Electrical Test Technician

Electrical Test Technician

Our client, a leading Electronics industry, is seeking an Electrical Test Technician to join their team. Location: Onsite - Costa Mesa California Job type: Contract to Hire Pay Rate: $30-$35/hr Certificate or Degree in Electronics (prefer AS Degree) Experience Minimum of three years electronics experience

Responsibilities:

• Experience with High Power electronics—480 VAC, single phase and three phase power
• Knowledge of AC to AC Converter Systems preferred
• Familiarity and experience with IGBT's, analog circuitry and AC-DC conversion
• Knowledge of through hole and SMT circuitry
• Power supply experience
• Knowledge of Power Factor Correction circuitry
• Tests production sub-assemblies, modules, and systems to ensure proper operation per established test criteria and according to the daily priorities assigned by the Asst. Test Supervisor.
• Troubleshoots Production units, PCB's, Sub-Assemblies down to the component level (Where applicable) to determine cause of non-conformance.
• On a daily basis, performs a thorough inspection of each unit, PCB or subassembly prior to testing.
• Performs required repairs to return unit when necessary to operational state and tests to factory specifications.
• Performs Burn-In process where required.
• Troubleshoots electrical and mechanical problems to determine root cause of issue and relates information to the Production and QC Manager and/or Engineering Dept.
• Uses test fixtures to test modules, circuit boards, etc
• Notifies the Production and QC Manager of any defective test equipment, test fixtures, tools, etc.
• Operates oscilloscopes, meters, power supplies, loads, test fixtures, etc. and understands their use and function.
• Uses hand tools and operates small power tools and understands their use and function
• On a daily basis, maintains work bench to secure a clean and safe working area.
• Follows all safety rules that have been implemented by the company at all times and reports any unsafe conditions to their immediate supervisor.
• Acquires parts from the stockroom, when needed, to troubleshoot and repair any defective PCB's, assemblies or units.
• Reports any unusual problems that occur during testing to the Production/QC Manager or Test Lead so that an investigation can begin immediately whenever the situation arises.