Electrical Technician 1st/2nd

Tangent Technologies, LLC•Aurora, IL

19d•Onsite

About The Position

This individual will play a critical hands-on role in troubleshooting and maintaining the electrical power and control systems of production equipment. The role involves conducting, maintaining, testing, and repairing electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components. The technician will apply knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles to determine equipment malfunctions and restore equipment to operation, providing skilled electrical/electronic support to all areas of Manufacturing.

Requirements

Knowledge of Electrical Systems and Wiring (including 120/480 Volts)
Ability to Work Safely and Independently while Troubleshooting and Repairing Electrical and Controls Problems on all Equipment in Assigned Department
Demonstrate Understanding of Proper Safety Practices as it relates to Performing Work on Electrical Equipment (LOTO & ARC-FLASH)
Possess Specialized Skill Sets to Include: HMI, PLC, VFD, and Network Interfaces (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, ABB, Control Techniques)
Understanding of Networks including Ethernet, DeviceNet, and/or Profinet
Knowledge of Siemens S7 Family of PLCs and how to Troubleshoot and Make Changes using SIMATIC Manager or TIA Portal
Knowledge of Rockwell Family of PLCs and how to Troubleshoot and Make Changes using RSLogix or SoftLogix Software
Self-Motivated and Works Independently to Solve Problems and Implement Solutions
Maintains Good Interpersonal Skills and Develops Good Working Relationships with Peers and all Levels of Management
Good Verbal and Written Communication Skills
Must Have Own Tools
Minimum 2 Year Technical Degree in Related Field
3+ Years Experience
Familiarity with CAD Systems(s)
Microsoft Office Applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook

Nice To Haves

Plastic Extrusion Experience a Plus

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and maintain the electrical power and control systems of production equipment
Conduct, maintain, test, and repair electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components
Apply knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and restoring equipment to operation
Provide skilled electrical/electronic support to all areas of Manufacturing
Perform Troubleshooting, Preventive, and Ongoing Maintenance for Production Lines including Electrical Repairs
Replace Components such as: Motors and Motor Drives, Pumps, Sensors, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Transmissions
Make Adjustments keeping in mind Quality, Tolerances, and Order of Operations
Work Safely and Independently while Troubleshooting and Repairing Electrical and Controls Problems on all Equipment in Assigned Department
Build and Modify Existing Electrical Controls Systems for Production Equipment including Physical Equipment
Perform Regular Preventive Maintenance on Machines
Troubleshoot and make changes using SIMATIC Manager or TIA Portal for Siemens S7 Family of PLCs
Troubleshoot and make changes using RSLogix or SoftLogix Software for Rockwell Family of PLCs
Maintain a Good Attendance Record
Ensure that the Policies and Procedures of the Company are Followed
Work Scheduled On Weekend On-call Coverage