Controls Technician

Company Overview

Founded in 1961, WEG has grown into a global solutions provider of industrial electrical technologies. WEG is the largest industrial electric motor manufacturer in the Americas and one of the largest manufacturers of electric motors in the world producing more than 21 million units annually.

Committed to growth on a global scale, WEG continually invests in state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and processes and the development of new and improved industrial electrical solutions. WEG offers a diverse and integrated product line that includes motors, drives, soft starters, controls, panels, transformers, generators, and custom solutions.

Position Overview

The Controls Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electronic manufacturing equipment. An in-depth knowledge of electronics and electrical equipment is necessary for this job and is responsible for a broad and diverse equipment base, such as PLC’s, Computer controlled, CNC, digital logic, electric and any other electronic microprocessor type controlled equipment. The role is to diagnose and repair electrical and electronic failures and to support the mechanical team with direction and expertise as necessary.

• Analysis and troubleshooting of complex technical problems applying principles and theories of electronics, electrical circuitry, engineering mathematics, electronic and electrical testing, and physics
• Install electronic equipment, machinery, measuring devices and testing equipment
• Inspect, maintain and creates preventing maintenance schedule in existing and new equipment
• Discusses layout and assembly procedures and problems with engineering personnel
• Develops wiring diagrams, layout drawings, and engineering specifications for system or equipment modifications or expansion
• Recommends changes in circuitry, controls and computers or installation specifications to simplify assembly and maintenance
• Adjusts, calibrates, aligns, and modifies circuitry and components and records effects on unit performance.
• Replace existing equipment based on age, operation and functionality.

Qualifications

• Technical Certificate in Industrial Electrical Technology or related discipline required; Associate Degree in Industrial Electrical Technology or similar discipline preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electronic manufacturing equipment strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.
• Strong working knowledge of office tools including; Word, Excel, and PowerPoint essential.
• Proficient in use of Amp, Volt, Ohm, Oscilloscope and other electric/electronic meters.
• Experience in PLC, computer programming, and PC-based diagnostic software.
• Must be eager to learn new technologies and techniques.
• Must be able to frequently sit and/or stand for long periods of time.