Electrician/Engineering Technician - EKFox

Position Summary

This position requires initiative, motivation, problem-solving skills and a strong practical background in mechanical, electrical, and construction concepts. Responsibilities include fabrication, assembly, troubleshooting and testing of electrical/mechanical systems and systems of varying complexity. This position requires a high degree of interaction with engineering personnel, and requires the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. The individual must be able to work and solve problems with minimum supervision and assist in multiple concurrent projects.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Project Execution
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings, instructions, wiring diagrams and schematics
  • Use basic measuring/inspection instruments
  • Use a variety of hand/machine tools to fabricate/assemble electrical and mechanical systems
  • Perform material take-offs from engineering drawings for fabrication projects
  • Perform routine preventative maintenance of electrical/mechanical systems
  • Assist senior technician and engineers in implementation of design objectives
  • Periodic travel requirements potentially requiring overnight stays
  • Flexibility to work overtime/weekends as required
  • Other duties as assigned
• Asset Management
  • Maintain assigned stock of inventory and company equipment
  • Maintain and perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on tools and shop equipment
  • Work safely and maintain a clean and safe work area in accordance with company processes and procedures
  • Maintain overall warehouse and shop efficiency and cleanliness, serving as an example to others.
• Prototype and Production and Responsibilities
  • Deliver high quality project performance on budget and schedule
  • Understand and work within project scope and budgets
  • In coordination with the senior technician, identify and mitigate technical risk
  • Assist in real-time incorporation of customer-directed design changes
  • Assist in generation of documentation of as-built configurations and test reports
  • Communicate with senior technician and project staff in an open, timely and effective manner

Preferred Experience

• Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school with three-four years of progressive hands-on experience in HVAC or electrical components and systems
• Journeyman Electrical or HVAC license
• Basic skills in Windows/MS Office required
• Eligibility to attain security clearance required

Job Information:

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $30-40 per hour
• Location: On-site, Chantilly, VA 20151

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• 8-hour shift; flexible hours
• Opportunities for overtime