Test Technician

Schneider Electric•Lexington, KY

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Launch your career in electronics hardware testing with a role that offers real hands-on experience and mentorship. We're looking for a motivated Technician to join our team, where you'll support validation and testing of innovative electronic systems across multiple technical domains. This position will be responsible for product testing on specific assigned PCS (Power Control Systems) units and ensure that it is fully tested in accordance with ASCO procedures and standard industry practices testing the individual PCS sections, interconnecting the sections and testing the systems and the control programs. Also responsible to demonstrate the assigned PCS switchgear for customers during onsite witness tests. Position includes hands-on testing and troubleshooting with testers and design engineers. Position works within standard PCS operating procedures and guidelines. Position requires a moderate degree of supervision. Promote a safe work environment. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

Knowledge of electrical principals and power management.
Ability to read and follow schematics of complex electrical and mechanical circuits.
Knowledge of PLC interface and WonderWare programming strongly preferred.
Computer programming and networking skills are a strong plus.
2-year Associates Degree in Power, Electronics, Computer Networking with 2-3 years relative experience; or 4 years of Military Training in Power, Electronics or Computer Networking.

Responsibilities

Test, troubleshoot, correct and document wiring and functional problems in accordance with the wiring diagram.
Setup and perform PCS testing based on Sequence of Operation.
Interface with both production and engineering personnel to properly record and correct both physical and design nonconformance issues.
Configure and test PLC’s (Programmable Logic Controller) and power management networks.
Upload firmware and download parameters to control modules and other electronic components.
Set up electronic components and protective relays per vendor manuals.
Develop and build test simulations for customized PCS switchgear.
Serve as “technical” point person for test group on an assigned PCS unit
In order to meet customer demands, the position is subject to daily and weekend overtime to complete PCS Projects.