What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical and Controls Technician position at Hardwire LLC?
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
Benefits for Full-Time Employees:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Account
- Group Term Life Insurance and Short Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- 401K matching program
- Discretionary bonus program
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
Salary : $50
