Electrical Controls Technician I

FLANDERS; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

FLANDERS Evansville is seeking an Electrical Controls Technician I to assemble and wire control panels and assist with on-site installation. You will read simple electrical drawings, lay out enclosures, and prepare assemblies for shipment with attention to safety and quality.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of related experience. Familiarity with electrical test equipment and motor control technology is a plus, along with basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, plus two years of related experience.
• Familiarity with electrical test equipment (DMM, Hipots, Meggars).
• Knowledge of AC/DC motor control technology preferred.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to perform basic math operations.
• Ability to read, write, and follow written instructions.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes, hoists, forklifts, and other equipment.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Assemble routine/basic control panels.
• Read and interpret simple electrical layout drawings and diagrams.
• Lay out enclosures, back panels, and components per drawings.
• Assemble and mount components to enclosure and back panels after approval.
• Print wire labels and engrave panel tags.
• Assist with installing and wiring controls per detailed electrical instructions/drawings/schematics.
• Perform continuity and simple function tests of control panels.
• Prepare finished assemblies for shipment including wrapping, packaging, and strapping to skids.
• Assist with tests and repairs of drives, contactors, circuit breakers, encoders and tach generators.

Skills

Electrical basics

Electrical symbols

Motor control

PC skills

Math skills

Reading/writing

Initiative

Heavy equipment ops

Bench tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

DMM

Hipot tester

Megger

Job description

FLANDERS is a world leader in renewing machines for heavy industry, specializing in the largest and most intricate applications. Our expertise encompasses distributing, servicing, repairing, designing, and manufacturing electric rotating machines. Additionally, we take pride in offering cutting-edge AI-powered condition-based monitoring, customized controls, seamless systems integration, and advanced automation solutions.

Our Evansville Team has an opening for an Electrical Controls Technician I! This position will assemble control panels, assist with wiring panels, and assist with on-site installation of panels. May assist with the repair of electrical components.

What You Will Do

• Assemble routine/basic control panels.
• Read and interpret simple electrical layout drawings and diagrams.
• Lay out enclosures, back panels, and components per drawings. Work with Engineer, Designer, Foreman and/or other technicians to ensure proper placement.
• Assemble and mount components to enclosure and back panels after approval.
• Print wire labels and engrave panel tags.
• Assist with installing and wiring controls per detailed electrical instructions/drawings/schematics.
• Perform continuity and simple function test of control panels to verify wiring. Work with Engineer Designer, Foreman, and/or other technicians to correct issues that arise.
• Prepare finished assemblies for shipment including wrapping, packaging, and strapping to skids.
• Assist with tests and repairs of drives, contactors, circuit breakers, encoders and tach generators. Record results.
• Observe all safety procedures and use proper safety equipment including eye, ear, and hand protection.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and safe work environment at all times.
• Operate and maintain equipment in a safe manner at all times.
• Promote strong company image and maintain positive working relationships at all times including professional behavior with customers (infrequent) and department co-workers (daily basis).
• Provide outstanding customer service at all times.
• Perform work according to established company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as requested.

What You Need

Education & Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent and two years of related experience

Other

• Basic understanding of electrical characteristics of materials and their applications.
• Basic understanding of electrical symbols, and electrical components including their uses and applications.
• Familiarity of electrical test equipment including DMM's, Hipots, Meggar's, etc.
• Knowledge of AC/DC motor control technology highly preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge including Microsoft Office software.
• Ability to perform basic math functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend basic to moderately complex written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to understand, perform, and retain various job related training, operational, and safety procedures.
• Ability to exercise initiative, judgment, and decision making related to standard/routine duties within set company standards.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes, hoists, fork lift trucks, and other equipment.
• Ability to operate hydraulic shear, chop saw, band saw, drill press, etc.