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Electrical Test Technician

Generac


Job Location:

Sussex, NJ - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 29 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years weve turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes strengthen businesses and build a more resilient efficient sustainable energy future.


Ready to Power a Smarter World with us



The Electrical Test Technician I is expected to perform system tests conform to production and quality standards analyze failure modes and perform minor repairs in workstation. The tester ensures all records are kept and confers with appropriate resources when issues arise.

Responsibilities:

  • Comply withthe company and site safety and quality policies processes and procedures

  • Maintain clean work environment andcomply with5S standards

  • Follow and complete established procedures processes and policies

  • Use standard work programs and work instructions to test all products models and/or subassemblies

  • Interpret schematics and drawings toproperly testall products

  • Low/Medium Voltage Testing: Perform preliminary and low-voltage electrical tests (up to 10KV) in both manufacturing and test floor environments. This suite of tests encompasses Doble Hipot resistance DGA CT Test

  • Develop/co-develop written test procedures and/or troubleshooting guides for other technicians/testers

  • Troubleshoot and document all product models and/or subassemblies appropriately to meet quality standards

  • Perform minor repairs per work instruction/standard work within takt time; refer major repairs toappropriate resources

  • Collaborate on improving processes lead timesproductivityand cost using the DTZ process

  • Obtain and renew safety certification as needed to properly move and/or test all products models and/or subassemblies

  • Inform maintenance team of preventative maintenance opportunities for test equipment

  • Program systems on the product to perform testing as needed

  • Demonstrate an advanced technical aptitude to perform testing for complex infrequent and variable products

  • Work on assignments beyond product testing participating in CI or NPI related initiatives

  • Work with Engineering to enhance test procedures

  • Act as a technical expert on product test quality and process issues with other areas

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Associates degree in Power High Voltage Electrical Engineering Utilities Engineering Electro-magnetic/equivalent major or 2 years experience with Transformer Factory Acceptance Testing or Field Commissioning Testing.

  • NFP70E Medium Voltage certification & NEC Training (achieved within 30 days of start in role prior to beginning electrical work)

  • 2 years ofproducttesting in a manufacturing environment.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills

  • Demonstrate problem solving and troubleshooting skills to implementappropriate countermeasures

  • Intermediate PC knowledge

  • Understand testing process

  • Perform basic reading and math functions

  • Perform basic manufacturing assembly skills

  • Work in a team environment effectively

  • Model positive and professional work ethic

  • Train other employees

Preferred Job Requirements

  • Certified (Industrial Journeyman/Master) Electrician

  • Intermediate knowledge of mechanical testing with ability to diagnose potential failure mechanisms

  • Experience in root cause problem solving (5 Why 8D PDCA etc.)

  • Experience effectively training other employees to work instructions/standard work

  • Previousexperience using SAP or equivalent ERP system (Oracle JD Edwards Microsoft Dynamicsetc)

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job include are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.)

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.


Required Experience:

IC


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Since 1959, Generac Power Systems has been committed to building the most reliable, durable, efficient, and environmentally-friendly generators and power equipment.

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