Electrical Assembly and Test Tech

Job Description:
What you ll do:
" Assemble, wire, and test electrical components such as relays, switches, transformers, circuit breakers, terminal blocks, etc. while upholding safety requirements
" Install completed assemblies into cabinets and enclosures as required
" Accurately layout and position assembly components to ensure construction feasibility and ease of installation and future maintenance.
" Participate in switch rack construction: including bus fabrication and assembly, enclosure construction, component layout and mounting to frame. Installation, measurement, fabrication, and installation of conduit and associated fittings, and wiring of complete assembly.
" Complete *** s Qualified Electrical Worker training and functional test the aforementioned products as required. Efficiently troubleshoot any product quality challenges identified during testing.
" Identify opportunities for continuous improvement/cost savings for operations and/or the facility
" Analyze job requirements from blueprints and schematics. Note discrepancies and make necessary adjustments to switch rack and drawings. Advise Manufacturing Engineer of corrections.
" Cross-train as needed to develop additional skills sets to flex as needed with demand
" Responsible for maintaining work area and general shop area in a clean and orderly condition
" Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisory or management personnel.

Qualifications:
Required (Basic) Qualifications:
" High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution is required.
" At least 2 years of experience in complex electrical assembly and testing with Electrician Certification (Journeyman or Master Electrician), an associate degree or technical certification in a related electrical field, military electrical training, or equivalent combination of education and experience required (TDLR Licensed 3rd-year apprentice with heavy industrial assembly history)
" 3 years of electro-mechanical (piping, conduits, threading) assembly experience required.
" Ability to work overtime.
Candidates will need to be CPR/AED/First Aide Certified prior to start.

Preferred Qualifications:
" Prior experience building explosion proof and/or power-distribution products preferred.

Skills:
Position Success Criteria:
" Strong mechanical/technical aptitude; knowledge of principles of mechanics, characteristics of materials, fundamentals of electricity and wiring of ordinary circuits.
" Ability to setup and operate hand, pneumatic and power tools.
" Use of a variety of fixed and adjustable gauges and electrical testing equipment to prove out wiring and mechanical functions of unit and to ensure quality.
" Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
" Ability to read wiring diagrams and other technical drawings
" Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision
" Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
" Strong time management skill as well as oral communication skills.
" Able to handle multiple and conflicting priorities.
" Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety and quality
" Strong practical knowledge applicable to manufacturing environment.
" Basic working knowledge and experience with computers
" Strong professional communication with customers visiting on-site, upholding *** Values

Physical Requirements:
" Able to stand on feet continuously during working shift.
" Able to lift and bend on a continuous basis
" Able to regularly lift 30-50 pounds without assistance.
" Ability to distinguish colored wiring
" Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment as required by company policy and procedure