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Powell

Custom-engineered electrical power distribution systems

Electrical Tester

Inspection & TestPosted on Nov 11
Full-timeNorth Canton, OH, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or General Education Diploma, or a trade school diploma or certificate.
  • At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to read prints, including specification sheets, wiring diagrams, schematics, three-line drawings, wiring lists, and part drawings.

Responsibilities

  • Perform visual, mechanical, and electrical inspections and testing of equipment manufactured at Powell facilities according to Powell Standards.
  • Program and operate electronic equipment such as microprocessor-based relays.
  • Energize Powell electrical products and other buyout equipment, such as service panels, HVAC, battery chargers, and UPS systems.
  • Perform equipment failure investigations and root cause analysis.
  • Complete and maintain required test quality control documentation.
  • Perform maintenance on test equipment as needed.
  • Perform tests using equipment such as multimeters, clamp-on meters, voltage detectors, and Hi-Pot testers.
  • Interact with shop, engineering, sales, shipping, fabrication, PCR, and switchgear departments, as well as customers, to resolve quality-related issues.
  • Interact with all departments during production, final inspection, and final release to shipping.
  • Interact regularly with other Powell subsidiaries, suppliers, and customers as needed.
  • Record engineering and shop discrepancies, non-conformities, and material shortages using Powell systems.
  • Participate in continuous improvement projects.
  • Promote a safety culture and attend all safety meetings.
  • Follow standard work instructions and identify potential risks to product quality.
  • Keep work areas clean and well organized.

About the Company

Powell

Custom-engineered electrical power distribution systems

Powell Industries designs and manufactures custom-engineered electrical equipment and systems for distributing, controlling, and monitoring power in commercial and industrial settings. Its offerings include turnkey packaged solutions, switchgear, transformers, panels, and power monitoring systems delivered through global manufacturing facilities and service centers. The company tailors electrical infrastructure projects and provides installation, commissioning, and ongoing service to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective power delivery. Powell differentiates itself by acting as a single-source provider offering design through service across renewables, industrial, and commercial markets, supported by a global footprint.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Founded
1947

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