Contols (Control Panel) Technician/Specialist

Controls Specialist - Technician (TE) combine knowledge of mechanical technology with knowledge of electrical technology. Is widely recognized as an expert in troubleshooting, installation and industry processes. The Technician (TE) assembles, tests and install panels. TE reads CAD drawings and is familiar with basic regulations, specifically the NEC. The TE learns to use basic software for testing and troubleshooting. The TE may assist with design or CAD production. The TE can assist on site, has experience with testing, instrumentation, detail design, system functionality, and industry standards. The TE can act alone or as a vital part of a team.

S/he must have interest in or pursuing the path of a licensed electrician or contractor’s license.

Assembly

Assembles panels and other devices following standard drawings. Produces lay-outs for panels and components, products, and systems for industrial purposes. Designs and assembles electrical equipment, components, products, and systems for industrial purposes. Can design simple products and systems to interface machines, hardware, and software. May use CAD software to assist in design and assembly.

Testing and verification

The TE has experience with instrumentation, assembly, testing and installation. Plans, directs, and records electrical testing and recommends or initiates modification or replacement of equipment. Follows standardized procedures for testing and evaluation of controls. Uses internal documents in testing. Assuming the role of quality assurance monitor, the TE understands quality documents and reporting.

Installation/ Onsite activities

The TE performs work to install and test equipment. Ensures products and systems conform to engineering design and customer specifications Diagnoses cause of electrical or mechanical malfunction or failure of operational equipment and performs preventative and corrective measures. Works to accomplish assigned task under the direction of the project team to include; engineers or project managers.

Troubleshooting

Diagnoses cause of electrical or mechanical malfunction or failure of operational equipment and performs preventative and corrective maintenance while maintaining communication between customer and the rest of the HEI team. Support work requires an understanding of customer processes and plants. Willing to perform emergency service; coordinates and schedules this with others.

Applies Software Configuration or Industry-specific Skills

The TE displays and applies technical/multi-disciplinary skills. The different disciplines might include: Power distribution, instrumentation, Network systems, of specific processes or industry. Because the TE understands overall operation of systems, he or she is valuable in directing installation and process understanding. An TE can create logical specifications and program flow requirements to follow or can follow others’ specifications. The TE understands customer needs and develops analysis, design, instrumentation and control systems to fit customer needs

Onsite Support

Onsite support is often the responsibility of the TE. The relationships the TE builds with customers because of rapid response and high-quality work result in moving forward in a mutually beneficial relationship.

Education Requirements: Technical degree or equivalent work experience (3-5 or more years)

Preferred Journeyman - Electrician and/or Contractor’s License. National Electrical Code knowledge.

Must be a U.S Citizen

Initial and Annual Drug Screening

Travel expected for onsite and service calls - up to 25%

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $37.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 3% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person