Test Technician act

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Perform all required tests on transformers, control box, other components and subassemblies in accordance with established procedures and specific instructions

· Develop and maintain expert level skills in testing of controls and auxiliary devices including control box pre-test, fan motor and LTC wiring and functional test, LTC oil filter pre-test, CT wiring, relay tests, electronic and PLC based instrumentations like ETM and gas analyzers

· Handles non conformities per procedure including documenting and segregating

· Troubleshoots failure based on procedure and/or under guidance

· Performs basic preventive maintenance and 5S of work station, test equipment, test floor and offices

· Calculates test data to verify test parameters and evaluate test result calculations to determine acceptability of test

· Records and files test result calculations and analyzes final test reports

· Moving and setting up transformers, assemblies and auxiliary devices to and from test floor

· Clean and maintain test floor facilities

· Document non-conformance and support troubleshooting activities

· Create preliminary test reports

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

§ Technical knowledge and experience to completely test power transformers and associated auxiliary apparatus

§ Documentation and calculation involved with transformer testing

§ Ability to calculate test results interpret to determine product acceptance or rejection

§ Computer proficiency using Microsoft Windows, Word and Excel and PC based test equipment

§ Physical work and calculations of test results performed in a timely, systematic, and error free manner

§ Understanding of electricity and safety rules pertaining to electricity

§ Demonstrate competency and participate in the continuous improvement process

§ Work assignments involve specific instructions, established procedures, and adherence to industry standards

§ Able to perform basic electrical engineering calculations and able to interpret results

§ Knowledge of appropriate industry standards such as IEEE and IEC

§ Work involves dealing with very high voltages

§ Ability to communicate with peers, inspectors, manufacturing, planning, marketing and engineering departments.

§ Job requires complete knowledge of operation of test apparatus and controls; instrumentation used in tests; test floor facility limitations, and safety rules

§ Both oral and written communication skills are required for error free transmission of facts

§ Strict attention to details relating in report writing

§ Competency using electronic calculators and entering data in Electronic System

§ Ability to work at heights (30 feet) with fall protection

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required Education / Experience

Associate’s degree in Power, High Voltage, Electrical Engineering, Utilities Engineering, Electro-magnetic or an equivalent major, or 2 years’ experience with Transformer Factory/Field Testing experience.

Preferred Education / Experience

Associate’s degree in Power, High Voltage, Electrical Engineering, Utilities Engineering, Electro-magnetic or an equivalent major and knowledge or experience with transformers or high voltage equipment design, manufacturing, service or testing.