Test & Validation Technician at Legrand, North America in Reno, NV

Summary: Legrand, North America is seeking a Test & Validation Technician to support their Operations and Engineering teams. This entry-level role is responsible for ensuring that new and existing products meet regulatory and quality standards through validation and testing processes.

Responsibilities:
- Validate new products and revise products against design specifications, ensuring proper functionality and document results
- Review BOM’s against the physical sample and note any discrepancies
- Perform thermal tests on print circuit boards and finished product
- Review pre-production prototypes using supplied mechanical drawings and electrical wiring diagrams to ensure they are manufactured correctly
- Diagnose and correct faults in prototype PCAs and finished products
- Troubleshoot analog and digital test items
- Assist in the setup and running of R&D experiments under the direction of engineering personnel
- Maintain and organize the engineering lab and test validation inventory as instructed by designated engineering personnel
- Promote positive company user relations by projecting a courteous, helpful attitude and assisting employees when appropriate
- Display original thinking and creativity; Meet challenges with resourcefulness; Generate suggestions for improving work; Develop innovative approaches and ideas
- Display willingness to make decisions; Exhibit sound and accurate judgment; Support and explain reasoning for decisions; Include appropriate people in decision-making process (specifically Department Managers); Make timely decisions
- Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) supplemented by college level Electronics Technician coursework
- Basic electrical understanding/knowledge
- Computer proficient with knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word/Excel/Outlook)
- Self-management skills including planning, organizing, and coordinating tasks
- Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to provide information across multiple groups in the Company including Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality and Purchasing
- Strong attention to detail and organization/planning skills and the ability to work independently
- None required for experience

Preferred Qualifications:
- Associates Degree in Industrial Electronics or related field preferred
- Working knowledge of Analog, Digital, and Microprocessor circuits
- Experience soldering and reworking fine pitch SMT circuit components
- Experience working on live high voltage circuits
- 2D and 3D CAD Design experience
- Familiarity with ISO 9000 standards and audit process

Required Skills: Electrical knowledge, Microsoft Office Word, Microsoft Office Excel, Microsoft Office Outlook, Analog circuits, Digital circuits, Microprocessor circuits, Soldering and reworking SMT components, High voltage circuit experience, 2D CAD design, 3D CAD design, ISO 9000 standards and audit process, Effective oral and written communication

Benefits: 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Employee assistance program, Employee discount, Flexible spending account, Health insurance, Health savings account, Life insurance, On-the-job training, Paid time off, Parental leave, Referral program, Retirement plan, Tuition reimbursement, Vision insurance