Job Summary:

Electrical assembly and wiring of material handling and process line control panel systems per layout design and electrical schematics. Includes electrical motor control, operator and interface stations, I/O enclosures. Mount control enclosures, electrical devices, conduit to on-machine for wiring. Pull and terminate wires per electrical and mechanical design.

Responsibilities:

• Electrical power and control component recognition and function. Inspect components for defects, non-conformance.
• Layout, assemble and mount electrical control components for wiring per electrical design and manufacturers spec, determine correct method to secure electrical components per panel shop standard.
• Interface with electrical engineer to discuss any design layout issues for resolution.
• Wire electrical control panel system per electrical schematics, manufacturers spec using acceptable wiring standards and practices.
• Practice and model proper tool usage, safety standards.
• Perform continuity and power test when required on control circuits and power circuits, 5/12/24VDC, 120VAC, 230VAC, 480/3/60, 230/3/60, 230VDC .
• Plan conduit runs, cut thread and install conduit for on-machine wiring.
• Pull and terminate wire from electrical on-machine motor and devices through conduit to electrical enclosures.
• Inspect electrical control systems, on-machine wiring.

Requirements and Skills:

• Mechanical aptitude; proper use of assembly and wiring tools per generally acceptable shop practices and manufacturers spec. Previous control panel assembly required.
• Read, understand, interpret electrical schematics. Must know electrical symbols and identify on electrical schematics. Previous control panel and on-machine wiring required.
• Knowledge of wire type, size and correct terminating methods.
• Minimum 4 – 5 years’ experience assembly and wiring of electrical control systems per NFPA-70, NEC, UL-508A.
• Knowledge of how to wire and function of Relays, Operator Interface devices, VFD’s, I/O devices, Sensors, Motors.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits, relay logic, computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a group setting, making decisions based on information given for desired requirements.
• Stand for 8 hr. shift; Lift 40 – 50 lbs. from floor.
• Must have verbal, math, reasoning skills.