Engineering Technician
About The Position
The Kendall Group is comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fitting products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career. Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you'll work alongside incredible people who care about your success. Reporting to the Production Manager, the Engineering Technician will be responsible for the installation, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing of protective relaying equipment, instruments and electrical devices mounted on panels. These panels and equipment will be in a factory, production or pre-commissioned status and may be existing equipment previously installed or in-service in electrical facilities and substations.
Requirements
- 1 year of experience in testing electromechanical relays, instruments and control devices
- Associates degree in electrical/electronic technology or related field, or commensurate experience
- Experience with Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word, Excel, etc.)
- Highly organized and detail oriented
- Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment
- Ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization and customers; proficient oral and written communication skills
- Ability to see/sit/talk and hear
- Ability to lift/move/carry up to 50 lbs
- Ability to be on your feet for 8 hours a day
- Ability to stand, walk, and climb stairs
- Ability to climb stairs and step ladders, bend, stoop, crouch, and kneel
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
Nice To Haves
- Testing and field experience in electric utility and industrial substations
- Familiarity with performing diagnostic tests using various test equipment including voltmeters, ammeters, oscilloscopes, and Omicron
Responsibilities
- Perform acceptance tests on equipment using various test equipment (e.g. computers, multi-meters and relay test sets) and ac/dc power supplies
- Assist with tests on electrical devices in our production facility and at customer sites
- Interpret electrical/electronic and mechanical schematics
- Inspect product to ensure compliance with safety standards, operational efficiency and overall quality
- Create and file testing documentation
- Support the creation of standard testing templates (checklists and procedures) for protective relays, IED’s and electrical devices frequently applied in our projects
- Adhere to RPS Quality Management, safety and work procedures and requirements
- Support the identification and implementation of continual improvement of processes and customer satisfaction
- Support, as required, other aspects of our assembly and design efforts
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Employee ownership model
- Opportunities to learn and grow
- Coaching and mentoring
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
