JO – 6106 Electrical Controls Engineer / Designer / Technician

Position Title:             Electrical Designer and Technician

Reports To:                Operations Mgr.

Position Summary

Using AutoCAD Electrical, prepare electrical schematics from I/O list and part list assuring completeness and accuracy. In addition, perform lay out, assembly and wiring of electrical panels. Assist in debugging and installation of machine and/or process control systems.

Primary Responsibilities and Job Duties

·         Draw electrical schematics using proper design practices

·         Prepare parts lists, bills of material and order parts

·         Lay out and wire electrical panels according to schematics and customer specifications

·         Create wire lists, wire bundles and label using good workmanship practices

·         Perform basic testing of electrical systems.

·         Special assignments as requested

·         Working knowledge of NFPA, NEC and UL codes.  Will provide UL 508A training.

 Collaboration and Teamwork Expectations

·         Is an effective team member and is a supporter of the team concept. Cooperates with others and unselfishly offers help without being asked. Shares information and openly expresses ideas, in order to solve problems.

·         Consistently demonstrates the following; trustworthiness, ability to listen, willingness to help others and communicates in a straightforward honest manner.

Hiring Qualifications

·         A 2 year degree in electronics, electricity or related area, or at least 4 years of relevant experience.

·         A minimum of one year of experience with PC-based software such as Word and Excel.

·         Ability to draw electrical schematics using AutoCAD Electrical software.

·         Ability to us Auto Cad Inventor for back panel and enclosure layouts.

·         Experience in machine wiring and panel wiring/layout.

·         Experience using powered hand tools and electrical instruments including soldering iron, voltmeters, drills, saws, etc.

·         Ability to travel to customer facilities for design, installation and service-related activities.

Physical Demands

·         Extended hours sitting and viewing a computer screen.

·         Frequent repetitive hand/wrist movements.

·         Frequent walking, bending, squatting, reaching and lifting for extended periods of time.

Occasional lifting and moving of parts up to 50 pounds waist high.