What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test Engineer position at Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc?
JOB SUMMARY
The Test Engineer has responsibility for the design, installation, maintenance, calibration, repair and operation of the testing equipment. Also has responsibility for training related to test equipment and electrical safety.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supports the Test Department to ensure: effective utilization of resources, equipment calibration, safe work practices, and personnel development.
Manages installation of new equipment.
Supervises repairs and calibration of equipment.
Ensures customer-testing requirements are met.
Interfaces with customers on witness testing and plant tours.
Ensures test technicians are trained and equipped to test new controls.
Ensures site is in compliance with IEEE and ANSI testing procedures.
Updates or writes testing procedures for new and existing equipment.
Designs and carry out tests to ensure test methods or equipment are suitable to the application.
Represent WES GT at trade shows, technical seminars or commercial events.
Prepares budgeting information for test equipment and calibration costs.
Provides training to Quality Specialists and Operations employees on electrical and testing issues.
Works in conjunction with Field Service, Customer, or Customer Reps to resolve field-testing issues.
Responsible for ensuring electrical safety via the use of: interlocks, PPE, equipment design and application and test methodology.
Keeps abreast of current state of the art in transformer testing.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Efficiently manage multiple projects and priorities
Demonstrate good judgment and discretion when working with confidential information
Self-motivated.
Strong knowledge of electricity
Must have a strong knowledge of AC theory and circuits, electrical safety, ISO standards, and quality processes and systems.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required Education / Experience
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
3-5 years of experience in the power transformer industry or an equivalent industry
3-5 years of manufacturing and experience conducting electrical tests
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Key Working Relationships
Operations Management, including plant Supervision, Quality, Planning, etc.
Engineering Organization
Physical Demands
Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time
Working Conditions
Shop floor and office environment, located on large manufacturing campus
Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.
SPX Corporation is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis.
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