Electrical Engineering Technician
nVent · Anoka, MN · 1 mo ago
On-siteManufacturing$20.4–$37.8/hrFull-time
About the role
Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. This is an opportunity to expand your technical skills while supporting innovative cooling and enclosure solutions.
Responsibilities
- Build prototype wire harnesses from engineering documentation, including wire cutting, termination, connector installation, and light soldering activities.
- Assemble and install electrical systems and components used in prototype and pre-production product builds.
- Partner closely with engineers to diagnose wiring, connection, and component-related issues during product development.
- Perform hands-on electrical testing and diagnostics using multimeters, continuity testers, power supplies, and related equipment.
- Manage inventory of prototype electrical components and materials to ensure engineers have the parts needed to support development programs.
- Support implementation of 5S and Kanban initiatives to improve organization, material availability, and overall readiness of the electrical engineering workspace.
Requirements
- Associate degree, technical diploma, trade school training, or equivalent experience in electrical technology, electronics, mechatronics, industrial electricity, or a related field.
- Experience building, assembling, modifying, or testing wire harnesses, electrical systems, control panels, or related assemblies.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, harness drawings, and engineering prints.
- Understanding of basic electrical theory including voltage, current, resistance, continuity, and circuit operation.
- Experience using electrical testing equipment and basic computer applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Strong attention to detail, organization skills, and a proactive approach to problem solving and supporting engineering projects.
Qualifications
- Highly motivated individual with a passion for innovation and hands-on work.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Skills
- Proficiency in electrical testing equipment.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
- Critical illness, accident insurance, and life insurance.
- A 401(k) retirement plan with a company match.
- An employee stock purchase plan.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Back-up care services.
- Paid time off including volunteer time.
- A well-being program.
- Legal & identity theft protection.
Pay
$20.40 - $37.80 Per Hour Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.
Schedule
This is a full time, hourly position and you will work on-site 5 days/week in Anoka, MN, with core hours being from 9:30 am - 3:30 pm.