Electrical Technician - PHWP

Timken; Iron Station (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Timken is seeking a part-time Electrical Technician through the Professional Experience Program in Iron Station, NC. The role supports developing and implementing manufacturing electrical designs and projects.

You will assist with electrical assembly, wiring, testing, and troubleshooting; collaborate with engineers, follow safety protocols, and maintain documentation. This position offers hands-on experience in an industrial setting with opportunities to contribute to real-world solutions.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college, university, or technical school.
• Minimum GPA of 2.8 or higher.
• Commit to the program schedule and safety requirements.
• Proven experience in technical training or instructional design.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineering projects by performing electrical assembly, wiring, component installation, and setup/testing according to drawings and instructions.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical systems and control issues (PLCs, drives, sensors, relays, wiring); implement corrective repairs or upscale when needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections on control panels, wiring harnesses, and related equipment; document findings and actions.
• Collaborate with engineers to validate fixes, update schematics, and support design changes through hands‑on testing and verification.
• Adhere to safety protocols, including lockout/tagout, and maintain accurate troubleshooting and repair records in the maintenance/project system.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Public speaking

Inclusive mindset

Education

Enrollment in accredited college/university/technical school

Job description

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What Timken makes possible begins with you.
Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join the Timken team to write your own unique story and help drive what's next.

A career at Timken means you can have an immediate impact doing Work That Matters to the world— improving the efficiency of today's industrial equipment and preparing for the future of motion on our planet and beyond. New employees can start contributing right away, and there are many opportunities to advance your career at your own pace. Join our global team of 19,000 people in 45 countries, and start helping our customers push the limits of what's possible in their world of motion.

We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable part-time Electrical Technician to join our Timken - Professional Experience Program. This role is crucial in assisting with the developing, designing, and implementation of manufacturing electrical designs and/or projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist engineering projects by performing electrical assembly, wiring, component installation, and setup/testing according to drawings and instructions.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical systems and control issues (PLCs, drives, sensors, relays, wiring); implement corrective repairs or upscale when needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections on control panels, wiring harnesses, and related equipment; document findings and actions.
• Collaborate with engineers to validate fixes, update schematics, and support design changes through hands‑on testing and verification.
• Adhere to safety protocols, including lockout/tagout, and maintain accurate troubleshooting and repair records in the maintenance/project system.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college, university, or technical school (undergraduate or relevant post-secondary programs)
• Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher.
• Ability to commit to the program schedule and comply with safety and confidentiality requirements.
• Proven experience in technical training, instructional design, or a related field.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging diverse audiences.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025.
We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® 15x by Ethisphere.

Why Choose Timken?

• Over a century of knowledge and innovation
  
• A culture of top performance
  
• Products that contribute to a sustainable world
  
• A conviction to improve communities around us
  
• Competitive salary and benefits
  

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