Senior Lab Technician – Power Electronics

Andover MA 01810
Engineering
Salary: $75000 $80000

Were looking for a hands-on Senior Engineering Aide to support advanced power electronics testing in a dynamic lab environment. Youll work directly with engineers to evaluate DC-DC and AC-DC power supply performance build and refine test setups and help drive product validation from concept to qualification.

This is a highly technical lab-focused role where problem-solving creativity and precision matter every day.

• Support engineering teams in evaluating and qualifying power supply components and assemblies

• Run detailed testing to measure temperature rise vs. electrical load and cooling conditions

• Design build and improve electrical mechanical and thermal test setups

• Modify and fabricate custom test fixtures to enhance lab efficiency and accuracy

• Collect analyze and summarize test data using Excel PowerPoint and internal systems

• Work across engineering groups to troubleshoot product and setup challenges

• Ensure test equipment calibration and lab readiness standards are maintained

• Prepare and install thermocouples and precision measurement setups

• Associates Degree in Electronics Electro-Mechanical Technology or equivalent experience

• 7 years of hands-on lab or engineering support experience

• Strong understanding of AC/DC circuits and power systems

• Experience with lab instruments:

  • Multimeters

  • Power supplies

  • Electronic loads

  • Power analyzers

  • Data acquisition systems

• Ability to interpret schematics drawings and test specifications

• Strong soldering skills and thermocouple preparation experience

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office tools

• Clear communication skills for documenting and presenting test results

• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced hands-on engineering environment

• Liquid cooling systems (chillers cold plates pressure setups)

• Understanding of thermal resistance and heat transfer concepts

• Basic machining (drill press milling machine Cu/Al stock)

• Experience with FLIR thermal imaging systems

• LabVIEW or similar automation tools

• Oscilloscope operation and troubleshooting

Your work directly impacts product performance reliability and innovation in advanced power systems. Youll be a key part of the lab team turning engineering concepts into validated production-ready technology.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical Vision Dental 401K and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.