Electrical Technician - Automotive Manufacturing

At Aisin North Carolina (ANC), the phrase "We Touch the Future" isn't just a slogan. Our commitment to the future extends not only to our products, but also to our team members, the community and the environment.

ANC is a $1.1billion Tier 1 automotive manufacturer of transmissions and components. ANC's corporate office and primary assembly, machining, and logistic facility (1 million sq. ft.) is located in Durham and Creedmore, NC and home to more than 1500 Team Members dedicated to a bright future so close you can touch it. At ANC, we understand that our future is driven by the work we do today.

Job Summary:

The Kouki Electrical Technician is responsible for the ground up electrical build of new equipment designed by the Kouki Group, as well as the overhaul of existing equipment to be reused for new projects. He/she is also responsible for maintaining the overall build schedule for each job and maintaining assembly accuracy data sheets during assembly process.

What we Provide to you:

• Competitive salary for the industry and region
• 401(k) Matching plan
• Subsidized Medical Insurance Options, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
• PTO
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Health Spending Account and educational reimbursement
• Opportunity for strong career advancement in a stable company and industry

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Understand and implement safe work practices in compliance with company policies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and electrical controls issues in circuits containing transformers, disconnects, over current protection devices, and general control components (relays, timers, PLC, etc).
• Execute electrical and control upgrades to equipment.
• Perform entire electrical machine assembly using drawings provided by Kouki engineers.
• Perform testing of machine components and systems to ensure proper function.
• Maintain assembly accuracy sheets during the assembly process.
• Perform required disassembly of equipment in preparation for shipping to other Aisin facilities or transportation within ANC.
• Lead the final installation, setup and testing of equipment within the production line (either within ANC or another Aisin facility within the US).
• Be the main point of contact for engineers and outside contractors during machine installation.

Core Accountabilities:

• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with all personnel in the company.
• Accurately maintain all records for each machine assembly.

Basic Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required:

• Experience working with electrical distribution and control systems up to 480 VAC, 3PH.
• Able to effectively distinguish between various wiring colors.
• Experience troubleshooting pneumatic valves, actuators (pneumatic and electric), sensors
• Ability to understand, load and troubleshoot PLC and GOT programs.
• Ability to read electrical prints to wire control panels with components such as motor starters, PLCs, control relays, terminals, sensors, etc. Label all wiring to print. Test each to ensure proper wiring. Install enclosures onto main systems and wire to all external devices per NFPA 79/70/UL508A and company specific requirements.
• Familiar with NFPA 70E safe electrical work practices (such as Lockout/Tagout, etc).
• Have or be able to obtain an ANC forklift license.
• Knowledge of basic crane operation and safety. Attending training.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings (electrical, part and assembly).

Key attributes of someone who will be successful in the role:

• Demonstrates commitment to “Safety First”
• Enhanced ability to take initiative and to be diligent in the work they do
• Quality oriented
• Works well in a group environment.
• Ability to multi-task under limited time constraints and high pressure while maintaining compliance.
• Eagerness to attend training to enhance knowledge
• Effective written and verbal communication skills that others will understand and follow
• Strong data analysis skills and ability to solve problems quickly and with clarity for the team.
• Self-motivated, self-directing, strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills
• Ability and willingness to travel with overnight stays may be required to install equipment in other Aisin locations in the US; Ability to work overtime including weekends as needed

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship?

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Durham, NC 27712 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30