Electrical Controls Technician (2nd Shift) - Plant 3

Howmet Aerospace • Whitehall, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Controls Technician will support the Plant Engineering team by providing technical expertise in controls systems, equipment reliability, and capital improvement initiatives. This role focuses on advanced troubleshooting, PLC/HMI systems support, and equipment optimization. This position partners closely with Plant Engineering, Skilled Trades, and external contractors to support manufacturing operations across the facility.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, or Mechatronics from an accredited institution and a minimum of 3 years of experience in an equipment build/maintenance or manufacturing environment OR a minimum of 10 years of experience in equipment build/maintenance and PLC control systems.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• PLC programming experience
• HMI programming experience
• Experience with Allen Bradley PLC & RSLogix5000
• Knowledge of Electrical distribution systems for voltage below 600V
• Proficient user of AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical
• Good verbal and written communication skills, PC and analytical skills
• Experience with industrial robots, Motoman or other
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E and NFPA 79
• Previous experience with casting technologies including induction melting systems
• Functional understanding of industrial vacuum systems
• Experience with Wonderware or intellution SCADA software integration

Responsibilities

• Support the Plant Engineering team by providing technical expertise in controls systems, equipment reliability, and capital improvement initiatives.
• Focus on advanced troubleshooting.
• Provide PLC/HMI systems support.
• Focus on equipment optimization.
• Partner closely with Plant Engineering, Skilled Trades, and external contractors to support manufacturing operations across the facility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees