Electrical Test Technician

Sterling Engineering

The Role

Overview

Test and troubleshoot medium- and low-voltage power equipment on the manufacturing floor.

Key Responsibilities

  • schematics review
  • issue resolution
  • electrical testing
  • safety protocols
  • data documentation

Tasks

-Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams -Collaborate with engineering and production to resolve test issues -Perform electrical testing using multimeters, hi-pot testers, and other tools -Maintain a clean, safe test area and follow electrical safety protocols (NFPA 70E, NEC) -Document test data using standard software (Excel, Word, Modbus Poll, etc.)

Requirements

  • data center
  • 3-phase
  • power distribution
  • schematics
  • technical degree
  • overtime

What You Bring

-Willingness to work overtime/weekends as needed -Comfortable using hand tools and test equipment -Experience with data center or mission-critical power equipment -Familiarity with 3-phase, AC/DC systems, and power distribution concepts -Experience testing electrical equipment in a manufacturing or military setting -Strong ability to read schematics and follow test procedures -Technical degree or military training in electronics/electrical systems

Benefits

Direct Hire – Start ASAP Starting Salary: $28-$32.50/hr (OT Pay and Quarterly Bonuses Available) -2nd Shift (3:00pm–11:30pm) (Shift Differential approx. + $3/hour)

The Company

About Sterling Engineering

-Founded in 1969 in Westchester, Illinois, the firm has evolved from a local recruiter to a national engineering and IT staffing company. -They combine engineering consulting and project services with a strong technical recruitment arm. -They deliver managed engineering teams and custom IT solutions for IoT, security, QA automation, and more. -They specialize in serving verticals like energy, utilities, life sciences, food & beverage, and manufacturing.

Sector Specialisms

Agriculture

Construction

Locomotive

Mining

Off-road Vehicle

Automation & Robotics

Utilities

Renewable Energy

Food & Beverage

Life Sciences

Manufacturing/R&D

Technology

Architectural

Civil

Environmental

Buildings

HVAC

Plumbing

Lighting

Energy

Fire Protection

Acoustics

Roads

Bridges

Railways

Pipelines