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Wind Tunnel Electrical – Controls Technician

(Job ID# ASM24WTT525)

Location: Hampton, Virginia

Description

AS&M has an exciting opportunity for a Wind Tunnel Electrical – Controls Technician to join the AS&M Center Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering (CMOE) Team in Hampton, Virginia! The CMOE contract includes a broad scope of research and institutional facility-related maintenance, operations, and engineering support services.

Responsibilities

Must be familiar with high voltage systems, rotating machinery, hydraulic and cooling water systems and a variety of electrical equipment such as, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, relays, conduit systems or other equipment including Programmable Logic Controllers.

Specific Skills and Responsibilities

  • Work from blueprints, drawings, layouts or other specifications

  • Locate and diagnose trouble in the electrical system or equipment

  • Use ladder logic to troubleshoot facility and process problems

  • Modify PLC ladder logic to accommodate changes in testing hardware

  • Work standard computations relating to load requirements of wiring or electrical equipment

  • Use a variety of hand tools, measurement and test equipment

  • Must be able to read/understand technical diagrams and drawings and be knowledgeable about the local codes and regulations, as well as National Electrical Code requirements

  • Knowledge of OSHA Lockout/Tagout program and familiarization

  • Experience with Allen-Bradley Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) and PanelView is desired

  • Journeyman or Masters License is preferred

  • Good communication skills, detail-oriented, able to work with a team, and have good problem-solving skills

Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship required. Two (2) years of college with courses in engineering, mathematics or science, with four (4) years of relevant experience, or any equivalent combination of relevant education/experience for a total of six (6) years.

Work Environment

Office environment (10%). Test/Industrial Environment - May be exposed to areas of high noise levels, hazardous propellants, explosives, chemicals and industrial facilities. (85%) Travel between facilities and test operations may be required and may bring exposure to loud noise and potentially hazardous equipment and chemical operations. (5%)

Physical Requirements

Must have sufficient mobility to enter all wind tunnel and test facilities. The ability to enter confined spaces, crawl into or onto various assemblies while maintaining a clear vision of safety is required (80%). Potential exposure to high noise levels, hazardous chemicals, propellants and the like (60%). Appropriate PPE and training will be provided for all conditions.

Must also be physically capable of bending for long periods of time, climb ladders, work in confined spaces. Must be able to walk, stand, bend, twist and sit for extended periods as well as climb, crawl, and lift up to 35 lbs. (75%)

Equipment and Machines

Electrical/technician work/operations (80%)Controls/HMI/programming (20%)Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, fax, copier, etc.) (20%)

Attendance

Regular attendance mandatory (100%)

Overtime/work outside normal schedule required (<20%)

Other Essential Functions

U.S. Citizenship required. Valid driver’s license required. Must be able to work in a team atmosphere. Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety/risk hazard to the employee or others. The work environment requires the ability to cooperate and work with individuals at all levels of the company and the client. Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance as required.

How to Apply?

Details about our company are available at www.asm-usa.com, and details about job openings at www.asm-usa.com/jobs.

Please e-mail your resume and submit your completed AS&M application and a detailed resume to asmjobs (at) asm-usa.com. Mention the Job ID#.

AS&M application is available at our website: https://www.asm-usa.com/apply.

*** AS&M is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer ***

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