Electronics Test Technician - First Shift

About the role

Apply electrical principles to assemble, install and test electrical wiring, components, and equipment into industrial control panels.

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional testing of energized equipment with voltages up to 480V.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Inspect wiring installations, assemblies, and other electrical components.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group; may act as a lead.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality control to review bill of materials, drawings, and schematics.
• Demonstrate electrical safety practices and use of proper PPE as required.
• Manufacture prototypes of new products, identifying problems, and providing feedback.
• Work with production engineers to obtain new tools and equipment when required.
• Perform complex wiring and assembly operations on assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Keep organized and a clean workspace.
• Use and maintain fabrication tools for electrical and mechanical assemblies such as crimpers, wire stripping tools, and label machines.
• Any other similar or associated duties necessary to accomplish job objectives, or as assigned by the manager.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program required. Electrical safety training such as NFPA 70E or similar preferred.
• Experience: 2–4 years of electrical work with industrial control panels or 3–5 years of experience or transferable knowledge from similar industries required.
• Language and Communication Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small group situations. Fluent in English.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret charts.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to Work Independently: Demonstrated capacity to manage tasks and projects with minimal supervision. Strong self-motivation and initiative to identify and solve problems proactively. Ability to make informed decisions and take responsibility for outcomes.
• Coordinating, coaching, and training teams effectively: Providing clear and concise written and verbal instructions to team members and addressing any queries or issues promptly. Planning and organizing daily activities while delegating tasks efficiently.
• Certifications: Electrical or Electronic Technology certification preferred but not required. Familiar with IEC style schematics. Knowledge of UL 508A design concepts.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand 8+ hours a day.
• Ability to reach and bend.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, or pull up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Manual dexterity required.
• Ability to wear all required PPE.
• Ability to work in a state of constant alertness and in a safe manner.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing and warehouse areas.
• Frequent exposure to moving equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, machinery, and tools.
• Moderate noise level depending on the scope of work.