Test Lab Technician- ITR

Job description

3500068
Additional Cities

Charleroi
Career Level

Entry-Level
Relocation Assistance

No
Business

GE Renewable Energy
Business Segment

Renewable Energy Grid Solutions
Function

Manufacturing
Country/Territory

United States
Additional States/Provinces

Pennsylvania
Postal Code

15022
Role Summary/Purpose

Final inspection and testing of current transformers, voltage transformers, and capacitor voltage transformers to ensure unit functions according to specifications and standards or to determine cause of unit failure.

Essential Responsibilities

Position report directly to department supervisor. Position interacts daily with numerous levels of management; contract administrators, supervisors, product line managers, engineering, maintenance and other plant personnel to achieve daily task.

·  Test functional performance of instrument transformers, including electrical functions, high voltage tests, and visual and dimensional inspections
·  Perform mechanical adjustment operations on instrument transformers components, linkages, and operating mechanisms
·  Compare results with specifications, records test data, and prints test results
·  Perform electrical trouble-shooting and minor repairs, including the replacing of defective components, and mechanical repairs. Frequently required to support production during repair procedures
·  Analyse test results on defective units and reports on nonconforming products
·  Confer with engineers, technicians, production personnel, and others regarding testing procedures and results and to resolve problems
·  Review test reports from other test technicians and maintains the test reports files
·  Calibrate test instruments according to specifications
·  Perform maintenance and repair procedures on electrical and mechanical test equipment, gas handling equipment, and test facilities
·  Ensure the product will meet customer requirement in regards for finished goods
·  Document work performed by filling out proper forms.
Qualifications/Requirements

·  Associates Degree in Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent
·  Minimum of one year related experience in quality control testing or electrical
Desired Characteristics

·  Ability to read schematics, nameplates, electrical drawings, and measurement instruments such as oscilloscopes, power analysers, and voltmeters
·  Solid knowledge of basic electrical theory

·  Must be computer literate
·  Proficient in excel

·  Basic electrical troubleshooting skills
·  Strong math background
·  Ability to speak effectively, write routine reports and correspondence
·  Ability to understand test procedures and requirements and explain them to customers
·  Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
·  Must be articulate and professional, with good interpersonal skills because of frequent customer witness tests in the test lab.
About Us

GE (NYSE:GE) drives the world forward by tackling its biggest challenges. By combining world-class engineering with software and analytics, GE helps the world work more efficiently, reliably, and safely. GE people are global, diverse and dedicated, operating with the highest integrity and passion to fulfill GE’s mission and deliver for our customers. www.ge.com
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is anEqual Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
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 drug screen (as applicable).
Primary Country

United States
Primary State/Province

Pennsylvania
Primary City

Charleroi