Industrial Assembly Technician ll

Novate Solutions•Merced, CA

2d•$24 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Novate Solutions, Inc., a process control engineering firm serving industrial clients, is seeking an Industrial Assembly Technician II for its Merced location. The role is physically demanding and suited to a hands-on problem solver who can work in a fast-paced environment. The technician will collaborate with engineers, other technicians, and the electrical installation team across a variety of projects. Growth opportunities include advancement into production management or the field installation and support team. The position involves assembling, wiring, and testing industrial control equipment and panels in accordance with engineering documents, applicable standards, and safety requirements. It also includes documenting design corrections, maintaining project records, communicating with internal teams, and occasionally assisting with onsite commissioning and customer support. Travel to other company offices or client sites may be required.

Requirements

Ability to read plans and blueprints and understand drawings and schematics.
Attention to detail to produce a professional finished product.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to fulfill duties with minimal supervision.
Ability to accurately complete daily timesheets and field as-built drawings.
Ability to communicate and work productively with other employees.
Mechanical and electrical aptitude.
Professional communication skills for interacting with the internal team.
Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve accurately under pressure.
Ability to learn and use web-based project management and diagnostic software.
Ability to manage online paperwork for drawings, timesheets, and service call documentation.
Strong work ethic and a can-do perspective.
Valid California driver's license.
Ability to pass a DOD security-level background check.
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident.
Ability to lift 75 pounds and frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, and crouch.
Ability to travel when needed, including occasional travel to other Novate office locations or client sites.

Nice To Haves

Industrial manufacturing plant technician experience.
AutoCAD experience.
PLC programming experience with AB/Rockwell.
HMI programming experience.
Fabrication experience.
Basic machining experience.

Responsibilities

Collect kitted materials from inventory according to the Bill of Materials (BOM).
Use hand and power tools to cut steel, aluminum, and plastic enclosures and materials according to engineering drawings.
Install industrial electrical and automation components according to engineering drawings.
Print wire labels according to engineering documents.
Wire industrial control equipment according to engineering drawings and professionally organize wiring in wireway and loom.
Test power equipment under engineering supervision.
Communicate with engineers to document design changes and redline drawings for errors or required corrections using Bluebeam.
Log time and activities in business applications, including work orders, the production schedule, and traveler documents.
Communicate with engineering, field, and business management teams through Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Teams.
Assemble control panels, including mounting, labeling, and wiring custom systems.
Install and repair wiring, electrical fixtures, power equipment, and machinery components in accordance with UL508, electrical codes, manuals, specifications, schematics, and blueprints.
Diagnose and address problems in electrical circuits, systems, and equipment using testing instruments and equipment.
Test circuit continuity to verify component compatibility and safety using testing instruments.
Follow Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
Perform occasional onsite commissioning, including I/O checkout and calibration.
Provide occasional onsite and remote customer support.
Perform other duties as assigned.