Electrical Automation Technician

Creative Solutions Services, LLC; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Good benefits

Half-day Fridays

Job summary

Creative Solutions Services, LLC in Norwalk, CT is seeking an Electrical Automation Technician to join the assembly team. This role focuses on assembling, wiring, and testing electrical control systems for custom packaging equipment.

The ideal candidate reads schematics, routes wiring neatly, and builds panels to NEC standards. You will collaborate with Engineering, Controls Engineers, and Mechanical Assembly to complete builds, troubleshoot issues, and support continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Post-high-school training in electrical technology.
• Minimum 3 years of industrial electrical experience.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience wiring industrial machinery or control panels.
• Proficiency with hand/power tools and electrical test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, mount, and wire electrical components on custom industrial packaging equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, BOMs, and layouts.
• Route wires neatly through wireways and trays, maintain professional workmanship.
• Troubleshoot wiring discrepancies and assist with electrical debugging during builds.

Education

Post High School education in electrical field

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Ferrules & connectors

Crimping terminals

Cable management

NEC standards understanding

Job description

Our client is located in Norwalk, CT. They engineer, manufacture and distribute machinery for applying Heat Shrinkable Tamper‑Evident Seals and Sleeve Labels worldwide to customers such as Food and Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Proctor & Gamble, Unilever, and Nestle to name a few. They also fabricate both Hot/Air & Steam Shrink Tunnels. They offer competitive pay good benefits and a good schedule with half days on Fridays!

Department: Assembly

Reports To: Assembly Manger

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail‑oriented Electrical Automation Technician to join our machine assembly team. This position is responsible for the assembly, wiring, and testing of electrical control systems used on custom packaging machinery. The ideal candidate will have experience assembling industrial control panels, routing and terminating wiring, and interpreting electrical schematics.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assemble, mount, and wire electrical components on custom industrial packaging equipment.
• Install and terminate low‑voltage electrical devices including:
  • Sensors
  • Solenoids
  • Pushbuttons
  • Indicator lights
  • Safety devices
  • Motor starters
  • Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
  • PLC I/O devices
• Assemble and wire industrial control panels.
• Read and accurately interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and Bills of Material (BOMs).
• Route wires neatly through wireways, conduit, cable trays, and machine frames while maintaining professional workmanship.
• Measure, cut, and install EMT and flexible conduit.
• Crimp, terminate, and label electrical connectors using proper tooling and NEC standards.
• Verify wiring accuracy and perform continuity checks prior to machine startup.
• Troubleshoot wiring discrepancies and assist with electrical debugging during machine build and testing.
• Maintain clean and organized wiring practices that meet company standards.
• Work closely with Engineering, Controls Engineers, and Mechanical Assembly teams to complete machine builds.
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality and assembly efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Post High School education in an electrical technical field.
• Minimum 3 years of industrial electrical experience.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience wiring industrial machinery or electrical control panels.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and electrical test equipment.
• Proficiency in:
  • Crimping electrical terminals
  • Ferrules and connectors
  • Cable management
  • Wire identification
• Ability to work from engineering drawings with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience wiring servo systems and Ethernet/IP industrial networks.
• Understanding of NFPA 79 and UL 508A electrical panel standards.
• Experience working with 24VDC up to 480VAC.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to diagnose wiring issues efficiently.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Good communication skills and willingness to collaborate across departments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and work around machinery for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to perform detailed wiring and assembly work.

Pay Rate

$31-$33Hourly

Schedule

Monday - Thursday 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM (8.5 hour days)

Friday 6:00 AM 12:00 PM (6 hour day)

Overtime offered when needed!

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