Prolec Energy
Test Engineer
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 prioritiesDemonstrate good judgment and discretion when working with confidential informationSelf-motivated. Strong knowledge of electricityMust have a strong knowledge of AC theory and circuits, electrical safety, ISO standards, and quality processes and systems. 
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required Education / ExperienceBachelor’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 RelationshipsOperations Management, including plant Supervision, Quality, Planning, etc.Engineering Organization
Physical DemandsMust be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time
Working ConditionsShop 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.
Greater Goldsboro Area