Operational Test Technician I

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories•Pullman, WA

About The Position

This role involves performing and documenting operational test processes to ensure equipment functions correctly according to technical documentation and current standards. The technician will validate customer specifications, perform insulation and continuity tests, and conduct mechanical tests on equipment. A key part of the role is to validate, record, and ensure that all deviations found during testing are clarified and fixed. The position also requires providing constructive feedback to the production floor to improve processes, following company values and safety standards, and training/mentoring team members. Continuous improvement of the testing area's performance and efficiency is expected, along with the ability to work independently and effectively. The company emphasizes a philosophy of 'Understand. Create. Simplify.'

Requirements

Associate's Degree (A.S.) in Electrical/Technician related disciplines, Technician in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics or relevant discipline
Self-motivated with continuous desire to learn and find solutions
Basic English (able to read drawings)
Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
Background check results satisfactory to SEL
Negative drug test result(s)

Nice To Haves

Experience with Windows OS and Microsoft Office
Knowledge in the execution of tests in electrical panels
Knowledge in electrical, mechanical and plating materials
Able to interpret electrical and mechanical diagrams and functional diagrams
Knowledge of quality tools and standards
2+ years’ experience in manufacturing

Responsibilities

Perform and document operational test processes to ensure the correct functioning of the equipment in accordance with the technical documentation and current standards.
Validate the customer's specification, special specs vs. Panel Construction.
Perform insulation tests in accordance with the procedure established per customer specifications.
Perform the continuity test in accordance with the procedure established.
Perform the mechanical test to the equipment (switches, relays, etc.) to ensure their correct functionality.
Validate, record and ensure that all deviations found during the test are clarified and fixed.
Provide constructive, respectful feedback to the production floor about your findings to improve production processes.
Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, World Class Manufacturing Principles, and SEL safety standards.
Train and mentor team members and suggest modifications to work instructions as needed.
Improve the performance and efficiency of the testing area: Identify, Measure, Improve, and Analyze.
Work independently, efficiently and effectively.
Understand. Create. Simplify.
Other duties as assigned.