Mechanical Engineering Technician

Mechanical Engineering Technician – Electrical Assembly

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Schedule: Full-time; second shift may be required

Travel: Up to 40% domestic and international travel

Overtime: Required as needed to meet production schedules

Location: [Insert location]

Kelly Engineering is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician – Electrical Assembly to support the electrical assembly, wiring, installation, and testing of large CNC machine tool systems. This position contributes to the complete electrical build process - from initial machine assembly through final testing and completion.

The ideal candidate has experience with electrical assembly, industrial wiring, electrical schematics, and machine systems. This role requires strong attention to detail, a commitment to safety and quality, and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform electrical assembly of machine tool systems from start to finish in accordance with engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and work instructions.
• Install and wire electrical components, including:
• Control panels
• Drives
• Motors
• Sensors
• Feedback devices
• Cable systems
• Route, terminate, label, and secure wires and cables according to established standards.
• Assemble and install printed circuit boards and electronic components as required.
• Perform electrical testing, verification, and troubleshooting using equipment such as:
• Oscilloscopes
• Megohmmeters
• Data loggers
• Diagnostic equipment
• Support feedback device setup and machine electrical calibration activities.
• Use computers and software tools for diagnostics, configuration, testing, and documentation.
• Follow ENOC procedures and all applicable assembly and manufacturing processes.
• Operate material-handling equipment, including forklifts, scissor lifts, and man lifts, in accordance with safety policies and training requirements.
• Work under the guidance of senior electricians, supervisors, or engineers as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Support continuous improvement, quality, and production initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience in electrical assembly, industrial wiring, machine building, or a similar manufacturing role.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems and electrical components.
• Ability to read and interpret:
• Electrical schematics
• Wiring diagrams
• Assembly drawings
• Engineering work instructions
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Familiarity with personal protective equipment requirements and safe work practices.
• Strong teamwork, planning, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing and machine-building environment.
• Ability to distinguish color-coded wiring.
• Ability to work overtime and flexible hours as needed to support production schedules.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 40% as required.
• Flexibility to work second shift when needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the machine tool or CNC industry.
• Experience wiring or assembling large CNC machines.
• Familiarity with machine controls, feedback systems, drives, motors, sensors, and industrial automation.
• Experience using electrical test and diagnostic equipment.
• Experience operating forklifts, scissor lifts, or man lifts.
• Relevant technical training, certification, or education in electrical technology, industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or a related field.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, kneel, bend, climb ladders, and work at heights for extended periods.
• Ability to pull wires and cables through conduits and machine systems.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in and around large machine tools and industrial equipment.
• Ability to safely use required hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment.
• Ability to wear required PPE and follow all safety procedures.

Why Join This Opportunity?

This is an excellent opportunity to work directly with advanced CNC machine tool systems and contribute to the complete electrical build, testing, and verification process. You will collaborate with electricians, engineers, supervisors, and manufacturing teams while developing hands-on experience with sophisticated industrial equipment.

Apply Today

If you have experience in electrical assembly, industrial wiring, or machine building and are interested in working with large CNC machine systems, we encourage you to apply.

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