Electrician - Automation Controls Assembly

Job Description

The Electrician / Automation Controls Assembler is responsible for executing the robotic system assembly, specifically control panel wiring, electrical assembly, wiring, labeling, electrical component and system turn-up, and some mechanical assembly per the electrical engineering schematics and designs. This individual must be self-driven, competent, skilled, and take pride in quality and workmanship and be able to work in a team environment.

Knowledge and prior experience with automation systems preferred.

• Building, wiring, and labeling electrical panels or electrical automation control equipment
• Reading engineering drawings, bills of materials, automation control spec sheets and manuals, and performing duties with limited supervision
• Execute system start up with zero to very few failures
• Support and perform machine assembly and general robotic system installation
• Log all services and report progress to management
• Maintain all equipment and tools in excellent working order
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Work rapidly without compromising quality in order to minimize down times

• Most work is performed in the Automation Motion workplace.
• Travel will be necessary to install and start-up systems at the customer’s facility. Overnight travel will be required.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational School Diploma, completed apprenticeship, comparable amount of training preferred.
• 5+ years as an Industrial Electrician or Automation Controls Electrical technician
• Experience with conveyors, automation equipment, robotics, or servo based machines preferred
• Experience reading wiring drawings, panel schematics, and technical drawings.
• Experience creating, assembling, and installing wire harnesses
• Experience building and wiring electrical control panels
• Able to utilize electrical tools, hand tools and power tools
• Solid working knowledge of all code requirements
• Ability and willingness to follow all legal and company safety regulations
• Physical ability to complete this type of work, often in demanding environments
• Pride in your work
• Able to work independently with little supervision
• Flexible attitude
• Must be a Team player
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Ability to work well under deadlines
• Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and internet proficiency