Electrical Controls Technician II

Job Description

Design, test, improve, and support equipment designed by Mitek for truss manufacturing industry. Debug and update control components such as PLCs, Safety instrumentation and controllers, VFDs and servo drives. Troubleshoot, update and support production and/or customers with the entire machinery control system using schematics, control panel and electrical assembly drawings and be involved in every stage of the system from concept to production. Assist Electrical, Mechanical and Manufacturing engineers, Production, Software, Customer Service and other administrative departments to ensure a successful product.

Job Responsibilities & Requirements

Position

Electrical Controls Technician II

Location

MiTek Canada

Calgary Manufacturing Shop

5019 – 90th Avenue SE 

Calgary, Alberta, T2C 2S9

Who we are

MiTek® is a global provider of building solutions for the residential and commercial construction industries. Utilizing software, services, engineered products, and automated manufacturing equipment, MiTek partners with clients to accelerate their genius and deliver breakthroughs in building.

With a rich 60-year history and a network of 6,500 team members worldwide, MiTek pairs local expertise with global capabilities. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation.

Job Profile Summary

Overview:

This individual will design, test, improve, and support equipment for the truss manufacturing industry.   Debug and update control components such as PLCs, Safety instrumentation and controllers, VFDs and servo drives.  Typically works on equipment that is more complex, contains more components and directly links to company software.  Troubleshoot, update and support production and/or customers with the entire machinery control system using schematics, control panel and electrical assembly drawings and be involved in every stage of the system from concept to production.  Collaborate with Electrical, Mechanical and Manufacturing engineers, Production, Software, Customer Service and other administrative departments to ensure a successful product.

Job Responsibilities:

• Update, evaluate, & support complex automated industrial machinery products with focus in the Component Manufacturing (CM) & off-site construction industry.
• Lead production and customer service team members through troubleshooting & root cause / corrective actions on advanced equipment.
• Create support documentation as it relates to machinery repairs and troubleshooting.
• Integrate / test/ update / debug NFPA79/NEC/UL508A/ CSA compliant electrical control panels, parts & assemblies using industry best practices.
• Integrate / test/ update / debug industrial PLC’s, VFDs, Servo drives.
• Integrate / test/ update / debug Industrial Machinery safety standards compliant Safety instrumentation and controllers.
• Develop / maintain project engineering drawings using Autocad/ Eplan Electrical (i.e: Schematics, enclosures, control panel layouts, electrical assembly etc.)
• Develop/ maintain project documentation (i.e.: system requirements, equipment manuals, test plans, project notes, etc.)
• Ensure compliance with MiTek engineering procedures, guidelines, industry standards, & governmental regulations applicable to industrial machinery.
• Enter new / update existing data in MRP / ERP systems.
• Support Manufacturing, Marketing & Sales, Purchasing, Installation, & Customer Service Organizations throughout a product’s lifecycle.
• Review / Stay current with industry trends & emerging technologies.
• Design and execute complex testing of both mechanical and electrical components. Provide design feedback and opportunities based upon the testing.
• Provide hands on assembly, wiring, startup of prototype machinery.
• Visit customer sites and troubleshoot machinery as needed to support install and automation support teams.
• Create new solutions to issues including specifying new components and creating engineering drawings to accompany.

Qualifications

• 4+ Years of related electrical controls experience
• Knowledge with AutoCAD Electrical or willingness to improve knowledge
• Experience with PLC’s, motor controllers, VFDs, servos, & sensors and willingness improve knowledge
• Associate's Degree (Electrical - Electronics Engineering) preferred.
• Ability to read and understand prints and schematics
• Ability to use small hand-power tools,
• Able to use Microsoft Office Applications

MiTek Perks

• Generous time off including Paid Time Off, annual holidays
• Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision Plans
• Career advancement, training opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, and tuition reimbursement
• Retirement programs including RRSP and Profit Sharing  
• Employer paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• myFlexPay partner – allows you to track, manage and access your pay anytime

MiTek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions. In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang-Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses. Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry to improve efficiencies by optimizing the balance between off-site and on-site. With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation.

We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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