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An Electrical Engineering Technician helps engineers design and develop electrical and electronic equipment. Assists with diagrams and specifications for design, construction of product prototypes, testing and calibration, technical problem solving, equipment repair and maintenance.
$73,696 / year median in the U.S.
+9% projected growth
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Engineering Technician (Electrical Focus) Job Description The Engineering Technician (electrical focus) supports a growing engineering team by applying strong electrical, fabrication, and troubleshooting skills to industrial automation and control panel projects. This role works in a heavy industrial and manufacturing environment, collaborating closely with engineering, operations, and external partners to develop, validate, and optimize electrical designs and customized products. Responsibilities Interface professionally with client and distributor representatives to clarify requirements and support project delivery. Create accurate Bills of Materials for non-engineered solutions, ensuring completeness and cost-effectiveness. Validate engineered solutions to confirm they meet design specifications, safety standards, and project requirements. Collect, organize, and maintain complete design packages and build packages for use by engineering and production teams. Quote and identify alternate electrical components to optimize delivery timelines, design performance, and overall project cost. Act as a liaison between Operations, Engineering, and stakeholders involved in as-built documentation to ensure alignment and accurate records. Schedule and execute design and manufacturing kickoffs and reviews to support smooth project execution. Perform AutoCAD schematic work and design development for industrial control panels and related systems. Apply design, fabrication, and troubleshooting skills daily within the industrial automation space. Work with and interpret schematics and engineering drawings to support manufacturing and assembly activities. Handle and specify electrical components such as VFDs, PLCs, motors, fans, and related equipment in control panel applications. Support UL certification and DGU course completion when training sessions are offered, contributing to compliance and quality standards. Communicate clearly and frequently with internal team members and external partners to coordinate project activities and resolve issues. Use analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve design, fabrication, and system performance issues. Support regional projects through occasional travel, assisting with design, troubleshooting, and implementation at various sites. Essential Skills Minimum of 2+ years of exposure to industrial control panels, either through wiring builds or programming experience. Minimum of 1 year experience working in a technician role within an industrial automation, fabrication, or manufacturing setting involving customized products. 2-3+ years of experience working in a heavy industrial, automation, or manufacturing environment. Ability to apply design, fabrication, and troubleshooting skills daily in industrial automation projects. Familiarity with working from schematics and engineering drawings. Hands-on experience with electrical components such as VFDs, PLCs, motors, and fans. Electrical background with the ability to read electrical drawings and understand basic electrical principles. Experience from a manufacturing environment with product-related electrical or mechanical work on large products or equipment. Experience with control panels or strong exposure to control panel design and/or panel building. Some experience with CAD software or drawing programs. Strong communication skills for frequent interaction with internal and external stakeholders. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills applied to design, fabrication, and system troubleshooting. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills to manage multiple tasks and collaborate effectively. Motivation and drive to contribute to the growth of the local and regional organization. Additional Skills & Qualifications Successful completion of UL certification and DGU courses as required when training sessions are available. Experience with fabrication processes in a manufacturing or industrial setting. Understanding of how products are manufactured and fabricated, including how components come together into a finished product. Exposure to industrial automation controls and related systems. Experience with three-phase electrical systems is a plus. Proficiency in AutoCAD is a plus. Experience using tools such as Bluebeam for drawings and documentation is beneficial. Experience in electrical panel design and/or strong panel-building experience. Ability to work effectively as part of an engineering team and support assigned engineers in daily activities. Work Environment This position is based in a heavy industrial and manufacturing environment and operates on a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with minimal overtime expected. The role primarily supports an engineering team and collaborates closely with an assigned engineer who facilitates daily activities. Work involves regular interaction with industrial control panels, electrical components such as VFDs, PLCs, motors, and fans, and the use of CAD tools including AutoCAD and documentation platforms such as Bluebeam. Regional travel may be required on a sporadic basis to support projects at other locations. The environment emphasizes safety, collaboration, and continuous learning, with access to training such as UL certification and DGU courses to support professional development. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St. Louis, MO. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in St.