Electrical Engineering Technician
About The Position
With innovative ropeways, the Doppelmayr teams ensure world records, eye-catching highlights and enthusiasm among customers and passengers. We develop mobility solutions for the future and high-performance material handling systems for use all over the world. This is made possible by our employees, who implement our unique projects and always generate enthusiasm with innovative ideas. Doppelmayr USA, Inc. believes that by increasing the diversity of our teams we can create new perspectives and inspiring results and can make a difference in the communities of our employees, our customers, and the world. We encourage applications from women, minority groups, veterans, and people with disabilities and strive to make inclusion a part of everything we do. Doppelmayr USA, Inc. is seeking a skilled and motivated Electrical Engineering Technician to join our Salt Lake City team. In this role, you’ll provide critical support to our electrical engineering group and contribute to the design, testing, and commissioning of industry leading ropeway transportation systems. We’re looking for someone who is technically capable, eager to learn, and able to work professionally with colleagues, customers, and authorities. The right candidate will have the opportunity to grow into a full project electrical engineering role.
Requirements
- 0–5 years of experience, ideally in control systems engineering or working with PLC hardware, structured text programming, or system troubleshooting
- Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field, with demonstrated competency through education or experience
- Understanding of PLC and relay‑logic control system design principles
- Knowledge of AC/DC power, control circuitry, electrical diagrams, and electrical symbols
- Familiarity with PLC and HMI hardware/software integration
- Understanding of both safety PLC and standard PLC programming practices
- Ability to learn InterCAD, E‑Plan, or similar CAD platforms
- Familiarity with electrical power distribution systems
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to travel up to 25% January–September, with heavier travel potential during peak commissioning season (September–December)
- Ability to safely and productively work at heights in mountainous environments in all seasons
- Ability to operate a company vehicle on mountain roads
- Flexibility to adapt to varied schedules, changing priorities, and occasionally high‑pressure environments
Responsibilities
- Support the electrical engineering team with tasks including:
- Developing electrical control system schematics and parts lists
- Creating electrical parts and product structures in the ERP system
- Performing control system hardware and software testing
- 3D modeling of control cabinet components
- Preparing workshop material lists (schematics, terminal block lists, label files, etc.)
- Managing connection and disconnection of control cabinets to test equipment
- Developing field materials packages
- Providing occasional on‑site support for startup and commissioning activities
- Acting as a liaison between the electrical production manager, electrical engineering, and logistics for control systems and tested electrical materials
- Assisting with electrical project engineering activities of increasing complexity as experience grows
- Performing other duties as assigned
Benefits
- 401(k), including company match
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Health savings account
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
