Testing Engineer I

SALARY

$55.25000

POSITION SUMMARY

Investigates electrical and mechanical problems as they relate to facilities maintenance equipment. Provides technical support to various departments within facilities engineering and maintenance.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Tests and calibrates various electrical devices and equipment in substations, subways, and other Facilities Maintenance Sections.
• Investigates and diagnoses both AC and DC problems related to electrical conversion, distribution, and control systems within the facilities owned or operated by the Authority.
• Modifies the Authority's existing equipment, and revises blueprints and schematic diagrams to show the design changes.
• Designs and modifies programs related to microprocessor controlled equipment.
• Reviews specifications and prints for new equipment.
• Investigates causes of electrolysis on cables, pipelines, storage tanks, and other underground structures.
• Researches and specifies hardware pertinent to the maintenance environment.
• Evaluates and develops software for the Authority's maintenance purposes.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to this position may include the following jobs:

Job Title

• None

CHALLENGES

• EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
• Required to submit to and pass drug and alcohol testing as mandated by the Federal Transportation Administration.
• Must possess a valid Illinois Driver's License and have access to an automobile.
• Must pass applicable written examinations, and must pass a physical exam and perform the physical activities associated with this position.
• Required to have a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a combination of education, training, and experience relating to this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Most of work is performed while standing or walking.
• Lifts and carries testing instruments weighing up to 50 pounds.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of electrical theory and its application to the testing and troubleshooting of electrical and electronic apparatus and components.
• Working knowledge and theoretical and practical understanding of electromechanical functions.
• Working knowledge of operating principles of electrical apparatus routinely tested.
• Working knowledge of the theory and design of logic circuits.
• Working knowledge of microprocessor theory and its application to equipment controls.
• Working knowledge of the Authority's Electrical Distribution system and substation electrical drainage systems.
• Intermediate AutoCAD skills.
• Ability to accurately draw, read, interpret, and modify schematic diagrams and blueprints.
• Ability to communicate clearly and comprehensively, both orally and in written reports.
• Ability to operate and utilize user-friendly data processing systems and equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Works in close proximity to electrical apparatus, which is energized in excess of 12,000 volts AC and 600 volts DC.
• Works out of doors, in substations and other facilities throughout the CTA system.
• Works in a laboratory or office environment.
• Works near moving trains and other vehicular traffic.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS UTILIZED

• Electrical and mechanical tools and instruments as needed.