Controls Engineering Technician

AirBorn Inc.; Buckman (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a 100% employee-owned manufacturer in the military and aerospace sectors as a Controls Engineering Technician. In this role, you'll assist seasoned engineers with project duties and tackle maintenance challenges. Your expertise in electrical systems, troubleshooting, and component procurement will be vital as you contribute to the creation of high-reliability equipment. Experience a collaborative environment where your skills directly impact the company's success and future innovations. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this position is your opportunity to shine!

Qualifications

• Two-year degree and 5+ years of related experience required.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in procurement of electrical components and BOM maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and debug new equipment and assist in machine installations.

Skills

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Knowledge of circuits and electrical components

Strong computer skills (MS Office, MS Project, MS Excel)

Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics

Knowledge of NEC code and NFPA79 standard

Education

Two-year degree in a related field

Tools

MRP system

Statistical Software

Job description

SUMMARY: AirBorn Inc, a 100% employee-owned manufacturer for military, aerospace and other high-reliability equipment industries. Since 1958, AirBorn believes employees are the company’s most important asset. We, as employee owners, are responsible for the creative ingenuity that contributes to the company’s success. Part of the excitement of working at AirBorn is knowing that each one of us plays a role in shaping the future achievements of the company.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Controls Engineering Technician will be responsible for assisting Controls Engineer(s) with project duties and as a resource for addressing maintenance issues.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes but not limited to:

• Assist in selection and procurement of electrical components including BOM generation and maintenance.
• Item Master generations and maintenance (MRP system).
• Controls system panel builds.
• Redlines and revisions of machine schematics.
• Assist in troubleshooting and debugging new equipment.
• Assist in execution of qualification plans.
• Assist Production with equipment installation including training on controls systems.
• Assist in the generation of machine manuals.
• Where applicable, troubleshoot, repair and maintain existing equipment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Completion of a two-year degree in a related field and a minimum of five years of related experience or training, and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• General knowledge of circuits, electrical components, and electrical systems.
• General knowledge of electro-mechanical devices and pneumatic circuits.
• Basic knowledge of troubleshooting electrical systems.
• Strong computer skills in PC-based applications such as MS Office, MS Project, MS Excel, and Statistical Software.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret electrical schematics.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, employees, and customers.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, and quadratic equations.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Knowledge of NEC code and NFPA79 standard is preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, sit, talk and hear, and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or tools. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move from 10 to 25 pounds. This job requires close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in this position is moderate and travel is limited to less than 10%.