Test Technician

The Test technician will carry out the testing of HVDC & FACTS Products in line with project deliverables and support the Test engineers and Manufacturing Manager as required.,

• Production routine testing of all HVDC & FACTS products.
• Diagnostic down to component level for test failures.
• Perform routine VAV process.
• Support Maintenance, Calibration and Servicing of test equipment.
• Support in test equipment upgrades and product changeovers.
• Maintain daily safety checks and applicable documentation.
• Comply with GE safety requirements.
• To carry out duties as a PIC - Person in charge.
  
  The candidate will have a good level of general education and communication skills and will have previously worked in a HV test environment.
In addition to relevant experience, an enquiring mind and desire to learn new skills are essential qualities.,
• EHS compliance and safe working practices.
• Ability to deliver results, address and resolve technical issues.
• Demonstrated experience in a manufacturing Test environment and knowledge of automated Manufacturing test equipment.
• Technical Electrical qualification.
• Knowledge of running test equipment up to 10KV or 2000A @ low voltage.
• Knowledge of HVDC product testing would be advantageous.
• Interaction with others and good at sharing knowledge.
Specific Abilities:
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Self-motivating, proactive and results driven approach.
• Problem-solving and root cause identification skills.
• Able to work to deadlines with good quality.
• Proficient in the English language, written and verbal. Other languages are an advantage.
  
  UK Grid Solutions Limited - Power Electronics, Stafford is an international leader in high voltage power electronics and control technology, specialising in the engineering of High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) Transmission Systems using both Line-Commutated (thyristor-based) and Voltage-Sourced (IGBT-based) converter technologies.
With over 50 years of experience in HVDC, GE worldwide HVDC Centre of Excellence in Stafford provides complete turn-key solutions for the rapidly growing global HVDC market. Project Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Test Laboratories and Research & Development are all located in Stafford. This unique setup gives HVDC engineers at Stafford exposure across the manufacturing cycle; allowing innovation and design to quickly influence new and existing products. The HVDC Research & Development Departments are at the forefront of worldwide innovation in HVDC and are expanding rapidly.

Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.