Non-Destructive Test Technician jobs in Syracuse, NY

Position Summary

ITT is seeking individuals to operate in a fast-paced, high-energy, start-up environment to launch new sustainable products to market with accelerated commercial success.  Flow machines (pumps, fans, compressors) are one of the largest consumers of energy on the planet and account for approximately 35% of global electricity consumption.  ITT is developing new technologies in electric motors, power electronics and smart connected devices that reduce energy of flow machines as much as 50%. 

The Electrical Test Field Technician, EMD is responsible for testing power electronics and electric motors.  The system testing will evaluate performance, functionality, and eventual certification with the final goal of product launch. S/he will be accountable to achieve testing goals stated for the final product of this new EMD Initiative.

Essential Responsibilities

• Install, assemble and testing of electro-mechanical and electronic systems in lab environment
• Supervise and assist installation and commission of motor-drives at customer locations
• Record information and results about product performance
• Assist in the commissioning of new test rigs
• Communicate with customers, team members, engineers and managers to determine possible problems or update individuals with work progress, on a daily basis.
• Decipher complex schematics, drawings, diagrams, blueprints and instructions
• Diagnose and repair problems with electro-mechanical and electronic systems, malfunctioning circuitry networks, and ineffective electronic equipment
• Partner with mechanical or electrical engineers to fine tune the testing and diagnostic processes
• Recommend upgrades and modifications to improve system performance
• Maintain all tools, equipment and components by performing inventory and scheduled maintenance tasks, ensuring calibration of equipment and scheduling replacements
• Operate power and manual tools safely to avoid accidents
• Make cable and wiring connections accurately
• Maintain documentations of system installation and maintenance procedures
• Travel < 40%

Position Requirements

• Associate degree in electronics/engineering or completion of a certificate program in the field
• 5 years as an electronics test technician or field-service technician
• Experience with using DMMs and Oscilloscopes to troubleshoot electronic circuits
• Experience with troubleshooting sensor and communication signals connected to a data acquisition system (LabVIEW, National Instruments, Dewesoft)
• Experience with power electronics, variable frequency drives and electrical motors
• Knowledge of industry safety standards
• Knowledge of mechanical installation and alignment of motors

About the Company:

Headquartered in Stamford, CT, ITT Inc. has employees more than 35 countries and sales in approximately 125 countries. The company generated 2023 revenues of approximately $3.2 billion and has 10,000 employees around the globe.

ITT operates through three Value Centers (business units):

Industrial Process (2023 Revenue of $1.1B; headcount of 2,700; operates in 30 countries) designs and manufactures pumps, valves, monitoring and control systems, water treatment and aftermarket services for the chemical, oil and gas, mining and other industrial process markets, as well as global service capabilities;

Motion Technologies (2023 Revenue of $1.4B; headcount of 4,400; operates in 12 countries) designs and manufactures brake pads, shock absorbers and sealing solutions for the automotive, rail and defense markets;

Connect and Control Technologies (2023 Revenue of $700M; headcount of 3,000; operates in 10 countries) designs and manufactures harsh-environment connectors and critical energy absorption and flow control components primarily for the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets.

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