Electrician

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The individual will perform electrical wiring of automated systems to include installations, troubleshooting and repairs. May have all or partial responsibility for electrical and/or pneumatic systems on large integration programs.  The major responsibilities include wiring of panels to the automated machinery, including end-devices on motion platforms. This also includes powering / troubleshooting the electrical panels, wiring the process heads, and wiring the fastener feeder systems to the main control panel.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.

• Perform PM’s and repair electrical systems of industrial machinery.
• Follow electrical codes, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications.
• Read and correctly interpret blueprints/schematics and wiring diagrams (electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic blueprints).
• Connect power supply wires to machines and equipment, connect cables and wires between machines and equipment.
• Wire machines, run conduit, build control panels.
• Run pneumatic lines to valves and cylinders.
• Diagnose malfunctioning equipment and repair/replace.
• Ensure the safety of the electrical systems.
• Repair or replace wires, cables or other fixtures/equipment using hand tools.
• Performs troubleshooting; start up and de-bug of machinery.
• Required to travel to customer facilities for machine installations and service.
• Any additional duties as reasonably assigned by management.

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered.  Typical qualifications would be:

• Must possess or the ability to possess Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment.

• This position must meet Export Control Compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22.C.F.R. is required.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• At least 2 years electrical experience.
• Must be able to read blueprints (electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic).
• Maintain current knowledge of new and existing products, applications, and standards. Specifically, NFPA, NEC, UL 508, IEC and CE as they relate to control panel design and build.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Journeyman Electrician Preferred.
• Associates degree in Electrical or related field preferred.

• Ability to organize and maintain effective inventory.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Up to 40% 

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditions described here are representative of those that may be experienced by an employee daily while performing the functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, and airborne particles.
• Typically sits for extended periods at a computer workstation.
• May access and work in the manufacturing plant.
• The employee may be exposed to noise and vibration.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals. 
• May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands.
• May be required to work from elevated platforms and ladders.
• Work with safe manufacturing processes and understanding that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area.
• May be required to obtain certification to operate lift trucks, man lifts, and overhead crane equipment.
• Knows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to frequently walk & stand for short periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 35 pounds, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50lbs.

MENTAL QUALIFICATIONS

The mental qualifications described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Creative problem-solving: identifying challenges from external and internal customers (employees), addressing challenges collaboratively and effectively while demonstrating the ability to think critically under pressure, find creative solutions to complex situations, and deliver a product that meets or exceeds expectations. 
• Resilient and adaptable teamwork: ability to take orders under ambiguity, navigate through uncertainty, embrace new ideas, practice gratitude, appreciation, and compassion, while driving organizational change with flexibility and a growth mindset.
• Ethical integrity and safety: consistently demonstrate honesty, transparency, respect, fairness, and reliability in all their professional interactions by promoting moral and compliant decisions, practices, and procedures while never intentionally missing steps that would jeopardize the company’s culture or another’s wellbeing.
• Excellence and continuous improvement: demonstrate commitment to personal and professional growth by reflecting and redirecting best business practices, staying up to date on industry trends, technology, and advancements, while also being accepting to constructive criticism and accountability.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.

This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder').

ABOUT US

Ascent Aerospace is a world renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace, defense and space industries.  As the largest tooling group, Ascent produces a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest invar molds ever made for aerospace.  As an automation provider and production system integrator, Ascent work with customers to develop their project and see it through from process engineering, to build and installation to ensure it is an efficient and cost-effective solution. 

Ascent Aerospace is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status or a person’s relationship or association with a protected veteran, including spouses and other family members, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please call toll-free +1 586-726-0500. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please call toll-free +1 586-726-0500.