**Job Description**


Purpose Statement: The Application Technician supports GE Current Technologys product development efforts as a member of the Nela Park laboratory team. The laboratory team is involved in the product development process from testing and choosing LED packages, to various performance and safety testing of finished lighting products and controls. The team also provides engineering support with building porotypes, designing new tests, troubleshooting field returns and failures and writing reports for communication to external customers. Team members work closely with GE Currents global engineering team that includes engineers from various US location, Canada, Mexico and China.


Essential Functions:

Operate, maintain and calibrate gonio photometer for visible light intensity distribution measurement

Operate, maintain EMI chamber

Provide electrical, electronic and mechanical troubleshooting and maintenance for testing equipment

Evaluate samples and assist in electrical test set-ups for engineers

Performs specialized lamp, fixture performance tests

Enter data electronically and support computer upload problems

Maintain the equipment and maintenance logs of measurement systems

Perform Product Test Operator functions as needed

Perform Product Test Entry Operator functions as needed


Additional Responsibilities:

Have a part in identifying and implementing continuous improvement in all testing systems

Support the upgrade of testing equipment

Hands-on implementation of projects aimed at improving measurement productivity and quality

Set-up, calibrate and operate a variety of testing systems


Competencies:

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical drawings

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to follow verbal and written work instructions

Must be well-organized and excellent with detail

Must be able to work well independently and as part of a team


Qualifications:


Required


+ Associates degree in Electronic Engineering Technology or other similar degree

+ 4+ years of experience in similarly situated positions

+ Knowledge of fundamental electrical and electronic concepts, practices and procedures applied to testing and measurement equipment, operation and troubleshooting

+ Ability to troubleshooting and repair electronics equipment or instrumentation including controls

+ Must have experience in application and use of electronic meters including digital oscilloscopes, data acquisition systems, PC computers

+ Experience in conducting electrical tests on components or complex systems

+ Must have experience with Windows OS & Microsoft Office products

+ Have experience working with Data Acquisition Systems


Preferred


+ Bachelors degree in Electronic Engineering Technology or other similar degree with 2 plus years of experience in similar roles

+ Desirable to have working knowledge of VB, VBA, VB.NET, SQL, HTML, JAVA, and LabView (PLC background a plus)

+ Have experience with Net Working, USB, GPIB, WIFI, LAN, and Bar Coding


**Why Kelly** **** **?**


Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. With Kelly Engineering, our experts connect you with leading organizations where you can learn and grow, collaborate on innovative projects, and keep your skills sharp with top technology. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects, or are looking for something more long-term, were here every step of the way to find your dream engineering job.


**About Kelly** ****


At Kelly, were always thinking about whats next and advising job seekers on new ways of working to reach their full potential. In fact, were a leading advocate for temporary/non-traditional workstyles, because we believe they allow flexibility and tremendous growth opportunities that enable a better way to work and live. Connecting great people with great companies is what we do best, and our employment opportunities span a wide variety of workstyles, skill levels, and industries around the world.


Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Kelly will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Kelly in advance.