Top Drive Electrical Assembler

NOV•Houston, TX

65d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Assembler III is a senior-level technician responsible for assembling complex electrical systems, interpreting advanced schematics, and troubleshooting electrical issues with minimal supervision. This position plays a key role in quality assurance, mentoring junior assemblers, and supporting engineering and continuous improvement efforts. This role involves assembling production tools and equipment per engineering drawings, schematics, and verbal instructions, setting up and testing units or subassemblies to required specifications, and communicating with engineers to resolve production-related problems. The assembler will also troubleshoot and repair production tools as necessary, perform assignments in accordance with written procedures, routers, and drawings, and ensure quality documents are completed in compliance with company procedures. Additionally, the role requires positioning, aligning, or adjusting work pieces or electrical parts to facilitate wiring or assembly.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
4-6 years’ electrical assembly experience required
Advanced proficiency with soldering, crimping, and interpreting wiring schematics
Solid understanding of electrical components, circuits, and safe handling practices
Familiarity with inspection tools, multimeters, and ESD protocols
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams
Prior experience assembling control panels, PLC systems, or industrial wiring applications

Nice To Haves

technical training or certification preferred

Responsibilities

Assemble and wire complex electrical systems, including panels, harnesses, and integrated assemblies.
Interpret and work from detailed electrical schematics, blueprints, wire lists, and layout diagrams.
Perform precision soldering, cable routing, and installation of connectors, terminals, and components.
Conduct thorough functional testing, including continuity, voltage, and resistance checks using multimeters or other testing tools.
Troubleshoot and resolve wiring and component issues at the assembly level.
Participate in first-article builds, pilot runs, or prototype assembly projects in collaboration with engineering.
Train and mentor Electrical Assemblers I and II, promoting best practices and consistent workmanship.
Maintain accurate assembly and quality records; report nonconformances and recommend solutions.
Support process improvements and assist with the development or revision of work instructions and assembly documentation.
Assemble production tools and equipment per engineering drawings, schematics, and verbal instructions.
Set up and test units or subassemblies to required specifications.
Communicate with engineers to resolve problems related to production tools.
Troubleshoot production tools and repair as necessary.
Perform assignments in accordance with written procedures, routers, and drawings.
Ensure quality documents are completed in compliance with company procedures.
Position, align, or adjust work pieces or electrical parts to facilitate wiring or assembly.