preferred
• 1–3 years of relevant laboratory, electrical, or technical experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of electric motor theory, winding concepts, and electrical diagrams
• Ability to read and interpret standards, procedures, specifications, drawings, and electrical schematics
• Experience assembling, installing, testing, and maintaining electrical or electronic equipment using hand tools and power supplies
• Ability to inspect electrical systems and components to identify defects, hazards, or compliance issues
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Comfortable working with electrical power systems and laboratory test equipment
• Proficient computer skills and ability to learn new laboratory systems and procedures
• Continuous improvement mindset and openness to change

Responsibilities

• Perform electric motor and gearbox testing using standard laboratory equipment and procedures
• Collect, receive, label, test, and analyze motors; accurately record results in ENS or other related system
• Prepare and submit test reports to engineering teams and customers
• Maintain laboratory organization, cleanliness, safety, and equipment calibration
• Assisting in the development, improvement, and validation of new testing benches, fixtures, and laboratory test procedures in collaboration with engineering
• Support new product development testing, validation, and certification efforts
• Monitor motor inventory and laboratory tools; order supplies as needed
• Collaborate with engineering and cross-functional teams on test requests
• Maintain daily logs, procedures, and documentation
• Follow all safety policies and laboratory standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree