Electrical Test Engineering Technician

Electrical Test Engineering Technician Mars Solutions Group•4.3 Milwaukee, WI Job Details Contract $23•$24 an hour 23 hours ago Qualifications Teamwork Laboratory safety Mechanical assembly Maintaining an organized workspace Schematics Technical documentation Electrical switchgear 5S Current probes Equipment troubleshooting Mid-level Electrical system testing Electrical wiring Six Sigma Laboratory compliance Trade school Wiring and circuitry work Equipment testing 1 year Clean workspace maintenance Root cause analysis Mechanical troubleshooting Safety protocol implementation

Full Job Description Position Title:

Electrical Test Engineering Technician Duration:

12 Months with possibility of extension

Location:

Milwaukee, WI 53204 Shift hours: Mon•Fri 07:00 AM•3:30

PM Job Summary:

MARS Solutions Group is looking for an experienced Electrical Test Engineering Technician located in Milwaukee, WI. Our client is an automation industry Leader looking for high-quality talent to make a difference. They are known to respect a traditional work week and often extend contracts for added job security and stability .

Overview:

The Engineering Technician reports to the Test Engineering Team Lead and works onsite in a high-current electrical test laboratory environment. This role involves hands-on work building and configuring Motor Control Centers (MCC) and switchgear test samples, as well as executing compliance testing aligned with UL and IEC standards. You will play a key role in ensuring safe, accurate, and reliable testing by strictly following electrical safety and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures. The position also requires detailed documentation, collaboration with engineering teams, and maintaining a clean, organized, and audit-ready lab environment following 5S principles. Responsibilities Build and configure Motor Control Centers (MCCs) and switchgear test samples based on engineering drawings and specifications Assemble electrical and mechanical components for both standard and custom test setups Prepare configurations for high-current and high-power electrical testing Conduct testing in accordance with industry standards, including: 1.

UL 845 2. UL 891 3. IEC 61439-1 4. IEC 61439-2

Perform electrical tests such as: 1. Short circuit testing 2. Arc flash testing 3. Temperature rise testing 4. Dielectric (hi-pot) testing Ensure safe operation within high-current lab environments Document test setups, procedures, results, and observations accurately Record test data, anomalies, and deviations in formal reports Support compliance and traceability documentation requirements Adhere to all electrical safety, LOTO, and laboratory safety protocols Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready workspace Apply 5S principles to lab organization and processes Promote a strong safety culture in high-energy test environments Collaborate with development engineers on design verification activities Support high-current lab engineers during complex or hazardous tests Assist in failure investigations and root cause analysis Communicate test progress, issues, and findings clearly Required Skills & Qualifications Technical school training (up to 1 year) or equivalent hands-on experience Hands-on experience with: Electrical and mechanical assembly Power and control wiring Test instrumentation and laboratory equipment Ability to read and interpret: Electrical schematics Mechanical drawings Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

Understanding of:

Electrical safety practices Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures Safe work practices for high-energy systems Familiarity with Six Sigma concepts and 5S principles Preferred Qualifications Experience testing MCCs, switchgear, or industrial power systems Familiarity with UL and IEC compliance testing standards

Additional Details:

Duration:

12 Months with possibility of extension

Location:

Milwaukee, WI 53204 Shift hours: Mon•Fri; 7 to 3:30

About MARS Solutions Group:

MARS Solutions Group provides a range of opportunities for meaningful work by understanding that employment fit is a combination of people, process, and technology. We leverage our experienced and compassionate team to bring humanity to matching you with the right advanced technology role, and stay connected with you to help you attain your professional goals.

Job Type:

Contract Pay:

$23.00•$24.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person