Test Technician

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All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Job Summary

Our Company
Motion Control Engineering (MCE) has enjoyed a history of innovation, rapid growth, and success. One of the early pioneers in the development of non-proprietary elevator controls, MCE is now the largest and most successful independent elevator control manufacturer in the world. In 2012, MCE became part of Nidec Corporation which is the World’s leading manufacturer of motors ranging from small precision to Ultra-size Motors. MCE’s elevator control products move people daily in tens of thousands of buildings around the world. Some of the most notable and recognizable buildings include the Statue of Liberty, The Washington Monument, The US Capitol Building, The US Supreme Court Building. MCE’s elevator control products also exist in thousands of buildings in universities, hospitals, shopping malls, housing projects, office buildings, etc. MCE is also the leading company in Nidec’s Global Elevator Solutions Group which serves the markets outside North America.
The key to our success is our people, technology, and quality. MCE’s people have a variety of educational achievement levels and work experiences and represent a broad cultural diversity.
The opportunities you will find at MCE are limited only by your desire to grow and succeed.

Job Description

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• The Test Technician will test Hydraulic Control Systems and train on Mid-Range Traction Control System
• Will troubleshoot, and/or repair associated electronic circuits (Digital/Analog). 
• Will perform duties in the Technical Quality Control operation when needed. 
• Will work on jobs with high voltages range from (+5 - 700VDC) and up to 600 VAC. 
• Occasionally work with Technical Support, assisting customers via telephone and field trips.
•  Will perform training and other work-related duties to include assisting other departments as required
• All other tasks as assigned.

WHAT WE LIKE ABOUT YOU

• Associate degree in Electrical or Electronics or Equivalent Two-year Course in Electrical or Electronics.
• Basic understanding of how electricity works in commercial and industrial settings
• Know the fundamentals of electricity, how to use electrical test equipment in their everyday jobs
• Production & Distribution of Electricity, Voltage, Current and Resistance Calculation (Ohm’s Law)
• Basic Electrical Circuits: Series/Parallel, Power calculation, Diode Bridge, AC to DC voltage circuit.
• Basic understanding of transformer types (step up/ stepdown or isolation), Single-phase Two phase and Three-phase Systems.
• Basic knowledge of AC and DC motors, Electric/Magnetic circuits, resonance and measuring instruments. Soldering/ de-soldering skill
• Knowledge to use Multimeters, Oscilloscope, and Frequency generator or other test Equipment

Additional Job Details

WHAT WE’RE BRINGING TO THE TABLE

·         Competitive salary based on qualifications $20 - $25 an hour

·         PTO (Paid time off)

·         12 Paid Holidays

·         401(k) and company match

·         Short term and long-term disability 

·         Medical, dental, and vision plans with options

·         Life insurance

·         Employee Assistance Plan

·         Flexible Spending Account

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

Work Shift Schedule

No Soliciting

Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.