Test Technician

Brief Description

Test Technician - PCS

Responsibilities

• Factory Acceptance Testing and Customer Witness Testing of L&S equipment including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and digital control systems.
• Determine test equipment requirements and coordinating availability.
• Prepare test area.
• Validate compliance of equipment to FAT documents, system engineering documents, L&S drawings, L&S Engineering practices & standards.
• Provide accurate and complete documentation and recordkeeping - QC drawings, FAT documents.
• Maintain schedule dates.
• Troubleshoot issues and communicating noncompliance's and issues to the Materials Manager.
• Make Engineering Project Manager aware of commercial (scope, schedule, budget) issues.
• Daily and final clean-up of test area.
• Keep anticipated start date and work remaining on their assigned tasks up to date.
• Design, develop, test and start up projects as requested.
• Ensure effective information handoffs.
• Interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Minimize rework and warranty on all projects.
• Perform FAT, installation supervision, SAT, customer training and system commissioning as requested.
• Respond in a timely manner to customer requirements for service.
• Support Engineering division as requested.
• Troubleshoot control, electrical and hydraulic equipment.
• Utilize electrical and hydraulic test equipment.
• Utilize L&S Electric ISO system to ensure quality products and services.
• Work effectively with all other project team members such as control, electrical, HMI and mechanical disciplines.
• Make suggestions for test area and process improvements.
• Support customer calls for assistance.

Requirements

• Associates degree with 1 year of relevant experience with PLC based control systems.
• Travel in excess of 10% domestically and internationally.
• Ability to perform essential functions.
• Able to work for any employer in the United States.
• Ability to travel to Canada.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment (hearing protection, hard hat, safety glasses, etc.).
• Ability to use hand and power tools effectively.
• Possess strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.
• Proficient use of personal computer, operating knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Project.
• Shall sign L&S Electric confidentiality agreement.
• Valid driver's license, able to be insured.
• Valid passport or ability to obtain one.
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekdays, and weekends to meet customer service requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of equipment associated with Hydraulic Turbine Controls.
• Perform PLC and Ladder Logic programming.
• Perform design of control and hydraulic circuits.
• Previous experience working in and industrial test environment.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Aerial work may sometimes be necessary.
• Core working hours start at 8AM unless prior approval given.
• Eight (8) working hours per day are required.
• Overtime requires prior approval.
• Environmental conditions vary from facility to facility (i.e. heat, noise).
• Occasional lifting of heavy objects.
• Uneven or slippery walking surfaces.
• Work from assigned L&S office unless prior approval given.
• Work is performed at the customer jobsite as well as at L&S Electric facilities.
• Schedule: This is a full-time, first shift position with potential for overtime.

Benefits

• Health First: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Peace of Mind: Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Financial Well-being: 401(k) with generous match.
• Time to Recharge: 3 weeks PTO, 7 paid holidays, plus volunteer time off.
• Your Tools, On Us: Safety glasses and shoe programs.
• More Than a Paycheck: Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Support When You Need It: Employee Assistance Program at no cost.