Testing Technician

Mission Critical Group•West Chester, PA

About The Position

The Testing Technician performs testing and troubleshooting during the final assembly phase of electrical control and distribution equipment before customer delivery. The role verifies that assemblies meet engineering specifications, customer requirements, and applicable industry standards, helping ensure product quality, compliance, and functionality. The technician works with production, engineering, and quality teams to identify and resolve issues before shipment. Responsibilities include testing low-, medium-, and arc-resistant switchgear and electrical control equipment; verifying and documenting HIPOT tests on copper bus; checking assemblies against technical schematics; performing basic device programming and repairs; and carrying out Factory Acceptance Tests. The technician also identifies defects through visual and electrical inspections, assists senior team members with maintenance, repairs, design verification, and product reliability demonstrations, and supports client witness testing under supervision.

Requirements

0–1 years of experience wiring or assembling electrical control and distribution equipment, preferably in a switchgear or industrial manufacturing environment.
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 read and 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 work collaboratively with peers, leadership, and cross-functional teams.
Customer-oriented approach and willingness to support internal and external needs.
High school diploma or GED required.
Ability to stand for extended periods and move around the manufacturing plant, including walking, standing, and climbing stairs.
Ability to occasionally handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds, following OSHA standards.
Ability to see and hear well enough to navigate the plant safely and communicate effectively.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems.
Experience in a switchgear or industrial manufacturing environment.

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.
Ensure final products are consistent with technical schematics, perform basic device programming, and repair custom-built equipment before shipment.
Perform Factory Acceptance Tests and advise on product 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 and 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.

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