Engineering Technician

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities .

Interested in joining us on our journey?

This role will be supporting the business in the evaluation of our appliances associated with the clothes care team. The person will test units mainly within Clothes Care with a focus more on the Dryer side for regulatory and engineering tests. Personnel should have solid attention to detail along with demonstrated ability using Microsoft products to document and record results of tests and inspections. A successful candidate will be familiar with mechanical and electrical background. This role will moving heavy units from one location to another using dollies.

Position

Engineering Technician

Location

USA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

Apply unique technical expertise and in-depth knowledge of appliances and related industry and regulatory standards to review test plans, develop test methods and then execute

Apply technical expertise of instrumentation and test software to setup instrumentation and design new test fixtures to correctly apply the regulatory standard to the product under evaluation

Prepare test documentation, review calibration reports, and build uncertainty budgets to the lab’s ISO 17025 quality policies

Train and educate new personnel (including technicians, engineers and interns). Participate in training both inside and outside of their areas of technical expertise

Maintain supplies, environment, and consumables to meet regulatory and lab policies

Move engineering samples between the test area, preparation area, and storage areas

What You'll Bring to Our Team

Thorough understanding of test equipment and instrumentation. Able to troubleshoot test setup, confirm required accuracy is met and knowledgeable of routine maintenance

Thorough understanding of standards (UL, ANSI, CSA, and CFR)

Minimum 2 years’ experience in test and evaluation of appliances

Ability to work with minimum supervision

Attention to detail and time management skills to multitask to meet schedule

Proficient with Microsoft office products

2 year technical degree or military equivalent

Physical ability to move large appliances

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in multiple product lines or labs

Prior experience with regulatory documentation

Prior experience with operating and testing gas appliances

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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