Job Summary

By applying electrical theory and related knowledge, assists engineers in the design, evaluation and repair of electrical equipment.

Job Duties

• Provide moderately complex technical assistance and resolution when electrical or engineering problems are encountered before, during and after construction


• Assemble electrical and electronic systems and prototypes according to engineering data and knowledge of electrical principles, using hand tools and measuring instruments


• Collaborate with engineers and other personnel to identify, define and solve developmental problems


• Analyze and interpret test information to resolve design-related problems


• Draw or modify diagrams and write engineering specifications to clarify design details and functional criteria of experimental electronics units


• Install, repair, modify and upgrade industrial control systems; control systems may be relay controlled, microprocess based on PLC logic (i.e., PLC programming and troubleshooting)


• Conduct inspections for quality control and assurance programs, reporting findings and recommendations


• Prepare project cost and work-time estimates when needed


• Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately


• Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.)


• Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures


• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience and Education

• Perform work under general supervision


• Handle moderately complex issues and problems and refer more complex issues to higher-level staff


• Possess solid working knowledge of subject matter


• 2 to 4 years of experience accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program


• Provide leadership, coaching and/or mentoring to a subordinate group when needed

Competencies/ Skills

• Ability to interpret work instructions


• Ability to follow written and verbal directions


• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills


• Technical expertise


• Design expertise


• Intermediate mathematical skills