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Summary: Our Electronics Testers II are responsible for supporting testing, troubleshooting, and repairing locomotive electronic devices. This role involves inspecting, identifying failures, and replacing non-conforming parts in electronic devices.

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 5:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (variations communicated upon hire)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform functional tests on electronic products during assembly.
• Conduct basic repairs on electronic boards and harnesses using soldering techniques.
• Reload software and prepare devices for testing following procedures.
• Operate test equipment and tools used in electronics troubleshooting.
• Assist in diagnosing low to medium complexity issues at the board level.
• Interpret technical drawings and test procedures.
• Inspect products for quality, labeling, and component placement.
• Locate and utilize relevant documentation for tasks.
• Complete daily work orders based on supervisor and line lead productivity targets.
• Adapt to changing priorities based on customer demands.
• Work with IPC 610 standards, recent IPC training, and ESD protocols.
• Follow SOPs and JSAs to ensure safety.
• Repair and replace electronic components per engineering instructions, including soldering.
• Maintain test equipment calibration.
• Support cross-training and team collaboration.
• Follow safety and PPE protocols.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, following 5S principles.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in electronic technology, military certification, or equivalent experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in electronic testing, troubleshooting, or assembly.
• Familiarity with test equipment like oscilloscopes, multimeters, and signal generators.
• Ability to read and analyze schematic diagrams.
• Experience with stand-alone electronic board testing.
• Basic soldering skills and proficiency with hand tools.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience with testing electronics and knowledge of IPC 610 and ESD protocols.
• Background in electronics manufacturing or remanufacturing; military electronics experience is equivalent.
• Familiarity with testing software like HyperTerminal, Pro-comm, or Tera Term.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to feedback.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to talk, hear, and perform fine motor tasks.
• Lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Visual acuity to distinguish small components.
• On-site presence required during scheduled shifts.

Work Environment:

Temperature-controlled production environment with exposure to testing equipment and other environmental factors.

Salary: $23/hr. (subject to various factors). Benefits include health, welfare, retirement, and possibly annual bonus. More info at mywabtecbenefits.com.

About Wabtec: Wabtec provides equipment, systems, and digital solutions for freight rail, transit, mining, industrial, and marine sectors, aiming to make transportation more efficient and sustainable.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Railroad Equipment Manufacturing