Engineering Technician

RESUME IS REQUIRED

Job Title: Engineering Tech (Electrical Specialty)

Shift: 1ST SHIFT

Department/Area:  Engineering

Pay Grade: $34.87 per hour

Job Description

You will serve as a technical resource and project support in the development and application of production systems across a variety of machining processes. You will be responsible for cost and quality improvements and maintaining daily operations to achieve division goals.

Job Responsibilities

• Install and maintain electrical work on plant electrical systems and equipment with minimum supervision, using a broad knowledge of applied trade practices and technique.

• The use of ladders, raised platforms, caged lifts, and manual climbing on equipment at various heights up to and including 40 feet is required.

• Plan, layout and install complex wiring circuits and distribution centers in conformance with established codes, install switches and controls, central subsidiary control panels, electronic devices and all other duties incidental to installation.

• Maintain substation; diagnose and remedy all electrical, electronic and mechanical troubles.

• Work from wiring, hydraulic, pneumatic schematic drawings and code book.

• Use all electrical measuring and testing devices.

• Support proper implementation of new processes & equipment

• Troubleshoot manufacturing electrical and programming issues

• Identify root cause, analyze and solve manufacturing process issues and equipment related problems

• Provide leadership and development to maintenance staff to diagnose and solve equipment issues as first line of engineering support

• Provide technical support to production and work teams and serve as a technical resource for the department

• Support maintaining stability in day to day operations

• Analyze, evaluate and document standards according to quality system requirements such as Standard Operating Procedures, Risk Assessments and LOTO procedures

• Provide a critical link between the department and other process partners such as product design, assembly, paint, maintenance, safety, quality, etc.

• Communicate with and support up to a 24-hour / day manufacturing operation 

Minimum Requirements

•  Electrical Associates Degree or higher in technical/equivalent field with work experience OR Journeyman’s card OR equivalent experience to a Journeyman (ex: previous engineering experience, electrician certifications, etc)

• 2+ years in manufacturing environment with a good understanding of plant operations and engineering

• Strong computer skills (SAP, Google Suite)

• Able to read electrical schematics and knowledge of programmable controllers

• Hands-on experience with low voltage (480V and below) electrical applications

• Basic experience with the following automation disciplines PLC Programming / HMI Development / Variable Frequency Drives / Motion Control / Industrial Networks / Sensors

• Able to work overtime as needed.

Soft Skills

• Ability to work as a team and independently

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment

• Excellent planning, project management and leadership skills

• Ability to support delivery of projects on time and on budget

• Strong communication, presentation and facilitation skills

• Solid decision-making and judgment skills

• Resourcefulness in accomplishing objectives and completing tasks

• Proven problem solving skills

Preferred Requirements

• Programming ability in AB Suite (PLC), Fanuc Robotics, KUKA Robotics, and Mitsubishi CNC controls

•  Strong mechanical knowledge

• Working knowledge of GD&T (geometric dimensioning and tolerancing)

• Knowledge of 2D Autocad

This role in summary

Our Greenville manufacturing team is looking for an Engineering Technician (Electrical Specialty).

You will serve as a technical resource and project support in the development and application of production systems across a variety of machining processes. You will be responsible for cost and quality improvements and maintaining daily operations to achieve division goals.

Shift: 1ST SHIFT

Pay Grade: Grade 7 ($33.43- $38.10); Wage rate dependent on which engineer tech level candidate qualifies for)

Your responsibilities will include

• Install and maintain electrical work on plant electrical systems and equipment with minimum supervision, using a broad knowledge of applied trade practices and technique.

• The use of ladders, raised platforms, caged lifts, and manual climbing on equipment at various heights up to and including 40 feet is required.

• Plan, layout and install complex wiring circuits and distribution centers in conformance with established codes, install switches and controls, central subsidiary control panels, electronic devices and all other duties incidental to installation.

• Maintain substation; diagnose and remedy all electrical, electronic and mechanical troubles.

• Work from wiring, hydraulic, pneumatic schematic drawings and code book.

• Use all electrical measuring and testing devices.

• Support proper implementation of new processes & equipment

• Troubleshoot manufacturing electrical and programming issues

• Identify root cause, analyze and solve manufacturing process issues and equipment related problems

• Provide leadership and development to maintenance staff to diagnose and solve equipment issues as first line of engineering support

• Provide technical support to production and work teams and serve as a technical resource for the department

• Support maintaining stability in day to day operations

• Analyze, evaluate and document standards according to quality system requirements such as Standard Operating Procedures, Risk Assessments and LOTO procedures

• Provide a critical link between the department and other process partners such as product design, assembly, paint, maintenance, safety, quality, etc.

• Communicate with and support up to a 24-hour / day manufacturing operation 

Minimum requirements

•  Electrical Associates Degree or higher in technical/equivalent field with work experience OR Journeyman's card OR equivalent experience to a Journeyman (ex: previous engineering experience, electrician certifications, etc)

• 2+ years in manufacturing environment with a good understanding of plant operations and engineering

• Strong computer skills (SAP, Google Suite)

• Able to read electrical schematics and knowledge of programmable controllers

• Hands-on experience with low voltage (480V and below) electrical applications

• Basic experience with the following automation disciplines PLC Programming / HMI Development / Variable Frequency Drives / Motion Control / Industrial Networks / Sensors

• Able to work overtime as needed.

Preferred skills and experiences

• Programming ability in AB Suite (PLC), Fanuc Robotics, KUKA Robotics, and Mitsubishi CNC controls

•  Strong mechanical knowledge

• Working knowledge of GD&T (geometric dimensioning and tolerancing)

• Knowledge of 2D Autocad

Why should you apply?

• Up to 40+ hours of paid training

• Up to 120 hours of paid time off (prorated based on start date)

• Medical, dental, vision, 401k and other benefits available immediately

• We offer manufacturing careers

• Tuition reimbursement

• Apprenticeships

• Growth opportunities

Additional information

Soft Skills

• Ability to work as a team and independently

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment

• Excellent planning, project management and leadership skills

• Ability to support delivery of projects on time and on budget

• Strong communication, presentation and facilitation skills

• Solid decision-making and judgment skills

• Resourcefulness in accomplishing objectives and completing tasks

• Proven problem solving skills

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