Test & Validation Technician

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Test & Validation Technician to join the Data Center, Power, and Control Division in Reno, NV. Under general supervision of the Operations Engineering Senior Manager, the Test & Validation Technician will support the Operations Department by ensuring new products have proper test procedures defined and implemented prior to new product release. The Test & Validation Technician is an entry level position that will ensure that all regulatory and manufacturing tests/standards are complied with on new and existing products and components to ensure high-quality products. The Test & Validation Technician ensures that all assigned duties are performed quickly, efficiently and according to the established departmental and company policies, procedures and goals. The Test & Validation Technician, as with all members of the Server Technology Team, is expected to promote a positive attitude, demonstrate initiative, professionalism, personal awareness, integrity, and exercise confidentiality. 

What Will You Do?

• Validate new products and revise products against design specifications, ensuring proper functionality and document results.
• Review BOM’s against the physical sample and note any discrepancies.
• Perform thermal tests on print circuit boards and finished product.
• Review pre-production prototypes using supplied mechanical drawings and electrical wiring diagrams to ensure they are manufactured correctly.
• Diagnose and correct faults in prototype PCAs and finished products.
• Troubleshoot analog and digital test items.
• Assist in the setup and running of R&D experiments under the direction of engineering personnel.
• Maintain and organize the engineering lab and test validation inventory as instructed by designated engineering personnel.
• Promote positive company user relations by projecting a courteous, helpful attitude and assisting employees when appropriate.
• Display original thinking and creativity; Meet challenges with resourcefulness; Generate suggestions for improving work; Develop innovative approaches and ideas.
• Display willingness to make decisions; Exhibit sound and accurate judgment; Support and explain reasoning for decisions; Include appropriate people in decision-making process (specifically Department Managers); Make timely decisions.
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Education:    

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) supplemented by college level Electronics Technician coursework; Associates Degree in Industrial Electronics or related field preferred; or three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:  

• None required.

Required Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:  

• Basic electrical understanding/knowledge.
• Computer proficient with knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word/Excel/Outlook).
• Self-management skills including planning, organizing, and coordinating tasks.
• Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to provide information across multiple groups in the Company including Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality and Purchasing.  
• Strong attention to detail and organization/planning skills and the ability to work independently.

Desired Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:  

• Working knowledge of Analog, Digital, and Microprocessor circuits.
• Experience soldering and reworking fine pitch SMT circuit components.
• Experience working on live high voltage circuits.
• 2D and 3D CAD Design experience.
• Familiarity with ISO 9000 standards and audit process. 

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

Work environment is fast-paced and priorities can shift quickly.  All employees are expected to go outside their primary responsibilities when required, and multi-task job duties on a regular basis.  While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.