Electrical Tester
- Client is seeking a skilled UPS 3-Phase Production Electrical Tester Technician (2nd shift) to join our Fairfield, OH manufacturing team.
- This position will support testing of advanced 3-phase UPS systems used in critical power applications.
- The ideal candidate will have strong electrical troubleshooting skills, experience reading wiring diagrams, and the ability to work safely around electrical equipment in a manufacturing environment.
- This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on electrical professional with experience in testing, troubleshooting, manufacturing, field service, industrial electrical systems, or power distribution equipment.
What You Will Do
- Set up and perform functional, operational, and electrical testing on client Electric 3-phase.
- Test UPS systems, electrical assemblies, controls, accessories, breakers, CTs, communication components, and related electronic systems.
- Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, outline drawings, bills of material, and test specifications.
- Troubleshoot wiring, electrical, mechanical, and functional issues identified during testing.
- Perform AC/DC circuit analysis and validate proper system operation.
- Use electrical test equipment such as voltmeters, multimeters, continuity testers, hipot testers, ground bond testers, power meters, and other required test devices.
- Upload firmware, download parameters, configure control panels, and support electronic component setup as required.
- Set up and verify protective relays, breakers, controls, sensors, and related devices per engineering documentation or vendor manuals.
- Document test results, defects, rework activity, and quality findings accurately and completely.
- Communicate test failures, drawing concerns, or quality issues to supervision, Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams.
- Follow all safety requirements, including electrical safety, lockout/tagout, PPE, energized work controls, and test area procedures.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in alignment with 5S and Lean manufacturing expectations.
- Support continuous improvement activities related to test process, quality, first-pass yield, cycle time, and productivity.
What Qualifications Will Make You Successful
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
- Experience with electrical testing, troubleshooting, or electrical assembly.
- Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and electrical drawings.
- Working knowledge of AC/DC electrical circuits.
- Ability to use a voltmeter, multimeter, and continuity testing equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to document work accurately.
- Ability to follow standard work, test procedures, safety rules, and quality requirements.
- Strong communication skills and ability to escalate issues effectively.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Willingness to work overtime or alternate shifts as business needs require.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Previous experience testing UPS systems, power distribution units, switchgear, electrical panels, or industrial electrical equipment.
- Experience with 3-phase electrical systems.
- Knowledge of UPS, PDU, or critical power products.
- Experience with hipot, ground bond, functional test, load testing, or regenerative load systems.
- Experience uploading firmware or configuring electronic controls.
- Familiarity with protective relays, breakers, CTs, meters, communication modules, or control panels.
- Wiring certification or electrical certification preferred.
- Experience with Lean manufacturing, 5S, problem solving, and continuous improvement.
- Basic computer skills, including Windows-based applications and digital test documentation systems.
KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
- Safety-first mindset
- Electrical troubleshooting capability
- Quality focus
- Attention to detail
- Sense of urgency
- Problem solving
- Communication
- Accountability
- Teamwork
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Ability to follow detailed procedures
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision once trained
Physical and Work Environment Requirements
- Ability to work in a manufacturing and electrical test environment.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and work around large electrical equipment for extended periods.
- Ability to use hand tools, test equipment, and computer-based test systems.
- Ability to follow all electrical safety and PPE requirements.
- Ability to work near energized equipment only in accordance with approved safety procedures and training requirements.
- Ability to lift or move materials within company safety guidelines.