Electrical Assembly Technician

Eaton Corporation•Houston, TX

About The Position

Assemble, wire, and test electrical components such as relays, switches, transformers, circuit breakers, terminal blocks, etc. while upholding safety requirements Install completed assemblies into cabinets and enclosures as required Accurately layout and position assembly components to ensure construction feasibility and ease of installation and future maintenance. Participate in switchrack construction: including bus fabrication and assembly, enclosure construction, component layout and mounting to frame. Installation, measurement, fabrication, and installation of conduit and associated fittings, and wiring of complete assembly. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement/cost savings for operations and/or the facility Analyze job requirements from blueprints and schematics. Note discrepancies and make necessary adjustments to switch rack and drawings. Advise Manufacturing Engineer of corrections. Cross-train as needed to develop additional skills sets to flex as needed with demand Responsible for maintaining work area and general shop area in a clean and orderly condition Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisory or management personnel.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution is required
A minimum of three (3) years of experience in electrical assembly
Experience reading and understanding electrical wiring drawings to implement wiring without guidance
A minimum of 2 years of electro-mechanical (piping AND conduits AND threading) assembly experience required
Experience reading electrical drawings and building per the drawings
Ability to work overtime
Strong mechanical/technical aptitude; knowledge of principles of mechanics, characteristics of materials, fundamentals of electricity and wiring of ordinary circuits
Ability to setup and operate hand, pneumatic and power tools
Use of a variety of fixed and adjustable gauges and electrical testing equipment to prove out wiring and mechanical functions of unit and to ensure quality
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to read wiring diagrams and other technical drawings
Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
Strong time management skill as well as oral communication skills
Able to handle multiple and conflicting priorities
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety and quality
Strong practical knowledge applicable to manufacturing environment
Basic working knowledge and experience with computers
Able to stand on feet continuously during working shift
Able to lift and bend on a continuous basis
Able to regularly lift 30-50 pounds without assistance
Ability to distinguish colored wiring
Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment as required by company policy and procedure

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Field Electrician, Electrician Apprenticeship, or Certified Electrician preferred
Prior experience building explosion proof and/or power-distribution products preferred

Responsibilities

Assemble, wire, and test electrical components
Install completed assemblies into cabinets and enclosures
Accurately layout and position assembly components
Participate in switchrack construction
Installation, measurement, fabrication, and installation of conduit and associated fittings, and wiring of complete assembly
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement/cost savings
Analyze job requirements from blueprints and schematics
Note discrepancies and make necessary adjustments to switch rack and drawings
Advise Manufacturing Engineer of corrections
Cross-train as needed to develop additional skills sets to flex as needed with demand
Responsible for maintaining work area and general shop area in a clean and orderly condition
Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisory or management personnel