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# Test Engineer

- **Company:** American Superconductor Corporation
- **Location:** Ayer, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $65,000.0 - $80,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Literacy, Text Processing, Test Scripts
- **Published:** July 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=03c8569fb82708bb

## About the Role

* 2-year Associate Degree in Electronics or equivalent.
 * Minimum of 4-6 years of hands-on experience in the manufacturing or R&D environments.

Required Skills, Competencies, Authorities and Training Needs:

 * Ability to troubleshoot and repair PCB circuits, small-scale electrical systems and large-scale electrical systems using fundamental concepts.
 * Knowledge of the control and operation of IGBT- and Thyristor-based power-electronic power system products.
 * Demonstrated understanding of test methods for product test using currents up to the 5,000A range and voltages up to the 100,000V range.
 * Demonstrated awareness of electrical hazards, usage of PPE and safety procedures.
 * Able to work independently and provide solid decision making.
 * Skill in use of manufacturing and electronic test equipment.
 * Computer literate in word-processing, spread-sheet and presentation-preparation programs
 * Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly both orally and in writing.
 * Able to lift 75 pounds or exert 75 pounds of force on a regular basis.
 * Tasks often involve long periods of standing.

## Description

* Review and approve test plans for power-electronic based systems; prepare product and equipment for test; execute test plans; gather, compile and summarize data; generate test reports/results
 * Troubleshoot and repair product as required.
 * Construct test equipment according to specified requirements.
 * Maintain, troubleshoot and repair production test equipment.
 * Provide recommendations and documentation to product designers on design improvement.
 * Train engineers, field service technicians and new hires on product test, operation of test equipment, and testing safety.
 * Direct outside subcontractors as required.
 * Meet production goals.
 * Make decisions regarding safety and quality.
 * Take lead in Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) activities with Manufacturing and Engineering.
 * Direct manufacturing personnel regarding product quality issues.
 * Recommend tools, test equipment and safety supplies and initiate requisition for purchase.
 * Other duties as assigned.


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