Lead Test Technician - 2nd Shift

Lead Test Technician – 2nd Shift

Apply for the Lead Test Technician – 2nd Shift role at Apex Core Technologies.

To perform a broad variety of tests on equipment and manufactured parts to determine if engineering standards, customer specifications, and IEEE standards have been met. Prolec GE Waukesha produces primarily 3‑phase power step‑down transformers.

Primary operating voltages range from 69 kV to 230 kV. This position includes performing electrical tests to
1) verify transformer controls – gauge, instrument, and programmable controller operation, and
2) transformer dielectric withstand and thermal capability. Controls testing involves employing VOMs and laptop computers to test circuit logic, instrument functionality, and performance characteristics. Dielectric testing involves impulse testing up to 1 MV, applied potential testing above 400 kV, 3‑phase 240 Hz induced testing above 100 kV, and 3‑phase 60 Hz performance testing.

• Follow blueprints, diagrams, downloads from manufacturer’s websites, and engineering specifications to set up and perform tests on equipment, manufactured parts, and power supplies.
• Interpret test data, identify technical problem solutions, and write NCRs for quality problems during their assigned shift as well as off‑shift.
• Make repairs on assigned test equipment as needed.
• Perform the necessary test calculations and prepare data electronically to confirm tests are complete and acceptable: turns test, ratio and polarity, I‑EX and core loss, DC resistance, impedance and load loss, induced and applied potential, power factor (INS), insulation resistance, heat run – connect, corona and impulse – special, SFRA, BCT testing (standard & Omicron test set), oil quality testing, sound test, voltage and current regulator – special, electrical inspection, final mechanical inspection, pressure test procedure, control box checkout – special, top cover checkout, final inspection and sign‑off, fabrication parts inspection, current trans.
  
  test, calibrate meters, reject non‑conforming materials and assemblies, calculate and analyze test results, prepare charts and graphs to indicate process trends, maintain a clean and safe work environment, comply with all safety policies and procedures, and actively participate in zero‑harm safety initiatives.
• Must be able to satisfactorily perform a minimum of two of the special tests. May perform tests in the presence of customers or their representatives during witness testing.

Hand tools, ladders, electrical measuring meters, mechanical measuring devices, test equipment, system computer, and various computer‑controlled test equipment, including impulse generator, Hi‑Pot, motor generator, power factor test kit, SFRA set, voltmeters, ammeters, watt meters, ohmmeters, bridges, oscilloscopes, and wave analyzers.

Arc flash clothing, electrically rated gloves.

The successful candidate must read electrical prints, technical requirements, and industry standards. Testing requires a safety mindset and the ability to configure power supplies and generators and troubleshoot electrical problems. They must obtain arc‑flash training, follow safe electrical work practices, and maintain arc‑flash boundaries. The role works under minimal supervision and requires the ability to lay out materials, set up for tasks, and work at ground level to heights of six feet or more.

A BSEE (or equivalent) with no experience, OR an AA degree in the electrical field with some related experience, OR a high school diploma or GED with supplemental specialized electrical training and three years of experience, OR a high school diploma or GED plus four years of progressive experience in QA testing.

The above description covers the principal functions of the job. It is not intended to be a complete listing of all the miscellaneous, incidental, or substantially similar duties, which may be assigned during normal or emergency operations.

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.