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Role Description: Senior Engineer - Film Capacitor Testing
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Position Summary:
The Film Capacitor Testing Engineer is responsible for evaluating and ensuring film capacitors' performance, reliability, and safety through rigorous testing and analysis. This role involves designing and executing test plans, analyzing test results, and providing insights to improve product quality. The Film Capacitor Testing Engineer works closely with R&D, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams to ensure that film capacitors meet industry standards and customer specifications.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Test Plan Development: Design and develop comprehensive test plans and procedures for film capacitors, including electrical, thermal, and environmental tests.
2. Testing Execution: Conduct various tests on film capacitors to assess their performance, including capacitance, dissipation factor, insulation resistance, and breakdown voltage.
3. Data Analysis: Analyze test data to identify trends, anomalies, and areas for improvement. Use statistical tools and software for data analysis and reporting.
4. Report Generation: Prepare detailed test reports and documentation, summarizing findings and recommending product improvements or design modifications.
5. Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve test equipment and procedures issues. Collaborate with engineering teams to address any defects or performance issues identified during testing.
6. Compliance: Ensure that testing procedures and results comply with IEC, UL, and BIS standards and regulatory requirements. Stay updated with the latest industry trends and standards.
7. Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, quality assurance, and manufacturing teams to support product development and ensure that film capacitors meet quality and performance criteria.
8. Equipment Maintenance: Maintain and calibrate testing equipment to ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
1. Test Accuracy: Percentage of test results that are accurate and meet industry standards. Target: 98% or higher.
2. Timeliness: Adherence to test schedules and deadlines. Target: 100% of tests completed on time.
3. Defect Detection Rate: Percentage of defects or issues identified during testing. Target: High detection rate, to identify 95% of potential issues.
4. Report Quality: Completeness and clarity of test reports. Target: 100% of reports are clear, accurate, and actionable.
5. Compliance Rate: Adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements. Target: 100% compliance.
6. Equipment Downtime: Amount of downtime due to equipment maintenance or malfunction. Target: Minimal downtime, less than 2% of operational time.
Key Result Areas (KRA’s):
1. Testing Efficiency: Effective execution of test plans with minimal errors and high reliability. This includes optimizing testing procedures and reducing test time without compromising accuracy.
2. Product Quality Improvement: Contribution to product quality through the identification of design or manufacturing flaws and providing actionable feedback to engineering and production teams.
3. Documentation and Reporting: High-quality documentation and reporting that facilitate clear communication of test results and recommendations to stakeholders.
4. Technical Expertise: Demonstrating deep technical knowledge in film capacitor testing and staying current with technological advancements and industry best practices.
5. Collaboration and Communication: Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and clear communication of test results, issues, and recommendations.
6. Continuous Improvement: Proactively identifying areas for improvement in testing processes and contributing to the development of more efficient and effective testing methodologies.
This role is crucial in ensuring that film capacitors perform reliably in their applications, meet quality standards, and continue to improve over time.