Job Description
The hourly rate for this position is $$ 27.92 - $ 34.90 per hour.
This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Eaton’s Milton, Ontario site is Eaton's largest manufacturing facility in Canada. Known for our large-scale custom electrical-build projects, we take pride in our highly engaged workforce, where we are focused on inclusion and celebrate diversity regularly through site engagement events. We are committed to powering Canadian infrastructure in an environmentally friendly and energy-efficient way and are looking to hire passionate individuals who are enthusiastic about shaping the future of Eaton.
What you’ll do:
Eaton’s Milton site’s is currently seeking an Electrical Tester for the Afternoon shift.
Primary Function:
Perform test of functional operation of ATS, Panelboards, Switchboards, and any potential new product. Perform final electrical inspection; ensuring products are functioning correctly, safely and meet quality requirements before approving for shipment.
Essential Functions/Position Requirements
• Inspect components and sub-assemblies for conformance to drawings, specifications, and applicable standards. Verify dimensions, routing, wire, clearance and accuracy of manufacturing information.
• Work from blueprints, specifications, wiring diagrams or schematics and written or verbal instructions from supervision/engineering department.
• Inspect coordination between the manufactured units and other equipment (transformers, MCC, etc.)
• Perform inspection of bus bar (quantity and size); support bracing and proper bus to bus clearance.
• Electrical inspection of devices such as breaker, switches, meters and IQ data. Verify correct assembly when applicable.
• Perform electrical functional test and/or testing to simulate field conditions. Troubleshoot and identify rework required to address the issue(s).
• Develop expertise in: Product styles, control schemes, Magnum DS Breakers, Hydro bus ducts, mechanical and electrical interlock schemes; PLC functionality, electrical circuits, controller operation and custom programming, testing of communication wiring and ground fault schemes/protection/relays.
• Perform high potential dielectric.
• Perform final inspection on complete assemblies (Final “sign-off”). Approve unit for shipment to customer.
• Perform incoming inspection to components from suppliers or customers (RMA’s) that require testing and or have critical requirements determined by engineering (clearances, safety requirements, dimensions). Update systems as required.
• Support shop floor on raising issues on non-conforming product.
• Perform inspection to non-conforming components. Provide input for disposition of components.
• Actively participate on quality processes such as: Quality holds, Quality alerts, Rework of assemblies and calibration.
• Participate in the deployment of quality initiatives on the shop floor including Root Cause Analysis
• Provide inputs and recommendations regarding product and process improvement. Develop processes as required.
• Resolve manufacturing test and quality problems through interaction with appropriate personnel.
• Provide assistance and guidance to the assembly operation and engineering on problem solving, trouble shooting and sequence of orders.
• Document and maintain inspection and test records/ Test and Inspection database.
• Assemble and wire products as required for all product lines:
• Build mechanism assembly.
• Ensure proper torque of bus and phase connectors.
• Wiring and wire crimping.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ability to work 3:30pm-12:00am shift time.
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- Post-secondary education plus one- or two-year technical program in electrical/electronics with mechanical applications.
- Minimum 4 years of experience working with CSA & UL requirements.
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada with no company sponsorship.
- Must reside within 60 km of Milton, ON.
Preferred Qualifications:
- First Aid certified.
- Experience using lean tools.
- Experience in fabrication environment.
Skills:
Position Criteria:
• Good understanding of electrical safety requirements.
• Knowledge of AC vs. DC power and impact on testing.
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Windows based applications
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to de-escalate conflict and contribute to a positive, inclusive work environment.
All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
At Eaton we leverage artificial intelligence to recommend jobs to you that match the skills and experience required for the open role. Our Talent Acquisition teams also uses AI to identify applicants whose skills are a match for the job. Hiring decisions are made by Eaton leaders through a structured interview process and not AI.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.
We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click Benefits at Eaton Canada / Avantages sociaux chez Eaton Canada for more detail. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.