Engineering Technician - Onsite

Title: Engineering Technician - Onsite

Mandatory skills:

test management, design verification requirements, product development,

variable frequency drive, VFD,

laboratory test equipment, prototype testing, reports, data records,

UL, CSA, IEC compliance testing,

Microsoft Office applications, Word, Excel, PowerPoint,

component evaluation, prototype assembly, product verification testing,

mechanical construction, electrical wiring, repair electronic, electrical circuits, schematic diagrams,

soldering, surface-mount components, laboratory instrumentation, digital multimeters, DMMs

Description:

General information

Under general guidance from test management and Sr. Test Technicians, the Test Technician coordinates and performs laboratory activities to ensure compliance with design verification requirements, test specifications, and recognized industry standards. The role supports product development efforts while maintaining the integrity, safety, and readiness of the test environment, including facilities, equipment, and personnel. The Test Technician applies sound judgment and established engineering principles to execute test engineering activities, drive continuous improvement, and enhance internal efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Your responsibilities

Support design engineers with development activities, including component evaluation, prototype assembly, and product verification testing.

Execute product and prototype testing in accordance with approved test specifications, standards, and procedures; analyze results to confirm compliance with performance requirements.

Prepare, review, and maintain accurate and complete test reports, data records, and documentation.

Perform safety and EMC certification testing in accordance with UL, CSA, and IEC standards and generate formal reports for submission to third-party certification agencies.

Travel to external accredited test facilities, both domestic and international, as required to support certification activities.

Design, build, and maintain test setups and fixtures, including mechanical construction and electrical wiring, based on engineering specifications.

Troubleshoot, diagnosis, and repair electronic and electrical circuits using schematic diagrams under the guidance of engineers or senior test technicians.

Perform precision soldering of surface-mount components, including 1206, 0805, 0603, and 0402 package sizes.

Set up, operate, and collect data using standard laboratory instrumentation such as digital multimeters (DMMs), ammeters, oscilloscopes, power meters, thermometers, and LabVIEW-based systems.

Assist in ISO/IEC 17025 audits and assessments to support UL and SGS laboratory accreditations.

Comply with all company safety policies, work rules, and regulatory requirements.

Your background Education

Associate degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience; or

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related discipline with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience.

Complexity of Tasks

Responsibilities require a solid understanding of standard engineering theories, concepts, principles, and techniques.

Preferred Experience

Familiarity with client products.

Top 3 hard must have skills required:

Hands-on experience performing UL, CSA, and IEC compliance testing, particularly for drive (VFD) products.

Working knowledge of variable frequency drive (VFD) design and operation.

Proficiency in operating laboratory test equipment to obtain accurate measurements and interpret results effectively.

Must have proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for reporting and documentation.

Notes:

Onsite

VIVA USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional working environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. The Management, contractors, and staff of VIVA USA shall respect others without regard to race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era, recently separated veteran, Active war time or campaign badge veteran, Armed forces service medal veteran, or disabled veteran. Please contact us at

Contact Details :

Account co-ordinator: Sekhar Radhakrishnan, Phone No :

VIVA USA INC.

3601 Algonquin Road, Suite 425

Rolling Meadows, IL 60008