Electrical Technician Q C

Company: Plasser American Corp
Location: Chesapeake
Posted on: January 23, 2023

Job Description:

Some see the railway as transportation, while at Plasser American we see it as transformation. The story of how steel tracks turned the American promise into American progress and forged a trusted pathway to the possibilities of the future. It's a story that continues today, an American legacy unfolding mile by mile. There is a lot riding on those tracks and we know that support, quality and know-how are all important aspects in staying on track.That's why the Plasser American tradition begins with a promise. A promise to do things right. An unapologetic commitment to quality that makes us the longtime trusted leader in cutting edge American made innovations for the North American railway. It's a promise to see things differently to turn ordinary steel into safer passages. To be a partner that you can count on to engineer solutions for the challenges of today and for the opportunities of tomorrow. From research and design, expert manufacturing and delivering unapparelled services, our customers trust us to keep them ahead of the curve.Progress is about more than getting from Point A to Point B. It's knowing you have a trusted foundation to move you forward toward new possibilities waiting around the corner. Join Plasser American to become part of our team forging ahead towards new opportunities in railway maintenance. The railway is a path to the future, choose this path and apply today. General Scope: Inspects products, purchased and/or manufactured, to ensure compliance with contract specifications, Shop Order, and company quality standards. Position Summary:

• Inspects purchased electrical assemblies to ensure compliance with drawings (order specifications), and company quality standards. Provides direction for the resolution of discrepancies.
• Interacts with vendors and ensures they have the correct company supplied parts, and quantities, that are required per contract.
• Inspects manufactured products to ensure compliance with Work Order/Shop Order, associated drawings, and company quality standards. Provides direction for the resolution of discrepancies.
• Inspects new and rebuilt engines at the supplier, prior to delivery (as available); to ensure compliance with applicable Engine Specification, and company quality standards.
• Per customer specifications, performs required electrical testing (as required).
• Inspects Electric Shop employee 'workmanship' during the machine assembly process. Provides direction for the resolution of discrepancies.
• Enters all required, "Engineering Change Requests" for applicable Electrical schematics and associated Electrical Assembly drawings.
• Maintains records of the inspections, and applicable tests.
• Any additional assigned duties (as required). Education: Minimum of a High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED); minimum of three years' experience, or training, in the Electrical/Electronic field; or equivalent combination of training and experience. To work on or around equipment on Railroad property; satisfactory completion of FRA, "On Track Safety" and CSX/NS "Roadway Worker Protection - Contractor Safety" training. Knowledge: Incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:
  • Knowledge of electrical/electronic theory.
  • Knowledgeable in the use of electronic test equipment.
  • Knowledgeable in the reading, and interpretation, of schematic drawings. Skills: Incumbent must demonstrate or participate in internal/external training programs to obtain the following skills:
    • Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
    • Mechanical aptitude is desired.
    • Capable of working in a team environment.
    • Ability to plan activities.
    • Knowledge of basic IT skills and MS Office Application.
    • Ability to read, and write, reports and procedures in various formats.
    • Ability to read, and interpret, schematic drawings and engineering blueprints.
    • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
    • Ability to apply critical thinking and solve practical problems in a variety of situations.
    • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and quality auditors.
    • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
    • Good mathematical skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Understanding of the metric system.
    • Ability to use basic electronic test equipment. About Plasser American: As part of the Plasser family brand, which is the largest Maintenance of Way equipment provider in the world, PAC is a rapidly growing provider of railway equipment in North America. Continuing for the next few years, PAC will continue to make significant investments in the North American Market including a new office building and a substantial addition to our manufacturing facility. PAC is making the needed investments to continue its growth trajectory for many years to come. The next several years will be an exciting time of transformation. We look to the future to enhance our team and achieve our goals. PI201735258

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