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Woodward, Inc. · 1 day ago

Electrical Development Technician - 1st Shift

Loves Park, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$26.44/hr - $42.31/hr

Woodward, Inc. is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members and is hiring for a 1st shift Electrical Technician to join their Production Equipment department. The role involves supporting production operations, driving process improvements, and performing electrical assembly, troubleshooting, and testing.

Consumer Goods

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Electrical/Electronic Assembly: Independently assembles and modifies electrical components and systems. Performs basic troubleshooting with occasional guidance

Problem Solving & Troubleshooting: Investigates moderately complex issues with electrical components and systems. Begins to derive solutions with guidance from senior technicians or engineers

Testing and Analysis: Executes routine electrical tests independently and records results. Provides preliminary analysis and feedback to engineering staff

Process Improvement: Identifies potential areas for improvement and suggests changes to tools, techniques, or processes. Assists in updating process documentation

Team Leadership: Provides informal training to entry-level technicians and promotes adherence to safety protocols

Qualification

Electrical SystemsElectrical SchematicsTestingAnalysisTroubleshootingProcess ImprovementElectrical ToolsSoldering TechniquesData ReviewTeam LeadershipCommunication

Required

Strong background in electrical systems

Independently assembles and modifies electrical components and systems

Performs basic troubleshooting with occasional guidance

Investigates moderately complex issues with electrical components and systems

Begins to derive solutions with guidance from senior technicians or engineers

Executes routine electrical tests independently and records results

Provides preliminary analysis and feedback to engineering staff

Identifies potential areas for improvement and suggests changes to tools, techniques, or processes

Assists in updating process documentation

Provides informal training to entry-level technicians

Promotes adherence to safety protocols

Reads and interprets electrical schematics and diagrams independently

Can make minor modifications with guidance from senior staff

Ability to follow detailed assembly instructions, procedures, and protocols

Demonstrates knowledge of IEC, CE, and UL standards and applies them with moderate supervision

Ability to create and execute structured test plans

Demonstrates an intermediate understanding of electrical circuit principles

Conducts data collection and reporting

Has a working knowledge of deployed electrical systems and component functions

Provides input on field applications

Independently selects and uses standard mechanical and electrical measurement devices

Constructs simple fixtures or tools to assist with testing and assembly

Occasionally leads small tasks or groups under supervision

Produces clear and concise test reports

Communicates findings to peers and supervisors effectively

Suggests improvements to existing processes or tools and assists in implementing changes

Experience in aerospace industry

Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics

Ability to use electrical tools, experience with soldering techniques (J Standard Cert)

Experience with bench testing, electrical troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment

Must be a U.S. Person within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce

Benefits

All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.

Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.

Paid parental leave.

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.

Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life

Member referral bonus

Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

Voluntary benefits, including:

+ Home / Auto Insurance discounts

+ Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Company

Woodward, Inc.

Glassdoor3.6

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets.

Founded in 1870