Electrical Equipment Technician - Production Engineering

Tharp Consulting; Warren (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Tharp Consulting is seeking a qualified Technician to build, install, and support production equipment and new model tooling across North American auto plants. You will troubleshoot and repair tooling, assist in technology transfer, and participate in process and quality improvements.

This role requires working in a manufacturing environment with occasional travel and physical demands. Candidates should have at least 2 years in electrical or related fields and knowledge of PLC and HMI systems;

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in electrical or related fields.
• Experience with maintenance programs, PLC and HMI systems.
• Good communication and planning skills; Office familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Build, install, and support production equipment and tooling.
• Troubleshoot and repair tooling, escalate issues as needed.
• Assist in technology transfer and process improvements.
• Support checks and trials under supervision.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Project planning

Education

Relevant degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a qualified Technician responsible for building, installing, and supporting production equipment and new model tooling across North American auto plants.

Key Duties Include

• Ensuring equipment and software operate correctly following standard procedures.
• Assisting in troubleshooting and repairing tooling, escalating issues as needed.
• Supporting new technology transfer and participating in process and quality improvements.
• Contributing to checks, tests, and trials under supervision.

Qualifications And Skills

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in electrical or related fields, or relevant degree.
• Knowledge of maintenance programs, electrical automation, PLC and HMI systems.
• Strong communication skills and project planning capabilities; proficiency with Microsoft Office is preferred.

Working conditions:

Manufacturing environment involving automated equipment, robotics, and occasional travel. Physical demands include light lifting and working in pits or on mezzanines.

Compensation & growth:

Competitive salary, industry-leading benefits, opportunities for career advancement, training, and additional support programs.