Electrical Technician

Description

• Constantly responsible for the health and safety of others.
• Performs a variety of repetitive and non-repetitive tasks associated with electrical design and electro-mechanical testing of new equipment and new product prototypes.
• Communicates with internal and external customers.
• Performs basic troubleshooting and determines causes for test failures.
• Programs integrated circuits (ic chip, eprom, etc.).
• Builds, operates and modifies non-standard equipment and test fixtures. May recommend new equipment materials or procedures to improve product quality or reliability.
• Travels to various field site locations to assist with evaluation of system start-ups.
• Connects cables, and wiring according to standard manufacturing methods and procedures.
• Provides technical assistance to other personnel in the operation of computers, electronic equipment and various test applications.
• Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder.
• Performs mechanical calibration of systems and equipment.
• Frequently observes gauges, dials or other indicators to ensure a machine is working properly.
• Performs first level testing, using standard equipment, and analyzes results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustments.
• Repairs a wide variety of electrical and electro-mechanical equipment.
• Assists in writing, programming or modifying test specifications using standard procedures and/or computers.
• 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.
• Uses advanced electronic test equipment such as waveform analyzer, programmable power supply, etc.
• Uses Microsoft Word to type text, format, edit, print, save and retrieve documents.
• Occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions at field sites or suppliers.
• Develops fixturing and schematic drawings.
• Reads and interprets drawings, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings and engineering instructions while applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
• 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.

Requirements

• Frequently lifts loads of 40 lbs or less.
• Occasionally bends and positions self to access tight spaces.
• High school graduate plus one two years additional education in an electronics technical school or two academic years of college in engineering/science or equivalent.
• Communicates effectively in verbal and written communication methods as appropriate.
• Requires wearing personal protective equipment including steel-toe shoes and safety glasses.
• Travels on an as needed basis.
• Understands written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
• Frequently handles, feels, operates and controls objects, tools or controls.
• Possesses working knowledge of basic hand tools including torque, crimper, etc .
• Frequently repeats the same physical and mental activities.
• 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).
• Performs basic soldering.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance