Electro Mechanical Technician

Electro Mechanical Technician

Job Description

Perform standardized electrical tests as directed per UL, CSA, and other certification bodies under the direction of lab team leader. The testing includes temperature, short circuit, mechanical endurance, electrical endurance, and environmental. Will report to the Laboratory Team Lead.

Responsibilities:
Produce accurate and detailed testing documentation describing the performance of various electrical devices including circuit breakers, controls devices, and distribution equipment.
You will maintain safe and clean work environment.
Other assignments as directed by Team Lead.
Test equipment maintenance/upgrades.
You will cross-train in other areas of the Power Lab with the expectation to learn quickly.

Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience:
1. High School required; 2-year degree in electrical field of study preferred.
2. Experience with or testing circuit breakers.
3. Proficient in Microsoft Office skills.
4. PC skills, to include basic programming skills.
5. Ability to use oscilloscopes and multi-meters.
6. Must be able to work in a team environment as well as independently.

Preferred Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience:
1. ISO 9001, 17025 documentation requirements.
2. Experience with circuit breakers and wiring from residential size (15A) through industrial size (up to 6000A).
3. Preferred 3-5 years’ experience in the electrical field.
4. Labview programming.
5. PLC programming Simatic and LOGO preferred.
6. Ability to multitask and work independently.
7. Experience using thermocouples.
8. Analytical thinking combined with conceptual and organizational abilities.
9. Team oriented personality who has the ability to work well by themselves or on a team in an international environment.
10. Proactive at executing daily tasks and achieving long-term goals.
11. Passionate commitment to the company vision.

Electrical degree background will suffice in lieu of experience

Ideal candidate will have testing experience in circuit breakers

HS dioloma/GED required

Notes:

7:00 AM to 4:00 PM EST

No travel

Onsite

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.