Senior Electronic Technician

Ametek, Inc.•City of Rochester, NY

28d•Onsite

About The Position

Conduct a variety of simple and complex electronic, mechanical, and electromechanical tests on electronic systems, subassemblies, printed circuit boards using multiple pieces of test equipment to ensure the unit under test functions according to specifications. Troubleshoot/document any failures as required. The Sr.Technician must be able to read and understand technical documents and procedures to allow proper set-up and test of product using multiple pieces of test equipment. This position also requires the ability to troubleshoot complex printed circuit boards down to the component level when required and cost effective. The Sr.Technician must have thorough technical knowledge of all products within their work group, and must have the ability and desire to be cross trained on all products. The Technician must be able to work in a team environment and must be able to communicate effectively with customers and other departments as required.

Requirements

4 year degree in electronics/ engineering field
3 years of experience as an electronic technician/engineer

Nice To Haves

Proven problem-solving skills and methodology
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Responsibilities

Ability to read and understand test schedule, work orders, test manuals, specifications, wiring diagrams, schematics, and test procedures.
Provide customers with technical backup information and hands-on assistance to allow them to operate and maintain equipment used with various applications.
Install, troubleshoot, test and repair any product as assigned or directed. Proficient in soldering smt parts.
Tests functional performance of systems, subassemblies, and parts following procedures and drawings.
Connects unit to be tested to test equipment such as signal generator, frequency meter, test fixture, or other electronic test equipment.
Ability to understand electronic characteristics such as voltage, frequency, distortion, inductance, and capacitance.
Analyzes test results on defective units to determine cause of failure, compares results with specifications and records test data. Document failures and repairs.
Replaces defective wiring and components (if cost effective), must be able to troubleshoot and repair down to the component level. Records the defects and return repaired units back into inventory.
Confers with engineers, technicians, production personnel, and others regarding testing procedures and results, and to resolve problems. Recommends corrective action to drawings, procedures, etc.
Knowledge of computers and various programs used to communicate with products. Ability to learn Oracle, defect databases, and handle all inventory transactions