Electrical and Controls Technician

ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN

Primary duties support design and implementation of all electrical control systems, to include developing and testing components.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical support to the engineering group.
• Hardwire organically designs and manufactures its production equipment and systems - the Electrical Technician will directly contribute to systems integration and overall functioning of this equipment.
• The Electrical Technician will provide installation of corresponding electrical systems and components, working with the mechanical team and conduct testing and setup as required.  This includes setup/loading of software to HMI/PLC/VFD and Servo Systems.
• Evaluate control systems, products, components, and applications by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of electricity and materials.

• Develop system products by studying customer requirements; researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials.

• Develop manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for building and assembling electrical components; soliciting observations from operators.

• Assure product quality by designing electrical testing methods; testing finished products and system capabilities.

• Maintain product and company compliance with federal and state regulations.

• Keep equipment operational by following manufacturers' instructions and established procedures.
  

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Understanding of PLC, VFD motor drives, Vision, and Temperature Control Systems.
• Completion and maintenance of required safety trainings such as Lock Out/Tag Out, Powered Industrial Truck certifications, and HazCom.
  
• Five (5) years work experience in manufacturing industry required, automotive manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and schematics.
  
• Ability to read and interpret hydraulic/pneumatic diagrams and schematics.
  
• Ability to install, troubleshoot and repair electrical systems. 
  
• Ability to construct industrial electrical panels and control systems using schematics and diagrams.
  
• Understanding of relay logic, motor controls, forward/reversing circuits and HVAC electrical systems and controls.
• Electrical ladder logic and a minimum of five (5) years PLC & HMI programming experience.
  
• Strong knowledge of electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming; knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships and applications.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Professional demeanor with the ability to work well with others in a fast-paced environment.
  

BENEFICIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Familiarity with 5S
• PLC: Rockwell, Siemens
• HMI: Rockwell, Siemens, Wonderware, LabView
• Robot: ABB, Fanuc, Kuka
• Flowchart design with Visio
• Capabilities of performing start-up
• FAT and SAT
• Presentation skills
  

Work Environment

Work performed in a combination of manufacturing and office environment.

Exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, odors, fumes, oils.

FLSA Classification

Exempt