Title:  Agency - Test Technician I

ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY                    

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. With engineering know-how and responsive service and support around the globe, the company builds collaborative partnerships to meet technology advances, propel growth for its customers and innovate the future of power. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

POSITION SUMMARY:                                  

Performs testing and troubleshooting of high voltage electronic units to meet production schedules and performance standards. Receives instructions on daily work and new assignments. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Uses test procedures, test equipment, drawings, schematics, and verbal/written instructions to test and troubleshoot high voltage power units
• Maintains fixturing, performs calibration, preventive maintenance, and corrective maintenance
• Performs the set-up, calibration, testing and troubleshooting of electronic circuits, components, instruments, and assemblies
• Documents test results accurately
• Communicates openly and effectively in a professional manner
• Understands and follows all safety requirements
• Understands and follows all ISO practices and procedures
• May act as the technical interface with other departments
• Considers the impact of quality on the customers when making decisions
• Ability to effectively work in a team environment
• Other duties as assigned

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Works in a manufacturing environment which may be noisy and fast paced.  The Test Department contains live high voltage units up to 60,000V. Overtime (OT) may be required in times of increased production

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to perform basic reading, writing, and math functions
• Soldering and troubleshooting skills required
• Ability to perform basic electro/mechanical assembly skills
• Component identification and the ability to read technical assembly documentation and schematics
• Basic computer knowledge
• Basic Knowledge of SAP is preferred

EXPERIENCE:                                              

• Minimum of one year experience testing and troubleshooting electrical circuits and assemblies. High voltage experience is preferred
  • Ability to maintain flexibility and adapt in a team environment
• Knowledge and understanding of ESD practices

EDUCATION:                                                                                    

• AAS degree in electronics or equivalent experience

COMPENSATION:                            

As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $ to $ per year.   

BENEFITS:

As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, and discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan. 

In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., we offer a rich benefits package for all regular, full-time employees that includes:

• Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays
• 8 hours of paid volunteer time off
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave for both Moms and Dads
• Company matched 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs  
• Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identify theft, and legal assistance

Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.