Job Title:  Test Technician (Bench)

Job Summary:

The Test Technician - bench is responsible for performing verification testing on circuit boards and various assemblies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsibilities involve performing testing and troubleshooting with basic meters of uninterruptible power systems equipment, such as inverters, rectifiers, chargers, static switches, AC regulators and associated equipment.
• Basic circuit analysis
• Interrupt schematics and assembly prints
• Perform verification testing on circuit boards and various assemblies.
• Any additional tasks as deemed necessary

Minimum Qualifications:

The Test Technician must have a technology background that includes at least 5 years’ experience in power electronics and a versatile hands-on individual with good analytical skills.  Experience with power in the ranges of 480 VAC 3phase and 240 VDC. DC/AC principles and electrical language.

Associates degree in Electronics Engineering Technology; Diploma or Certificate in Electronics program or equivalent experience or Military equivalent experience

Desired Qualifications:

• Must possess electrical and mechanical aptitude and basic skills on soldering (thru hole as well as SMT), electro/mechanical assembly and must be proficient with the use hand tools.
• Must have knowledge in the use of multi-meters and other basic instruments.  Have basic knowledge in the use of multi-purpose test instruments such as oscilloscopes, component testers, digital test equipment.  
• Possess the ability to read: wiring diagrams, assembly prints, schematics and parts lists and have an understanding of electronic circuits.
• Must be computer literate and have some knowledge of MS Word and Excel. 
• Must possess the ability to work in a team environment as well as being able to manage time with little supervision.  Ability to multitask is a must. 
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills and troubleshooting skills.
• Possess some knowledge of AC/DC power electronics.  Must be willing to work with voltages as high as 480 VAC 3phase and 240 VDC.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, good troubleshooting skills.

Physical Requirements

Medium work:  Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Stooping:  Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.  This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles.

Crouching:  Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.

Reaching:  Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.

Standing:  Particularly for sustained periods of time.

Fingering:  Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm as in handling.

Grasping:  Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.

Feeling:  Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.

Hearing:  Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels or without correction.  Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and make fine discriminations in sound.

Repetitive Motions:  Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Talking:  Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.  Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.

What’s in It for You:

• Competitive compensation, holiday pay, and paid time off

• Great benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k), plus matching
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health savings account (HSA) with AMETEK contribution, life insurance, disability insurance, and family medical leave
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee assistance program
• Exciting, fast-paced environment where you could make a true impact
• Opportunities for career advancement within our business unit and across all other AMETEK business entities

Additional Details:

This position is located in Columbus, Ohio. Columbus will keep you entertained all year.  During the warmer months, Columbus hosts food and music festivals, organizes art walks, and provides plenty of beautiful spots for hiking and biking.  During the colder months, Columbus offers ice skating, sledding, and holiday markets and festivals.  All year long, one can visit museums such as COSI Columbus (which was voted the best science museum in the US in 2020, 2021, and 2022!), check out art galleries, walk around the zoo, patron the North Market (a public market that has been around for 145 years), and spend time at the many local parks.

To learn more about our company and our job opportunities, visit us at:

https://www.ametek.com/careers

To learn more about the business unit you’ll be joining, visit us at:

• Solidstate Controls: https://www.solidstatecontrolsinc.com/