Electric Motor Tester

Job Purpose :

Perform varied and moderately complex final inspection and quality control testing work on a variety of AC and DC traction motors, generators, motor alternators and blowers.

This work primarily involves the final inspection and quality control testing of all repaired units.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Capable of performing electrical tests (Insulation Resistance, Hi-Pot, Surge, Resistance, Bar to
• Bar, Impedance) and mechanical measurements as they relate to the motor fault analysis, test bed setup and operation with related computer functions.
• Capable of reading and understanding motor coil and wiring interconnection diagrams and their preparation.
• Operating principles and use of the following equipment
• Test bed set-up and associated equipment
• Computer equipment and applications
• Cranes
• Load Tester machine (dynamometer)
• Profiler machine (TIR) and printing results
• ITR’s and paper work
• Knowledge of all AC and DC drivers and motor control systems.
• Knowledge of motor construction (AC and DC) and acceptance criteria according to the manufacturer’s specifications.
• Understanding of motor concepts and principles of total indicator run-out and alignment.
• Superior mathematical capabilities with an understanding of motor performance.
• Knowledge of safety requirements (electrical) for testing.
• Knowledge of fundamental electrical codes and principles.
• Understanding of Safety concepts and ISO 9001 : 2000 Quality Management System.
• Perform related duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements :

• Education : Require training normally obtained through Grade 12 technical school
• education, electrical engineering technologist program or its equivalent
• Skills : Must have considerable mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Experience : One year experience in a related industry
30+ days ago