Senior Electronics Technician

ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY                      

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes.  AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare.  With engineering know-how and responsive service and support around the globe, the company builds collaborative partnerships to meet technology advances, propel growth for its customers and innovate the future of power. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

POSITION SUMMARY:

An Engineering Technician supports engineering activities such as test, verification, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electromechanical systems.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout, and trouble-shooting functions.

- Performs operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment.  Assists in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions.

- Assists in the construction, test, and calibration of test equipment.

- Uses manufacturing, test, development, or diagnostic equipment, including test software, general instrumentation, and complex test systems.

- Performs support functions for development including documentation and procurement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Engineering Technicians regularly work in lab and/or manufacturing/service facilities.

SKILLS:

Must have strong electro-mechanical problem-solving attributes.  Able to operate a variety of electrical test instrumentation.

EXPERIENCE:

Desirable:

Greater than 3 years of relevant experience supporting a design/development team and/or working in a manufacturing environment.

EDUCATION:

Essential:

High School Qualification or equivalent

Desirable:

Associates Degree in a relevant Engineering discipline.

JOB LEVEL DETAIL

• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Works under general supervision.
• An extensive degree of creativity and latitude is required.