Department: Test Job Status: Full-time
FSLA Status: Exempt Reports To: Test Manager Amount of Travel Required:0-10% Positions Supervised: None
POSITION SUMMARY
The Test Engineer tests transformers and switchgear, control components and circuits to comply with VTC and industry standards and customers’ requirements; he/she inspects products before and after assembly for conformance with VTC’s internal design requirements and customers’ specifications.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Perform routine tests. (ratio, phase rotation, resistance, impedance and loss measurements, Power factor, Megger, etc.)
2. Perform high voltage tests on transformers. (Impulse, Partial discharge, Hi Pot, Double induction, etc.)
3. Troubleshoot for problems in case of failure.
4. Take oil samples from main tank and transformers and carry out di-electric test. Send samples out for special tests.
5. Perform pre-assembly ratio tests & troubleshoot whenever required.
6. Inspect product in-process and after assembly to determine quality. Inspection shall include Engineering drawings, outlines and designs, mechanical dimensions, electrical wiring, and overall appearance of product. Write NCR’s for non-conformance items. Follow-up NCR’s through rectification or obtain approval before final stamp for shipping. Maintain records of non-conformance. Correct those items which can be handled by test technicians.
7. Accept responsibility for quality control stamps and affix stamps on product after inspection. Sign off the check sheets once the unit is tested.
8. Become familiar with VTC’s and industry standards for testing VTC product.
9. Learn to operate and maintain all VTC test equipment. Always maintain clean test area.
10. Observe all safety procedures while testing and require the same from others present in the test area such as customer inspections.
11. Preparation of test folders/reports and submission for approval.
12. Assure that measured data is appropriate by verifying the appropriateness of test procedures.
13. Correct measured data for temperature and other environmental/set-up variables.
14. Maintain neat and orderly work areas.
15. Satisfy all performance requirements as determined by supervisor, as well as attendance guidelines as prescribed by the Employee Handbook.
16.Other duties as directed by supervisor.
Competency Statement(s)
1. Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
2. Adaptability – Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
3. Analytical Skills – Ability to use critical thinking and reasoning to solve problem.
4. Communication – Ability to communicate effectively with others, using the spoken and written word.
5. Ethical – Ability to demonstrate conducts conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
6. Interpersonal – Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
7. Organized – Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
8. Self-Motivated – Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of ones ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
Education:
Two year engineering technology degree (minimum) Four year electrical engineering degree (Preferred).
Experience
1. 3-5 years relevant experience in QC, electrical troubleshooting, testing, or electrician’s helper experience in medium voltage.
2. Ability to work variable work schedules.
3. Experience must include manufacturing plant in electrical transformers, reactors or allied power equipment field.
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Computer Skills:
Intermediate computer skills required including experience with Office products and testing software.
Work Location: RINCON, GA.
Deadline to apply for this position is 5:00 PM Friday, May 19th, 2023
Experience in Transformer Industry highly preferred.
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Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- What is your salary requirement?
Education:
Experience:
- Electrical engineering: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person