Locomotive Test Technician - Final Test

Job description

Job Number

2689007

Business

GE Transportation

Business Segment

GET Transportation

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Posted Position Title

Locomotive Test Technician - Final Test

Career Level

Experienced

Function

Engineering/Technology

Function Segment

Test and Evaluation

Location(s) Where Opening Is Available

United States

U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces

Texas

City

Fort Worth

Postal Code

76177

Relocation Assistance

No

Role Summary/Purpose

The Locomotive Test Technician (2nd/Night Shift) in our Locomotive Final Assembly area will be responsible for the testing and checking of all major components and subsystems of a Locomotive prior to final shipment to the customer. In this role you will be responsible for troubleshooting methods to identify problems, critically analyze and develop solutions, and report key findings to various key stakeholders including; Quality organization and internal production departments.

Essential Responsibilities

In addition you will:

·  Test all electrical and mechanical systems on a Locomotive and Locomotive sub-assemblies including; complicated circuits, electrical measurements, air brake systems, diesel engines, and interactions between all systems
·  Diagnose, adjust, troubleshoot, and repair all defects found during testing
·  Perform tests required for emissions / fuel consumption or other engineering testing for all types of Locomotives
·  Conduct track testing of all types of locomotives and be expected to follow all rules pertaining to the operation of a Locomotive
·  Calculate and record data (Data may have to be compiled into test reports for record keeping)
·  Use material transport devices including but not limited to; radio controlled cranes, forklifts, and tuggers
·  Work with various Engineering departments and outside vendors
·  Conduct auditing of all phases of production to verify conformity to all mechanical and electrical standards
·  Be responsible for test set ups and special instrumentations required to determine parts performance and systems characteristics

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

Desired Characteristics

·  Knowledge of AC / DC theory, Digital Electronics, and Fiber Optics
·  Knowledge and/or training in Pneumatic Air Systems
·  Understanding and ability to work with complicated electrical schematics, verbal instructions, and / or drawings
·  Ability to meet physical / safety standards for test track operations on all types of Locomotives
·  Ability to operate computers and recording instrumentations including; maintenance and calibration, to validate pre / post conditions of Locomotives
·  Ability to set up, operate, test, adjust, perform defect analysis, and repair radio frequency equipment (Complete equipment), requiring a Federal Communications Commission Second Class Radiotelephone License
Strong computer skills
·  Ability to properly use and care for assigned tools and equipment
·  Ability to adhere to standards and do a quality job in a safe and timely manor
·  Willingness and ability to work any shift
·  Ability to promote climate of cooperation, such as; leading by example mentoring others in Quality, Safety, Environmental, Lean, and HPWT philosophies
·  Ability to perform multiple tasks in any combination / concentration in Quality, Safety, Environmental, Lean, and HPWT philosophies
·  Ability to rotate through all or most of the processes, rather than being assigned to a specific task
·  Ability to work as part of a team and perform all related duties

Desired profile

Qualifications/Requirements

·  Associate's Degree in an Electrical / Mechanical discipline or related technical discipline from an accredited university or college (Or a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 2 years of Military Technical Training or Electrical/Test experiences)
·  A minimum of 1 year of work experience in an industry related field