Operational Test Technician I / II / III
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
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- Pay
- $34 to $44
- an hour
- Location
- Charlotte, NC
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 21
- 1 day ago
Career path
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About the company
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
Utilities · 5,001 to 10,000 employees
We’re 100% employee owned.
What you'll do
- Perform and document operational test processes
- Validate the customer's specification, special specs vs. Panel Construction
- Perform insulation tests in accordance with customer specifications
- Perform the continuity test in accordance with the established procedure
- Perform mechanical tests on equipment to ensure correct functionality
- Validate, record and ensure deviations found during testing are clarified and fixed
- Provide feedback to the production floor about findings
- Train and mentor team members and suggest modifications to work instructions
What you need
- Associate's Degree (A.S.) in an Electrical/Technician related discipline
- Technician in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics or relevant discipline
- Basic English (able to read drawings)
- Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
- Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
- Background check results satisfactory to SEL; negative drug test result(s)
- 2+ years’ experience in manufacturing (preferred)
Key skills
Strong writingdocumentationspeaking skillsread drawingslearn new skillsWindows OSMicrosoft Officeelectrical panelselectrical and mechanical diagramsfunctional diagramsquality tools and standards
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Perks
- employer funded stock ownership plan
- personal 401(k) options
- medical
- prescription
- dental
- vision
- life
- disability insurance
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Perform and document operational test processes to ensure the correct functioning of the equipment in accordance with the technical documentation and current standards.
2. Validate the customer's specification, special specs vs. Panel Construction.
3. Perform insulation tests in accordance with the procedure established per customer specifications.
4. Perform the continuity test in accordance with the procedure established.
5. Perform the mechanical test to the equipment (switches, relays, etc.) to ensure their correct functionality.
6. Validate, record and ensure that all deviations found during the test are clarified and fixed.
7. Provide constructive, respectful feedback to the production floor about your findings to improve production processes.
8. Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, World Class Manufacturing Principles, and SEL safety standards.
9. Train and mentor team members and suggest modifications to work instructions as needed.
10. Improve the performance and efficiency of the testing area: Identify, Measure, Improve, and Analyze. Work independently, efficiently and effectively.
11. Understand. Create. Simplify.
12. Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Associate's Degree (A.S.) in Electrical/Technician related disciplines, Technician in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics or relevant discipline
Self-motivated with continuous desire to learn and find solutions
Basic English (able to read drawings)
Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
Background check results satisfactory to SEL
Negative drug test result(s)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Windows OS and Microsoft Office
Knowledge in the execution of tests in electrical panels
Knowledge in electrical, mechanical and plating materials
Able to interpret electrical and mechanical diagrams and functional diagrams
Knowledge of quality tools and standards
2+ years’ experience in manufacturing
Physical Requirements
None
Pay Range Data
We base our starting pay on job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.
Operational Test Technician I: Starting pay $34.81/hr.
Operational Test Technician II: Starting pay $37.79/hr.
Operational Test Technician II: Starting pay $44.33/hr.
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.
We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
Communication with Applicants
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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.