Power Test Lab Technician

Job Description

Eaton’s Power Systems Division is currently seeking a Power Test Lab Technician to join our team. This position is based at our Franksville, WI site.

Position Overview:

Under the direction of the Lab Manager, Team Leader or engineers, the Power Test Lab Technician provides operational support with the on-going operation of the Franksville Power Test Laboratories. This includes planning and executing test programs, establishing and maintaining test capabilities and processes, and maintaining and improving lab safety as well as lab practices necessary to comply with ISO 17025 laboratory accreditation.

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.

In this function you will:

• Perform both standardized and unique tests on electrical power distribution apparatus involving high voltage, high power, and thermal testing; as well as execute planned project activities as well as adjusts for unplanned circumstances.
• Review test methods required by standards and prepares for test programs by calculating single phase or three phase circuit impedances to obtain the appropriate current levels.
• Perform physical set-up and teardown of test apparatus and test circuits along with instrumentation and control.
• Execute test programs by conducting ‘hands-on’ testing, collecting test data, evaluating results, and writing test reports.
• Provide project support by assisting and participating in project definition, work breakdown, and scheduling. Execute assigned activities on schedule as well as adjusting to unplanned circumstances.
• Review test methods required by standards and develops procedures as needed to provide repeatable test practices, and incorporate changes to improve quality, effectiveness, and efficiency.
• Maintain and improve both PTL and site safety.
• Assist the Manager of Environmental, Safety, and Health (MESH) in workstation risk assessments and maintain assigned MESH program
• Work with site responsible person (SRP) as required on electrical safety enhancements

When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Associates degree in from an accredited institution
• Minimum of two years of experience working in a lab
• Must be eligible to work in the US without company sponsorship now and in the future
• No relocation is offered for this role. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of the Franksville, WI facility.

Preferred qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
• Experience with designing products for Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
• Experience in design for harsh and hazardous environments.
• Experience in control systems, sensors, wireless connectivity, SW/FW/HW design and development

Position Criteria:

• Willing to travel 10% interplant within SE Wisconsin facilities
• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We make what matters work. Everywhere you look—from the technology and machinery that surrounds us, to the critical services and infrastructure that we depend on every day—you’ll find one thing in common. It all relies on power. That’s why Eaton is dedicated to improving people’s lives and the environment with power management technologies that are more reliable, efficient, safe and sustainable. Because this is what matters.

We are confident we can deliver on this promise because of the attributes that our employees embody. We’re ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and we’re committed to learning. These values enable us to tackle some of the toughest challenges on the planet, never losing sight of what matters.

Job: Engineering

Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico
Organization: PSD Power Systems Division

Job Level: Individual Contributor
Schedule: Full-time
Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: No
Does this position offer relocation?: No
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time