Run Test Technician

About the role

The Run Test Technician performs final functional testing, verification, and troubleshooting of industrial gas compressors, processing skids, and PLC control panels before shipment. This position ensures equipment meets safety, performance, and customer specifications through run tests, data analysis, and close collaboration with engineering, production, and quality teams.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct functional run tests on natural gas compressor packages and PLC‑based control panels according to procedures and customer specs.
• Set up test environments, operate compressors through start‑up, load, and shutdown cycles, and validate PLC logic, safety interlocks, alarms and shutdown sequences.
• Record and analyze test data, troubleshoot mechanical, electrical and control issues, and provide feedback for design improvements.
• Maintain calibration, cleanliness and readiness of test equipment, enforce safety protocols, and complete detailed test records and reports.

Required profile

• 1–7 years of experience troubleshooting PLC control panels and operating Caterpillar and Waukesha engines.
• Proficiency interpreting engineering documentation such as P&IDs, General Arrangement drawings and electrical schematics.
• Hands‑on experience with Ariel and Dresser‑Rand compressors.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills, high attention to detail and ability to work with minimal supervision.

Required skills

• PLC control panel troubleshooting
• Caterpillar engine operation
• Waukesha engine operation
• Ariel compressor familiarity
• Dresser‑Rand compressor familiarity
• Interpretation of P&IDs, GA drawings and electrical schematics

What we offer

• Generous healthcare, dental and vision plans
• 401(k) employer matching
• Paid time off program
• Employee equity plan and tuition reimbursement
• Fun office environment