
Eaton
A global leader in power management, providing energy-efficient solutions for various industries.
Electrical Tester I -
Conduct electrical testing, documentation, and training on switchboard products.
Job Highlights
About the Role
Conduct electrical tests—including HiPot, Shunt Trip, component testing, configuration, NETA testing, and communication—following safety and training procedures. Verify that any wiring revisions released to the production floor are incorporated into the product and that all documentation reflects the current revision, with obsolete documents destroyed. Ensure that component literature and required product documentation accompany each job, and record nonconformances to support problem solving and continuous improvement. Communicate production non‑conformances and design errors to the appropriate personnel, verify required rework, identify suspect products to prevent unintended use, and serve as an informal trainer for production staff. • Perform electrical tests (HiPot, Shunt Trip, NETA, etc.) in accordance with safety protocols. • Verify that wiring revisions are applied to products and update all related documentation. • Include component literature and necessary product documentation with each job. • Document nonconformances to aid continuous improvement and problem solving. • Notify production personnel of non‑conformances and confirm required rework. • Report design errors to front‑end teams, obtain revisions, and ensure rework completion. • Identify suspect products to prevent unintended use. • Act as an informal trainer for production staff. • Read and interpret manufacturing documents, wiring diagrams, and testing procedures. • Follow established safety procedures and lift at least 35 lb with reasonable accommodation.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸electrical testing
- ▸wiring revision
- ▸documentation
- ▸nonconformance
- ▸design reporting
- ▸staff training
What You Bring
The role requires a High School diploma or GED, and an Associate’s degree in Electronics, Mechatronics, or equivalent military technical training; a BS in engineering is preferred. Candidates must have at least one year of experience performing electrical testing and wiring switchboard or power distribution products, with up to three years of electrical testing experience preferred, and must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship. This position entails a minimum two‑year commitment to support full project implementation, and eligibility to bid on other roles is reset for two years unless approved by management. Strong verbal and written communication, persuasive abilities, and analytical problem‑solving skills are essential, as is the ability to work effectively within a team environment. The candidate must possess thorough knowledge of basic electricity, current flow, component functionality, and assembled SWBD product designs, as well as competency in applicable UL, NEC, regional utility, and customer‑specific codes. Proficiency in reading and interpreting manufacturing documents, wiring diagrams, and testing procedures, along with the ability to use multimeters, troubleshoot complex electronics, and follow established safety procedures, is required. The role also demands the physical capability to lift a minimum of 35 lb with reasonable accommodation. • Hold a High School diploma/GED and an Associate’s degree in Electronics, Mechatronics, or equivalent military training. • Preferably possess a BS in engineering. • Have at least 1 year of experience in electrical testing and switchboard/power distribution wiring. • Up to 3 years of electrical testing experience is preferred. • Be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. • Commit to a minimum two‑year tenure for full project implementation. • Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication, persuasive, and analytical problem‑solving skills. • Work effectively within team environments. • Maintain thorough knowledge of basic electricity, current flow, component functionality, and SWBD product designs. • Be competent with UL, NEC, regional utility, and customer‑specific code requirements. • Use multimeters proficiently and troubleshoot complex electronic systems.
Requirements
- ▸associate degree
- ▸bs engineering
- ▸electrical testing
- ▸multimeter
- ▸ul/nec
- ▸problem solving
Work Environment
Onsite