Test Technician
About The Position
The Test Technician tests Hydraulic Control Systems and receives training on Mid-Range Traction Control Systems. The role troubleshoots and repairs associated digital and analog electronic circuits and may perform duties in Technical Quality Control. Work may involve high voltages ranging from +5 to 700 VDC and up to 600 VAC. The technician may occasionally assist Technical Support by helping customers over the telephone and on field trips, provide training, assist other departments, and perform other assigned tasks. Motion Control Engineering (MCE), part of Nidec Corporation, manufactures elevator control products used in buildings around the world. MCE is an independent elevator control manufacturer and leads Nidec’s Global Elevator Solutions Group serving markets outside North America.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Electrical or Electronics, or an equivalent two-year course in Electrical or Electronics.
- Basic understanding of how electricity works in commercial and industrial settings.
- Knowledge of electrical fundamentals and use of electrical test equipment.
- Knowledge of production and distribution of electricity, voltage, current, and resistance calculations (Ohm’s Law).
- Knowledge of basic electrical circuits, including series and parallel circuits, power calculation, diode bridges, and AC-to-DC voltage circuits.
- Basic understanding of transformer types (step-up, step-down, or isolation) and single-phase, two-phase, and three-phase systems.
- Basic knowledge of AC and DC motors, electric and magnetic circuits, resonance, and measuring instruments.
- Soldering and de-soldering skills.
- Knowledge of how to use multimeters, oscilloscopes, frequency generators, or other test equipment.
Responsibilities
- Test Hydraulic Control Systems and train on Mid-Range Traction Control Systems.
- Troubleshoot and/or repair associated digital and analog electronic circuits.
- Perform duties in the Technical Quality Control operation when needed.
- Work with voltages ranging from +5 to 700 VDC and up to 600 VAC.
- Occasionally assist Technical Support by helping customers via telephone and on field trips.
- Perform training and other work-related duties, including assisting other departments as required.
- Perform other tasks as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on qualifications: $20–$25 an hour
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 12 paid holidays
- 401(k) and company match
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Medical, dental, and vision plans with options
- Life insurance
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Flexible Spending Account
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
