Electrical Test Technician

  • Reference icon Reference Number: 410517
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  • JobType iconJob Type: Temporary
  • domain iconIndustry: Architecture and Engineering
  • type iconHours: Full Time

Our client, a leading Electronics industry, is seeking a Electrical Test Technician to join their team. 

Job Title: Electrical Test Technician
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

  • 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 route 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.