Electrical Technician: PCB & Controller Diagnostics

Sumitomo Electric Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Nissin Ion Equipment USA, Inc. (NIUSA), part of the Sumitomo Electric Group, is seeking an experienced Electrical Technician in the Boston Metro area. This position will be responsible for assembling, repairing, debugging, and diagnosing electrical controllers.

Occasionally assemble and debug PCB boards. Install and wire up power supplies and controllers in a tool. We prefer applicants who have at least two years of professional technician experience and are able to troubleshoot basic equipment

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in electrical engineering technology is required.
• Knowledge of basic electrical components (resistors, capacitors, inductors, diodes, relays, contactors, circuit breakers).
• Experience soldering electrical components and PCB assemblies.
• Experience wiring control panels and making wiring harnesses.
• Knowledge of OrCAD or similar schematic capture or CAD drawing software.
• Ability to read and create technical drawings/diagrams and documentation.
• Knowledge of test equipment like multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators, etc.
• Proficiency with manual and power tools.
• Basic knowledge about the BOM/ECO lifecycle process.
• Able to handle heavy items like heavy power supplies and assemblies.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Fast learner open to learning new systems and components.
• Understanding of analog and digital signals/circuits is a plus.
• Familiarity with Opto22 modules and components is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests and assessments of new systems and repairs to ensure quality.
• Wire, assemble, check, test, and install electrical panels, wire harnesses, and other electrical equipment.
• Solder, assemble, check, test, and install PCB boards.
• Respond quickly to all service requests and efficiently troubleshoot and repair/replace electrical systems.
• Communicate estimated timelines for repairs to those impacted.
• Install new equipment and do wiring to expand infrastructure as needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance on a regular schedule.
• Log all services/work performed and report progress to management.
• Create, modify, and maintain Drawings/BOM/ECOs/Work Instructions, etc. documentation.
• Organize electrical/mechanical parts and maintain the local engineering stock.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Electrical panel wiring

PCB soldering

Technical drawings/diagrams

Equipment testing

Tool operation

Strong communication

Education

Associate degree or higher in electrical engineering technology

Tools

OrCAD

CAD drawings

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Function generators

Job description

Nissin Ion Equipment USA, Inc. (NIUSA), part of the Sumitomo Electric Group, is seeking an experienced Electrical Technician in the Boston Metro area. This position will be responsible for assembling, repairing, debugging, and diagnosing electrical controllers.

Occasionally assemble and debug PCB boards. Install and wire up power supplies and controllers in a tool. We prefer applicants who have at least two years of professional technician experience and are able to troubleshoot basic equipment