Electrical Development Technician - 1st Shift

Woodward L'Orange•Rockford, IL

3d•$26 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Estimated hourly base pay: $26.44 (minimum) - $34.62 (midpoint) - $42.31 (maximum) All Levels are eligible for the benefits below: All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity. 401(k) match (4.5%) Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%) Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays. Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave. Paid parental leave. Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits. Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life Member referral bonus Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave Woodward is hiring for a 1st shift Electrical Technician to join our Production Equipment department at our Rock Cut Campus. We’re looking for individuals with a strong background in electrical systems to help us deliver high-quality solutions. As part of our team, you’ll play a key role in supporting production operations and driving process improvements. Don’t wait—take the next step in your career and apply today to become part of our dynamic team!

Requirements

Schematics & Drawings: Reads and interprets electrical schematics and diagrams independently. Can make minor modifications with guidance from senior staff.
Assembly of Electrical Systems & Components: Ability to follow detailed assembly instructions, procedures, and protocols. Demonstrates knowledge of IEC, CE, and UL standards and applies them with moderate supervision.
Testing: Ability to create and execute structured test plans.
Electrical Circuit Principles, Testing & Data Review: Demonstrates an intermediate understanding of electrical circuit principles, and conducts data collection and reporting.
Application & Field Use Knowledge: Has a working knowledge of deployed electrical systems and component functions. Provides input on field applications.
Devices and Tools Used: Independently selects and uses standard mechanical and electrical measurement devices. Constructs simple fixtures or tools to assist with testing and assembly.
Team Leadership: Occasionally leads small tasks or groups under supervision. Provides guidance to entry-level technicians.
Communication: Produces clear and concise test reports. Communicates findings to peers and supervisors effectively.
Process Improvement: Suggests improvements to existing processes or tools and assists in implementing changes.
Process Improvement: Suggests improvements to existing processes or tools and assists in implementing changes.

Nice To Haves

Experience in aerospace industry
Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics
Ability to use electrical tools, experience with soldering techniques (J Standard Cert)
Experience with bench testing, electrical troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

Electrical/Electronic Assembly: Independently assembles and modifies electrical components and systems. Performs basic troubleshooting with occasional guidance
Problem Solving & Troubleshooting: Investigates moderately complex issues with electrical components and systems. Begins to derive solutions with guidance from senior technicians or engineers
Testing and Analysis: Executes routine electrical tests independently and records results. Provides preliminary analysis and feedback to engineering staff.
Process Improvement: Identifies potential areas for improvement and suggests changes to tools, techniques, or processes. Assists in updating process documentation.
Team Leadership: Provides informal training to entry-level technicians and promotes adherence to safety protocols

Benefits

All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
Paid parental leave.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave