Engineering Technician

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

•  Collaborate with engineers and scientists to build, modify, and test prototypes and new manufacturing processes.
• Assist in the construction of electrical panels for in-house projects in accordance with NFPA and Hydro standards.
• Act as a technical escalation point for the maintenance team to assist with complex mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Work fluently from verbal instructions, prints, sketches, and schematics while ensuring all work meets national and local codes.
• Identify and recommend process enhancements to maximize facility efficiencies and 5S standards.

• Perform other related duties as assigned to maintain work flow or respond to emergency conditions.
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition in accordance with 5 S standards.
• Requires the ability to perform all duties within limitation of the standard methods and procedures, and in accordance with strict adherence to HSE, quality and productivity requirements.

EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or work equivalent  
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and pneumatic systems.
• Working knowledge of AC/DC motors, VFDs.
• Knowledge of PC's, Windows operating systems.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple daily assignments with minimal supervision.

• Ability to use trade equipment and use all varieties of measuring instruments.
• Excellent problem-solving skills to plan and perform complex installation, repair, modification of production equipment.
• Manual dexterity to use a wide variety of hand and power tools and equipment, such as a Knock-out, drill press and band saws.

• Ability to be certified on all maintenance equipment JLG Lifts, scissor lifts, forklifts, etc. to provide project support running electrical conduit and wire.

• Familiarity with health and safety regulations
• Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of electrical standards.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate’s degree in a technical field (Mechatronics, Electronics, or Electromechanical Engineering).
• Certified Industrial Electrical License (442A/309A).
• Electrical CAD design experience.
• Forklift and overhead crane certifications.