Tester

Mission Critical Group•Belle Chasse, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Tester performs testing and troubleshooting during the final assembly phase of electrical control and distribution equipment before customer delivery. The role ensures product quality, compliance, and functionality by verifying that assemblies meet engineering specifications, customer requirements, and applicable industry standards. The Tester works with production, engineering, and quality teams to identify and resolve issues before shipment. The role involves diagnostics, troubleshooting, and reliability testing of low-, medium-, and arc-resistant switchgear and electrical control equipment. It also includes documenting HIPOT tests on copper bus, checking completed products against technical schematics, performing basic device programming, repairing custom-built equipment, and supporting Factory Acceptance Tests and client witness testing under the direction or supervision of senior team members. This is an hourly, FLSA non-exempt position based on the production floor. Overtime may be required in response to production demands, including extended shifts, weekends, or holidays. The work involves standing for extended periods, working around machinery, and following safety and compliance standards. Physical requirements include moving around the plant, handling tools and controls, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, and having sufficient vision and hearing to work safely and communicate effectively.

Requirements

1–2 years of experience wiring and assembling electrical control and distribution equipment; switchgear or industrial manufacturing experience is preferred.
Working knowledge of engineering principles, techniques, and procedures applied to the design and production of electrical equipment.
Understanding of raw materials, production processes, and manufacturing techniques.
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles used to produce technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Proficiency with computer hardware and software, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Intermediate written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interpret technical procedures, write reports and correspondence, and present information to managers and customers.
Solid mathematical skills, including the ability to calculate figures, proportions, and measurements.
Strong attention to quality and ability to follow procedures carefully and work accurately.
Self-motivation and ability to identify and resolve issues independently while adhering to guidelines and procedures.
Ability to collaborate with peers, leadership, and cross-functional teams.
Customer-oriented approach and proactive support of internal and external needs.
High School Diploma or GED required.
Ability to move around the manufacturing plant, including walking, standing, and climbing stairs.
Occasional manual dexterity to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds while following OSHA standards.
Sufficient vision and hearing to navigate the plant safely and communicate effectively.
Ability to work overtime, including extended shifts, weekends, or holidays, as production demands require.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems.
Experience in a switchgear or industrial manufacturing environment.
Experience with testing tools including MPRT, secondary injection units, digital ratiometers, CT testers, digital multimeters, Fluke meters, AC and DC high-potential testers, high-voltage testers, basic hand tools, and testing jumpers.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, and reliability testing on low-, medium-, and arc-resistant switchgear and electrical control equipment.
Verify and document HIPOT tests on copper bus.
Verify that the final product is consistent with technical schematics.
Perform basic device programming and repair custom-built equipment before client shipment as a quality-control measure.
Perform Factory Acceptance Tests to demonstrate product functionality and advise on interfacing capabilities with clients’ existing equipment under the direction of senior team members.
Identify functionality issues or defects through visual and electrical inspections of power distribution equipment.
Assist senior team members with maintenance or repairs within testing guidelines.
Assist senior team members with design verifications and product reliability demonstrations during client witness testing under supervision.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Follow safety protocols, identify potential hazards, and correct or report unsafe conditions.
Take responsibility for the quality and efficiency of work, proactively identify issues, offer solutions, and follow through.