Electrical Engineering Technician

Toyota Material Handling • Village of Greene, NY

2d • $28 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Engineering Technician supports the development, integration, and testing of electric forklift systems and components. This hands-on role involves building and troubleshooting electrical harnesses, assemblies, and test fixtures; working with electrical schematics, diagnostic equipment, and prototype systems; and collaborating with engineering teams to solve technical challenges and support testing. Priorities may shift, and the work varies from day to day.

The position is in person at the company's Greene, New York site.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Electrical/Electronic Technology or a related field, or at least two years of equivalent hands-on electrical/electronic experience.
• Hands-on electrical harness and panel fabrication skills, including wire preparation, crimping, soldering, and assembly.
• Practical understanding of low-voltage DC electrical systems and troubleshooting techniques.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, harness drawings, assembly prints, connector pinouts, PCB/PCA drawings, and component datasheets.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including fluency in English.
• Effective time management and organizational skills, with the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with electric forklift electrical systems or similar electric vehicle technologies.
• Exposure to C, C++, Python, or similar programming languages, including scripting, embedded systems, or test automation.
• Understanding of communication protocols and interfaces such as CANopen, RS-232, RS-485, and Ethernet.
• Familiarity with electrical and manufacturing standards, including IPC/WHMA-A-620, UL 583, UL 758, UL 62, NFPA 70/NEC, and NFPA 79.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and component layouts for test fixtures and equipment.
• Fabricate, assemble, and repair electrical wiring harnesses, power harnesses, panels, and test fixtures using proper crimping, soldering, wire routing, and assembly techniques.
• Operate electrical test equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, current clamps, thermocouple loggers, strain gauges, and voltage/current data loggers.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems on electric forklifts, test fixtures, and prototype equipment using standard and specialized diagnostic tools.
• Support electrical system integration by installing, calibrating, and testing motor controllers, vehicle wiring harnesses, sensors, and other electrical components.
• Build and support test stands and fixtures used for electrical system integration and testing.
• Document testing, troubleshooting, and integration activities using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and PTC Creo Schematics.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, tools, workbenches, and soldering stations in accordance with 5S practices and applicable safety standards.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance may be available.
• Performance bonus.
• Generous paid time off and 13 paid holidays.
• Affordable medical plans and no-cost dental and vision options.
• 100% 401(k) match up to 6%.
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
• Tuition assistance program.
• Employee Assistance Program with access to mental health care, legal support, and financial guidance.
• Recognition and Kaizen (continuous improvement) reward programs.
• Opportunities for personal and professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree