Electronic Technician I (5:00am to 1:30pm)

G&W Electric Co; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

G&W Electric Co in Bolingbrook, IL seeks an Electronics Technician I working 5:00am–1:30pm to assemble, troubleshoot, and test moderately complex electronic assemblies in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will read drawings and Bills of Materials, use test equipment, and help ensure quality through diligent inspection and documentation. Join a long-standing leader in power grid solutions and contribute to safe, reliable electricity delivery.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Engineering Technology, Electronics, or related field.
• 1–2 years of technician experience.
• Ability to read drawings and Bills of Materials.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with wiring diagrams, schematics.

Responsibilities

• Assemble junction boxes, electronic controls, and other assemblies per drawings.
• Install and test completed electronic assemblies.
• Inspect and approve final electronics checkout.
• Interact with manufacturing to ensure proper installation and test.
• Troubleshoot electronic assemblies for production and aftermarket support.
• Document actions with production and quality forms.
• Train others in moderately complex electronic assembly tasks.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.

Skills

Read drawings

Bills of Materials

Wiring diagrams

Schematics

Gerber files

Bench troubleshooting

Basic computer skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Engineering Technology, Electronics or related discipline

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

Job description

Electronics Technician I (5:00am to 1:30pm)

Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe, reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success, so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive.

Position Summary:

Assemble, troubleshoot, and test moderately complex electronic assemblies.

Essential Functions:

• Assemble junction boxes, electronic controls, and other assemblies per mechanical and electrical drawings


• Install and test completed electronic assemblies


• Act as an inspector for final electronics checkout


• Interact with manufacturing to ensure proper installation and test of completed electronic assemblies


• Troubleshoot electronic assemblies for production and aftermarket support


• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations


• Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results


• Contribute to team effort by training others in performance of moderately complex electronic assembly tasks as needed


• Inspect all work prior to passing it on to the next operation


• Document actions by completing production and quality forms

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to safely use small hand and power tools


• Must be able to read and interpret Drawings and Bills of Material


• Must have basic computer skills


• Must have working knowledge of wiring diagrams, interconnect drawings / ladder logic, schematics and Gerber files


• Able to bench troubleshoot wiring utilizing available diagrams and drawings and discrete circuits containing relays, diodes, transistors, capacitors, resistors and DC battery chargers utilizing schematics and Gerber files


• Knowledgeable in the usage of millimeters and power supplies

Education/Experience:

• Associate’s Degree in Engineering Technology, Electronics or other electronics related discipline, or the equivalent combination of work experience and skill development


• 1-2 years in a technician capacity

Physical Demands: (The work is classified as Medium – Heavy Physical Demand Level (PDL) by the US Dept of Labor’s Dictionary of Occupational Titles) Frequencies: Occasional (1-33%); Frequent (34-66%); Continuous (67-100%)

Why join us? G&W enjoys a long reputation for product quality, innovation and world-class customer service to the power industry. We have established this reputation by believing that our greatest asset is our employees. We owe our success to the initiative and talents of highly skilled individuals within our team-based organization. Our goal is to set the standard for customer satisfaction by ensuring a superior level of service, performance and innovation. As a global organization and industry leader, we are committed to cultivating an engaging work environment that embraces our core values and develops our talent. Our continuous focus on growth and innovation means that you become part of a company that provides challenging opportunities, rewards excellence and combines your individual expertise to achieve a higher level of shared success. As part of our organization, you also help power the world!

G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

*G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.