Electrical Assembly Technician: Rail Wiring & Testing

Hyundai Rotem Co.; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyundai Rotem USA is seeking an Electrical Assembly Technician to support passenger rail manufacturing at the Palmdale, CA, facility. You will install interior and exterior components according to specs, while meeting quality standards and project timelines.

Key duties include wiring, harness routing, testing (continuity and insulation), fault resolution, and ensuring safe, orderly work areas. Strong hands-on skills and teamwork are essential for success in this multi-organizational environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with relevant electrical training or certs.
• 2+ years hands-on wiring experience or an Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Route, secure and terminate electrical cables, harnesses, and wiring per drawings and work instructions.
• Perform continuity and insulation tests to ensure electrical safety and compliance.
• Identify and resolve wiring errors or faults (re-work on squawks/snags).
• Maintain neat wire bundling, routing, and labeling; protect components during assembly.
• Support final electrical checks and prepare rail cars for inspections and delivery.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area following LOTO and electrical safety protocols.
• Support other manufacturing and final assembly duties as needed.

Skills

Electrical hand tools

Schematic reading

Wiring harness routing

Bell checks

Insulation testing

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

Multimeters

Testing equipment

Wire strippers

Crimpers

Job description

Hyundai Rotem USA is seeking an Electrical Assembly Technician to support passenger rail manufacturing at the Palmdale, CA, facility. You will install interior and exterior components according to specs, while meeting quality standards and project timelines.

Key duties include wiring, harness routing, testing (continuity and insulation), fault resolution, and ensuring safe, orderly work areas. Strong hands-on skills and teamwork are essential for success in this multi-organizational environment.