Electronics Test Technician - Third Shift

About the company

CAREL USA, Inc. is an innovative, high-tech company that creates products delivering energy savings and minimizing environmental impact through advanced technologies and tailored services. Founded in 1973, CAREL is a world leader in control solutions for air-conditioning, refrigeration, heating, humidification, and evaporative cooling. Our solutions are used in commercial, industrial, and residential applications across the Americas, Asia Pacific, Africa, and Europe, with 18 fully-owned subsidiaries, 7 production sites, and partners in 75 additional countries. CAREL emphasizes research, innovation, and technology, placing customer needs at the center of design to offer differentiated products.

About the role

As an Electronics Test Technician, you will apply electrical principles to assemble, install, and test electrical wiring, components, and equipment into industrial control panels. This role involves working in a multicultural and change-oriented environment, contributing to the company’s success while developing professional skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional testing of energized equipment with voltages up to 480V.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Inspect wiring installations, assemblies, and other electrical components.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group; may act as a lead.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality control to review bills of materials, drawings, and schematics.
• Demonstrate electrical safety practices and use of proper PPE as required.
• Manufacture prototypes of new products, identifying problems, and providing feedback.
• Work with production engineers to obtain new tools and equipment when required.
• Perform complex wiring and assembly operations on assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Maintain an organized and clean workspace.
• Use and maintain fabrication tools for electrical and mechanical assemblies such as crimpers, wire stripping tools, and label machines.
• Perform any other similar or associated duties necessary to accomplish job objectives.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required; accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program is required.
• Electrical safety training such as NFPA 70E or similar is preferred.
• 2-4 years of electrical work with industrial control panels or 3-5 years of experience or transferable knowledge from similar industries.
• Fluent in English with the ability to read, comprehend, and communicate effectively in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) and compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Demonstrated capacity to manage tasks and projects with minimal supervision, including strong self-motivation and initiative.
• Ability to coordinate, coach, and train teams effectively, providing clear instructions and delegating tasks efficiently.
• Familiarity with IEC-style schematics and knowledge of UL 508A design concepts.

Qualifications

• Electrical or Electronic Technology certification preferred but not required.

Physical demands

• Ability to stand for 8+ hours a day.
• Ability to reach and bend.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, or pull up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Manual dexterity is required.
• Ability to wear all required PPE and work in a state of constant alertness and safe manner.

Work environment

The role is based in manufacturing and warehouse areas. The employee may be frequently exposed to moving equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, machinery, and tools. The noise level is usually moderate, depending on the scope of work.

Schedule

Sunday - Thursday, 10:00 pm – 6:30 am.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Vacation, sick, and personal time.
• 401k plan.