Electrical Technician

Job Title: Electrical Technician

Company: AISIN World Corp. of America

Department: Operations, KOKI

Location: Seymour, IN

Position Summary

The Machinery & Tools Group (KOKI) Electrical Technician is responsible for the ground up electrical build of new equipment designed by the Koki Group, as well as the overhaul of existing equipment to be reused for new projects.  This position is also responsible for maintaining the overall build schedule for each job and maintaining assembly accuracy data sheets during assembly process.

Position Responsibilities

The incumbent is expected to perform the following functions that the company has determined are essential to this position:

• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and electrical controls issues in circuits containing transformers, disconnects, over-current protection devices, and general control components (relays, timers, PLC, etc.).
• Execute electrical and control upgrades to equipment.
• Perform entire electrical machine assembly using drawings provided by KOKI Engineers.
• Perform testing of machine components and systems to ensure proper function.
• Maintain assembly accuracy sheets during the assembly process.
• Perform required disassembly of equipment in preparation for shipping to other AISIN facilities or transportation within the plant.
• Lead the final installation, setup and testing of equipment within the production line (either within the plant or another AISIN facility within the US).
• Act as a liaison for engineers and outside contractors during machine installation.
• Accurately maintain all records for each machine assembly.
• Understand and implement safe work practices in compliance with company policies.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

Essential Skills And Experience:

• Experience working with electrical distribution and control systems up to 480 VAC, 3PH.
• Able to effectively distinguish between various wiring colors.
• Experience troubleshooting pneumatic valves, actuators (pneumatic and electric), sensors.
• Ability to understand, load and troubleshoot PLC and GOT programs.
• Ability to read electrical prints to wire control panels with components such as motor starters, PLCs, control relays, terminals, sensors, etc. Label all wiring to print. Test each to ensure proper wiring. Install enclosures onto main systems and wire to all external devices per NFPA 79/70/UL508A and company specific requirements.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings (electrical, part and assembly).
• Time management skills and ability to work under limited time constraints.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Works well in a group environment, with the ability to lead projects in a cross-functional environment.
• Proficient level of skill in using MS Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Beneficial Skills and Experience

• Familiar with NFPA 70E safe electrical work practices (such as Lockout/Tagout, etc.).

Education/Training/Certifications

• Respirator certified or ability to become certified for painting.
• Ability to obtain a forklift license.

Qualifications

Travel Requirements

• Approximately 10 %
• Must be willing and available to travel to such locations and with such frequency as is necessary and desirable to meet business needs. 

Work Environment Requirements

With Reasonable Accommodation:

• Must be able to operate a personal computer, telephone, and other office equipment.
• Must perform job duties onsite, when necessary, except those duties that are customarily or by their nature performed offsite (for example, offsite customer visits).
• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to work on multiple assignments at once, and complete assignments within deadline and budget (if applicable) with satisfactory quality.
• Must be able to operate as an effective team member.
• Must be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able to comply with all safety laws and all company safety policies.

Attendance/Work Hour Requirements

• Must maintain an acceptable attendance record.
• Must be willing and available to work weekends and holidays as necessary and desirable to meet business needs.