Senior Test Technician / T&C Specialist
About The Position
As an HRU employee, the Senior Test Technician / T&C Specialist will be based at and perform daily operations on-site at the Kinkisharyo facility in Palmdale, California. The role performs hands-on static and dynamic testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of rail vehicles and integrated subsystems. It also requires building and maintaining a collaborative working relationship with Kinkisharyo’s testing and commissioning personnel to support joint operations, communication, and project milestones. The technician carries out testing using approved procedures, records and reports test results, sets up and operates specialized equipment and diagnostic tools, and helps resolve faults and close out vehicle punch-list items. The role also emphasizes strict safety compliance and provides technical guidance to junior technicians.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, technical school certification, or equivalent military or hands-on industry experience.
- At least 2 years of experience in testing, commissioning, or advanced troubleshooting in a heavy industrial environment, such as rail, aerospace/aviation, automotive, defense, or heavy machinery.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical blueprints.
- Hands-on experience with multimeters, oscilloscopes, and PC-based diagnostic or software tools.
- Good understanding of electrical circuits, including low-voltage control and high-voltage power systems.
- Ability to work effectively in a co-located, multi-organizational team environment.
- Excellent communication, active cooperation, and conflict-resolution skills.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in the railroad or rolling stock industry; internal training will be provided.
- Certification or training in Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and high-voltage safety practices.
- Experience with vehicle communication networks such as CAN bus or Ethernet.
Responsibilities
- Execute daily static and dynamic testing activities, including continuity checks, high-voltage insulation tests, and testing of braking, propulsion, TCMS, and HVAC systems, according to approved procedures.
- Accurately record test data, maintain testing logs, and prepare clear test reports for engineering review.
- Set up, calibrate, and operate specialized test equipment, diagnostic software, and data acquisition tools.
- Coordinate daily testing schedules and vehicle movements with Kinkisharyo’s testing and commissioning team.
- Participate in joint technical meetings, safety briefings, and shift handovers with Kinkisharyo personnel.
- Foster a positive, professional, cross-functional team environment across organizational boundaries.
- Lead technical fault-finding and root-cause troubleshooting for complex electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and mechanical failures discovered during testing.
- Collaborate with HRU and Kinkisharyo engineering and quality assurance teams to report bugs, trace anomalies, and implement re-testing.
- Assist with managing the vehicle punch-list and performing rework to close open items.
- Follow and enforce safety procedures on the test floor and track, including OSHA, FRA, and facility-specific Lockout/Tagout procedures.
- Provide technical guidance and informal mentorship to junior technicians on safety protocols and specialized testing techniques.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
