Electrical Assembly and Test Tech

Location: Houston, TX
Shift: 1st Shift
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM-2:30 PM

Responsibilities:

• 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 the frame, installation, measurement, fabrication, installation of conduit and associated fittings, and wiring of complete assembly.
• Complete company'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 skill 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.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution is required.
• Minimum 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).
• Minimum 3 years of electro-mechanical (piping, conduits, threading) assembly experience required.
• Ability to work overtime.
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certified prior to start.

Preferred Skills:

• Prior experience building explosion-proof and/or power-distribution products preferred.
• 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 company 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.