Engineering Technician

Engineering Technician NES Fircroft Featured Employer New Berlin, Wisconsin, United States 1 5 + Years Experience

Posted:

Feb 06, 2026

Company:

NES Fircroft

Skills:

Barge Engineer

Experience:

5 + Years

Education:

Bachelors/3-5 yr Degree

Employment Type:

Full Time Contractor

Location:

New Berlin, Wisconsin, United States 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.
• Working knowledge of variable frequency drive (VFD) design and operation.
• Proficiency in operating laboratory test equipment to obtain accurate measurements and interpret results effectively. ________________________________________ Preferred Experience
• Hands-on experience performing UL, CSA, and IEC compliance testing, particularly for drive (VFD) products.
• Familiarity with ABB products.
• Must have proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for reporting and documentation.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.