Jobs · OTHR · California

Electrical Test Tech - 1st Shift

Eaton · Santa Ana, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteOTHR$29.8/hrFull-time

About the role

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is seeking an Electrical Test Technician – 1st Shift. The division designs and produces critical power distribution products for various segments. The role is full‑time (40 hours per week) with potential overtime.

Responsibilities

  • Test and/or modify electrical equipment post‑production prior to customer shipment.
  • Inspect product functions and monitor test procedures.
  • Perform system tests including IR and dielectric testing; complete written test reports, logs and records.
  • Troubleshoot electrical problems in complex systems.
  • Troubleshoot AC/DC circuitry and printed circuit assemblies to the component level.
  • Assemble, set‑up programs and perform functional tests on circuit boards.
  • Organize work by receiving work requests; study wiring diagrams, drawings, and specifications.
  • Test systems and electrical components; determine cause of problems and requirements to solve them.
  • Use test equipment such as digital meter, current meter, out‑of‑phase transformer, variac transformer, resistive load bank, hi‑pot tester, current clamp, computer, and infrared camera.
  • Maintain a safe work environment by following standards, procedures, and legal regulations.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in electrical test or related electronic technologies, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
  • Relocation assistance is not available; only candidates within a 50‑mile radius will be considered (Active Duty Military Service members are exempt from this geographic limitation).

Qualifications

  • Associate’s degree in electronics or electrical engineering technology (preferred).
  • Prior training with electrical equipment and testing procedures (preferred).
  • Ability to read and understand one‑line drawings, wire lists, and schematics (preferred).
  • Proficiency with Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.) (preferred).
  • Understanding of delta‑wye 3‑phase transformer and resistive load bank technology (preferred

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