Engineering Technician

Burke-E.-Porter-Machinery; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualifications

• Proficiency reading and interpreting electrical schematics and BOMs.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD; AutoCAD Electrical and EPLAN desirable.
• Experience with ERP systems (BAAN a plus).
• Knowledge of electrical standards (NFPA 79, IEC, UL508A).
• Understanding of control systems and industrial automation components.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate BOM entries for accuracy and ERP compatibility.
• Ensure device tags and cable identifiers are consistent across schematics and BOMs.
• Perform cross-reference checks in electrical schematics to ensure signal continuity and accuracy.
• Identify and flag missing or inconsistent components in prints or BOMs.
• Collaborate with EE/CEs to standardize documentation practices.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to documentation and design quality.

Job description

Burke Porter, An Ascential Technologies Company
Grand Rapids, MI 49505, USA

Description

Accountabilities

• Review and validate BOM entries for accuracy and ERP compatibility.
• Ensure device tags and cable identifiers are consistent across schematics and BOMs.
• Perform cross-reference checks in electrical schematics to ensure signal continuity and accuracy.
• Identify and flag missing or inconsistent components in prints or BOMs.
• Collaborate with Electrical and Controls Engineers (EE/CEs) to implement standardization in documentation practices.

Support continuous improvement initiatives related to documentation and design quality.

Required competencies / experience / qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in technical documentation
• 2-year technical degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with AutoCAD Electrical and EPLAN is a plus
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and bills of material
• Familiarity with ERP systems (BAAN a plus)
• Experience with electrical standards and codes (e.g., NFPA 79, IEC standards, UL508A)
• Familiarity with control systems and industrial automation components (e.g., PLCs, HMIs, sensors, drives)
• Familiarity with wiring practices and panel layout design
• Experience with schematic checking tools or automated validation software a plus
• Understanding of machine assembly and electrical panel construction in a custom equipment environment
• Experience working in a cross-functional engineering environment
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Experience with version control systems or document management tools (e.g., Vault, Copia, SharePoint)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; advanced Excel skills (e.g., VBA) are a plus
• Effective communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Familiarity with digital twin or simulation tools is a plus
• Experience supporting design reviews or quality audits
• Willingness to travel domestically (0–10%) as needed

Other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals

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