Electrical Support Specialist: PLCs, HMIs & Wiring Expert

Bauer Compressors, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Bauer Compressors, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Support Specialist in Norfolk, VA to provide technical assistance to the Electrical Assembly Department Lead. You will program HMIs/PLCs, power up units, troubleshoot faults, and update schematics to support production throughput.

The role requires reading electrical schematics, BOM auditing, and safe operation of tooling and cranes. Strong communication and independent work ethic are essential for success on this shift-based schedule.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics or other related field; OR a minimum of three (3) plus years of relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience in reading engineering and electrical schematics.
• Proficiency in MS Outlook and Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must be detail oriented and able to multi-task and prioritize demands.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Possess an understanding of electrical wiring and harnessing.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics for placement of parts.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting standard measuring devices such as tape measures, scales, squares, etc.
• Proficient in safely operating overhead/jib crane.
• Able to identify and safely operate standard hand, power and air tools.

Responsibilities

• Program HMIs and PLCs based on unit specifications.
• Power up units and troubleshoot faults to ensure proper function.
• Use EPlan to create/update schematics for job orders.
• Audit BOM and coordinate parts delivery when needed.
• Use M2M to research job order information.
• Maintain job paperwork including orders and drawings.
• Access assembly and schematic drawings via Vault.
• Analyze drawings for revisions and consult engineering as needed.
• Understand BOMAF and MPL processes.
• Wire motor assemblies and related electrical wiring.
• Measure, drill, cut and wire electrical assemblies.
• Assemble harnesses and switches for orders.
• Maintain UL records.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Schematic reading

MS Office

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Communication skills

Blueprint interpretation

Measuring tools

Education

Associate degree or 3+ years experience

Tools

MS Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Bauer Compressors, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Support Specialist in Norfolk, VA to provide technical assistance to the Electrical Assembly Department Lead. You will program HMIs/PLCs, power up units, troubleshoot faults, and update schematics to support production throughput.

The role requires reading electrical schematics, BOM auditing, and safe operation of tooling and cranes. Strong communication and independent work ethic are essential for success on this shift-based schedule.