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Electrical Quality Tech

Prime Controls · Cedar Rapids, IA · 2 mo ago
On-siteQuality AssuranceFull-time

About the role

Prime Controls, L.P., established in 2004, is a family-owned Systems Integration and I&C Construction firm focusing on industrial automation and control needs. Serving customers nationwide from its Dallas, Texas headquarters and offices across the U.S., Prime Controls prioritizes delivering high-quality professional services and fostering a supportive workplace.

Responsibilities

  • Perform Quality Control Inspections and Testing of field installed instrumentation devices, fabricated Instrument and Control Panels, adhering to NEC, UL 508A & 698A standards and site-specific drawings and specifications.
  • Understand electrical wiring, fabrication, and testing of control panels within a UL 508A & 698A panel environment.
  • Understand instrument and control systems including PLCs and instrument loops (4-20mA).
  • Knowledge of transmitters, flow meters, pressure probes, temperature probes, level probes, timers, and relays.
  • Understand PLC logic and software platforms for I/O testing such as Allen-Bradley, Modicon, Siemens, and Motorola.
  • Write and implement corrective actions based on findings from quality inspections and insights.
  • Analyze quality findings and suggest corrective measures to prevent recurrence of substandard performance.
  • Communicate facilitatively with team members to enhance their performance based on quality inspection insights.
  • Develop and deliver training materials based on insights from quality findings.
  • Visually verify Bill of Materials for panels and instrumentation devices, test electronically, and trace wire origins and designations for accuracy.
  • Power up and test 120 VAC, 24VDC, and 480V voltage electrical systems, ensuring compliance with OSHA and NEC electrical safety practices.
  • Troubleshoot electrical circuits as needed.
  • Work overtime or weekends as required by production and site construction schedules.
  • Manipulate conduit and fittings to install wires safely.
  • Interpret Piping and Instrumentation Drawings (P&IDs) and tubing drawings for accurate installations.
  • Use customer software packages like ProCore, CxAlloy, BIM360 Field, and basic email and MS Office products.
  • Adhere strictly to all safety and environmental rules and regulations to ensure employee and public safety.

Requirements

  • The Basic Associate degree (AA) in Electrical Technology or equivalent from a two-year college, technical school, or five years of relevant experience.
  • Two years of related experience.
  • Intermediate Microsoft Office skills.

Preferred

  • Six or more years of relevant experience.
  • EE98J preferred.

Benefits

Full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage, a flexible spending account, generous paid time off, numerous cultural events, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Additionally, there is a 401(k) matching program and more!

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Physical requirements and work environment expectations vary by position. Generally, roles at Prime Controls may involve moderate noise, occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions, and, depending on the role, work at heights or around airborne particles and electrical components. Physical activities may include standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, as well as the use of hands, arms, and voice communication. Some roles may require lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements may include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

EEO Statement

Prime Controls is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disabled employer. As a federal contractor, Prime Controls is required to participate in the federal government's E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates.

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