Power Plant Operator/Test & Conditioning Technician

Fuelcell Energy • Torrington, CT

108d • $32 - $32

About The Position

FuelCell Energy is a global leader in decarbonizing power and producing hydrogen through our proprietary fuel cell technology. Our mission is to enable a world powered by clean energy. As an innovator and manufacturer of fuel cell clean power platforms, FuelCell Energy has the only technology in the world capable of capturing carbon from an external source and producing power at the same time. In addition, we offer the only technology in the world capable of producing hydrogen, power and water simultaneously. We are looking for a Test and Conditioning Technician to join our team in Torrington. In this position, the selected candidate will have a key role in the final stages of our manufacturing process helping to ensure that our fuel cells perform in accordance with our specifications and are ready for shipment to the customer. This is a multifaceted position that is both rewarding and challenging. The Test and Conditioning Technician will be installing the fuel cell to the balance of plant, operating, and maintaining a variety of equipment within the balance of plant, and monitoring the heat-up and cool-down process of the fuel cell.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; AS Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of power plant operations/maintenance or equivalent industry experience troubleshooting of instrument, electrical, mechanical issues required.
• Some experience in rigging, mobile equipment, and insulation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs all required checks and line-ups prior to starting the heat-up process.
• Performs the set-up, calibration, testing and troubleshooting of circuits, components, instruments, and mechanical assemblies.
• Determines and may develop test specifications, methods and procedures from blueprints, drawings, and diagrams.
• Tests and troubleshoots assemblies including final systems.
• May complete rework on assemblies and/or systems because of testing.
• Prepares technical reports summarizing findings and recommending solutions to technical problems.
• Assist in the selection and set-up of specialized test equipment.
• Operates mobile equipment including forklifts, 60-ton Overhead Bridge Crane and other mechanical assisted lifting devices.
• Maintains physical outdoor work site.
• Places orders parts and materials used in the operations.
• Inputs data into ERP and Work Management software.
• Assists in writing procedures and other technical documents.
• Performs predictive and emergent maintenance activities.
• Attendance at the Test and Conditioning Center/Shop is necessary for successful interaction and interface with team, supervisors, internal resources, and engineers.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company-paid life/disability insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Generous paid leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED