Electrical Engineering Technician

Job Description

Description:

The Electrical Engineering Technician supports the engineering team by assisting in the design, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation of electrical systems and equipment. This role works closely with engineers, production, and field service teams to ensure electrical components and systems meet performance, safety, and quality standards.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

Assist in failure analysis of AC/DC motors, generators, servo motors, and rotating equipment

Troubleshoot and test Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), servo drives, and motion control systems

Perform and document electrical testing including insulation resistance (megger), surge comparison, hipot, resistance, vibration, and dynamic testing

Support commissioning and functional testing of VFD-driven and servo-driven systems

Interpret motor nameplates, encoder data, winding diagrams, and electrical schematics

Assist with parameter setup and basic configuration of VFDs and servo drives

Support root cause analysis and prepare technical repair and diagnostic reports

Review OEM specifications and technical manuals to ensure repair accuracy

Assist with quality control inspections and final system testing before shipment

Disassemble, inspect, reassemble and test run electric motors

Collaborate with production teams (winders, machinists, mechanics) to resolve technical issues

Ensure compliance with EASA, IEEE, NEC, and company quality standards

Perform additional tasks as required by the company.

Technical Skills

Strong understanding of three-phase power systems

Knowledge of AC/DC motor theory, servo motor operation, and rotating equipment fundamentals

Working knowledge of VFD operation, drive parameter configuration, and troubleshooting

Familiarity with servo systems including encoders, feedback devices, and motion control

Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control diagrams

Experience with motor and drive testing equipment (megger, surge tester, growler, hipot tester)

Understanding of insulation systems and inverter-duty motor requirements

Familiarity with EASA repair standards preferred

DEM offers a competitive salary and benefits package:

Medical

Dental

STD

LTD

Life Insurance

401(k) options

Paid vacation

HolidaysRequirements:

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field required

2+ years of hands-on electrical experience preferred

Experience in industrial or manufacturing environments preferred

High attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Full-time