Engineering Technician - On W2

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description:

• Follow clearly prescribed procedures to provide general assistance to engineers in the implementation and maintenance of engineering procedures and document control.
• Under specific direction, provide support for production of proposals and presentations.
• Utilize various equipment to perform duties, such as computers, word processing and graphics equipment.

Top Hard Must Have Skills Required:

• Greater than 1 year of hands-on experience performing UL, CSA, and IEC compliance tests for drive (VFD – variable frequency drive) products.
• Working knowledge of variable frequency drive design and operation.
• Minimum of associate degree in electrical field – not interested in software, mechanical or business major.
• Work experiences in a lab or development environment.
• Proficiency in operating laboratory test equipment to obtain accurate measurements and interpret results effectively.
• Must have proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for reporting and documentation.
• Travel: Yes – could be up to 15% per year depending on project timeline.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Provide testing to development projects and lab operational support.

Interview Process:

• In-person interview.

General Information:

• Under general guidance from test management and Sr. Test Technicians, the Test Technician coordinates and performs laboratory activities to ensure compliance with design verification requirements, test specifications, and recognized industry standards.
• The role supports product development efforts while maintaining the integrity, safety, and readiness of the test environment, including facilities, equipment, and personnel.
• The Test Technician applies sound judgment and established engineering principles to execute test engineering activities, drive continuous improvement, and enhance internal efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Your Responsibilities:

• Support design engineers with development activities, including component evaluation, prototype assembly, and product verification testing.
• Execute product and prototype testing in accordance with approved test specifications, standards, and procedures; analyze results to confirm compliance with performance requirements.
• Prepare, review, and maintain accurate and complete test reports, data records, and documentation.
• Perform safety and EMC certification testing in accordance with UL, CSA, and IEC standards and generate formal reports for submission to third-party certification agencies.
• Travel to external accredited test facilities, both domestic and international, as required to support certification activities.
• Design, build, and maintain test setups and fixtures, including mechanical construction and electrical wiring, based on engineering specifications.
• Troubleshoot, diagnosis, and repair electronic and electrical circuits using schematic diagrams under the guidance of engineers or senior test technicians.
• Perform precision soldering of surface-mount components, including 1206, 0805, 0603, and 0402 package sizes.
• Set up, operate, and collect data using standard laboratory instrumentation such as digital multimeters (DMMs), ammeters, oscilloscopes, power meters, thermometers, and LabVIEW-based systems.
• Assist in ISO/IEC 17025 audits and assessments to support UL and SGS laboratory accreditations.
• Comply with all company safety policies, work rules, and regulatory requirements.

Your Background:
Education:

• Associate degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience; or Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related discipline with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience.

Complexity of Tasks:

• Responsibilities require a solid understanding of standard engineering theories, concepts, principles, and techniques.
• Working knowledge of variable frequency drive (VFD) design and operation.
• Proficiency in operating laboratory test equipment to obtain accurate measurements and interpret results effectively.

Preferred Experience:

• Hands-on experience performing UL, CSA, and IEC compliance testing, particularly for drive (VFD) products.
• Must have proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for reporting and documentation.

\nCompany Description

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services, enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances.

At Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development.

Kyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Kyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other b

Company Description

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services, enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances.\r\n\r\nAt Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development.\r\n\r\nKyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.\r\n\r\nKyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other b