Title:  Electronics Service Technician Lead

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. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY?

Some people say it’s like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we’re a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best-in-class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy – powering the future, together.

POSITION SUMMARY:                                  

Advanced Energy is seeking an individual to lead and perform testing and troubleshooting of electronic equipment to meet production schedules and performance standards.This position will receive instructions on daily work and new assignments. Duties and tasks are standardized but what is performed will vary day to day.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs various production assembly operations on electronic components and sub-assemblies
• Uses test procedures, drawings, schematics, and verbal/written instructions to test and troubleshoot units
• Advanced knowledge of electronic testing and circuit analysis and ability to troubleshoot down to component level
• Works under minimal supervision collaboratively with leadership to drive team to meet metrics, goals, and objectives
• Works on assignments that are be moderate to complex in nature
• Uses initiative and judgment to solve problems
• Displays leadership traits by acting as a positive role model for others.
• May lead a small project and provide direction to others
• Ability to maintain a professional rapport with support groups and peers while achieving results
• Ability to provide seamless coverage across all product platforms with minimal training and guidance
• Looked to as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for certain product platforms; provides training on products and processes as needed
• Strong understanding and compliance with Lean Manufacturing and 5S concepts. Looked to as a team lead for the implementation and maintenance of certain components of such concepts
• Ability to manage team priorities and demonstrate a high level of initiative
• Initiates and contributes to improving processes, lead times, through-put and cost reductions
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair basic test equipment failures
• May assist in building and implementing new test fixturing
• Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature where the ability to recognize nonconformities is required
• Communicates openly and effectively in a professional manner
• Understands and follows all safety requirements
• Understands and follows all ISO practices and procedures
• Maintains fixturing, performs calibration, preventive maintenance, and corrective maintenance
• Assists with training other AE employees in established processes
• Performs the set-up, calibration, testing and troubleshooting of circuits, components, instruments, and mechanical assemblies
• Documents test results accurately
• May act as the technical interface with other departments
• Models professional and positive work ethics
• Considers the impact of quality on the customers when making decisions
• Ability to effectively work in a team environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Works in a manufacturing environment which may be noisy and fast paced
• Many tasks are repetitive in motion and include the use of electronic assembly equipment
• Overtime (OT) may be required in times of increased production

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing 40%
• Walking 20%
• Sitting 40%
• Carrying 30lbs
• Pushing 50lbs
• Pulling 50lbs
• Lifting 50lbs (unassisted) and up to 100lbs (assisted)

QUALIFICATIONS:

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

EXPERIENCE:                                  

• 6+ years’ experience in electrical circuits and assemblies testing. Advanced knowledge of electro-mechanical testing and circuit analysis
• Proven ability and experience maintaining flexibility and being able to adapt in a team environment
• Knowledge and understanding of ESD practices

EDUCATION:                                                                                    

• AAS degree in electronics or equivalent preferred and completion of the AE technician test

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 $34 to $44 per hour.  

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 for eligible positions, and a 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 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 Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and/or veteran status.

Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process/procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to HumanResources@aei.com