Electronic Technician

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of repetitive and non-repetitive tasks associated with electrical design and electro-mechanical testing of new equipment and new product prototypes in a lab environment.
• Runs and programs automated testing machines (DITMCO) for harness and component testing.
• Provides technical assistance to other personnel in the operation of computers, electronic equipment and various test applications.
• Performs first level testing, using standard equipment, and analyzes results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustments.
• Buils, operates and modifies non-standard equipment and test fixtures. May recommend new equipment materials or procedures to improve product quality or reliability.
• Communicates with internal and external customers.
• Programs integrated circuits (IC chips, EPROM, etc.).
• Performs mechanical calibration of systems and equipment.
• Develops fixturing and schematic drawings.
• Affords technical support to other technicians.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, Licenses and Certifications

• Reads and interprets drawings, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings and engineering instructions while applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
• Performs basic soldering.
• Uses advanced electronic test equipment such as waveform analyzer, programmable power supply, etc.
• Understands written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
• Communicates effectively in verbal and written communication methods as appropriate.
• Uses a computer’s scroll bars, mouse, and dialog boxes to work within the operating system. Accesses and switches between applications and files of interest.
• Performs basic troubleshooting and determines causes for test failures.
• Possesses working knowledge of basic electrical components, advanced circuitry and schematics, safety procedures when working with voltage greater than 70 DC, and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD).
• Uses Alstom specific computer databases such as SAP to manage large amounts of information, input data, retrieve specific records, and create reports to communicate the information.
• Utilizes Microsoft Excel to enter, manipulate and format text and numerical data; insert, delete and manipulate cells, rows and columns; and create and save worksheets.
• Utilizes Microsoft Word to type text, format, edit, print, save and retrieve documents.

Education and/or Experience

• High school graduate plus two years additional education in an electronics technical school or two academic years of college in engineering/science or equivalent.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently works in a standing position.
• Frequently lifts loads of 40 lbs or less.
• Occasionally bends and positions self to access tight spaces.
• Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder.
• Frequently handles, feels, operates and controls objects, tools or controls.
• Frequently observes gauges, dials or other indicators to ensure a machine is working properly.
• Requires wearing personal protective equipment including steel-toe shoes and safety glasses.
• Constantly responsible for the health and safety of others.

Working Conditions

• Occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions at field sites or suppliers.
• Travels on an as needed basis.