Electrical Engineering Technician – Great Culture with EXCELLENT Benefits!

Electrical Engineering Technician Great Culture with EXCELLENT Benefits!
Location: York PA
Salary: $70000-$80000
Excellent Benefits: Medical (low deductible) Dental & Vision 401k w/ Employer Contribution (No Cap & Immediate Vesting!) Holidays Generous PTO
Job Type: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Travel: 5-10%
Core Hours: M-F 8 AM 4:45 PM
Sponsorship is not available

Electrical Engineering Technician Controls/Automation Description

Our client is seeking an Electrical Engineering Technician to join their team in York PA. Though small in size (25 employees) theyve been in business for over 100 years and partner with some of the worlds largest companies to deliver custom machinery solutions. This is a low-volume precision-focused manufacturing environment with a strong emphasis on work/life balance typically maintaining an eighthour workday. This role supports the design build and test of electrical systems for custom industrial machinery with a focus on wiring control panels interpreting schematics and troubleshooting systems throughout assembly testing and startup. This is a newly created position as the company continues to invest in bringing key electrical and controls capabilities in-house offering the opportunity to have a direct impact on how systems are built and supported moving forward. Youll collaborate closely with engineering assembly and service teams to ensure systems are built accurately and function as intended. Its a great fit for someone who enjoys hands-on work is naturally curious about how things operate and is interested in building their experience in controls and automation over time. This role may also appeal to those in field service looking to reduce travel. With an average tenure of 10 years along with excellent benefits and generous PTO this company truly prioritizes its people.

Electrical Engineering Technician Controls/Automation Responsibilities

Build wire and rework industrial control panels and machine assemblies
Interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams; verify continuity and accurate connections
Perform functional testing (I/O checks sensors motors VFDs safety circuits)
Troubleshoot electrical and controls issues during assembly testing and startup
Determine root cause and implement solutions
Support PLC/HMI integration through I/O verification device setup and basic diagnostics
Install and terminate field devices and route wiring per standards
Maintain accurate documentation including redlines schematics and parts lists
Support commissioning activities and provide technical guidance to internal teams as needed

Electrical Engineering Technician Controls/Automation Qualifications

3 years of hands-on experience building wiring and troubleshooting industrial control panels from schematics
Strong ability to diagnose electrical issues at the system level
Working knowledge of industrial components (e.g. sensors relays contactors etc.)
Basic familiarity with PLCs and HMIs for troubleshooting and diagnostics