Electrical and Controls Technician
Manufacturing ยท Pocomoke City, Maryland
Primary duties support design and implementation of all electrical control systems, to include developing and testing components.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide technical support to the engineering group.
- Hardwire organically designs and manufactures its production equipment and systems - the Electrical Technician will directly contribute to systems integration and overall functioning of this equipment.
- The Electrical Technician will provide installation of corresponding electrical systems and components, working with the mechanical team and conduct testing and setup as required. This includes setup/loading of software to HMI/PLC/VFD and Servo Systems.
- Evaluate control systems, products, components, and applications by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of electricity and materials.
- Develop system products by studying customer requirements; researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials.
- Develop manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for building and assembling electrical components; soliciting observations from operators.
- Assure product quality by designing electrical testing methods; testing finished products and system capabilities.
- Maintain product and company compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Keep equipment operational by following manufacturers' instructions and established procedures.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Understanding of PLC, VFD motor drives, Vision, and Temperature Control Systems.
- Completion and maintenance of required safety trainings such as Lock Out/Tag Out, Powered Industrial Truck certifications, and HazCom.
- Five (5) years work experience in manufacturing industry required, automotive manufacturing preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and schematics.
- Ability to read and interpret hydraulic/pneumatic diagrams and schematics.
- Ability to install, troubleshoot and repair electrical systems.
- Ability to construct industrial electrical panels and control systems using schematics and diagrams.
- Understanding of relay logic, motor controls, forward/reversing circuits and HVAC electrical systems and controls.
- Electrical ladder logic and a minimum of five (5) years PLC & HMI programming experience.
- Strong knowledge of electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming; knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
- Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships and applications.
- Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Professional demeanor with the ability to work well with others in a fast-paced environment.
BENEFICIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Familiarity with 5S
- PLC: Rockwell, Siemens
- HMI: Rockwell, Siemens, Wonderware, LabView
- Robot: ABB, Fanuc, Kuka
- Flowchart design with Visio
- Capabilities of performing start-up
- FAT and SAT
- Presentation skills
Benefits for Full-Time Employees:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Account
- Group Term Life Insurance and Short Term Disability Insurance
- 401K matching program
- Discretionary bonus program
Work Environment
- Work performed in a combination of manufacturing and office environment.
- Exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, odors, fumes, oils.
FLSA Classification
Exempt