Service Technician- Automation

Summary:

The Service Technician (I) is responsible for the qualified delivering of installation, trouble shooting, repair, and other services for the standard range of VAHLE electrification and automation products and services for our customers at VAHLE as well as at onsite locations. The Technician supports and help develop relationships with the customer onsite and offsite e.g. by proactively searching for opportunities to provide VAHLE solutions and services that optimize the customer’s operations. Thus, the Technician indirectly contributes to the profitable growth of VAHLE Inc. business. Furthermore, the Technician might be responsible to functionally lead, supervise, or train a team of (third party) Technicians onsite.

Must be able to travel 75-90% of the time- domestic and sometimes internationally. 

Must be technically savvy- electrical knowledge and installation is a plus

Main Responsibilities:

Technical Competencies:

• Electronic, Electrical & Mechanical prowess (knowledge of concepts and theories for electrical applications is fundamental)
• Familiar with AutoCAD , SOLIDWORKS, SOLIDEDGE- is a plus
• Familiar with Allen Bradley, Siemens PLC (Program Logic Control) system, DCS (Distributed Control System), Schematics, SAP and other electrical control systems.
• Interpret complex prints, drawings, and other industry related documents
• Familiar with high/low voltage electrical components, such as sensors, switches, contactors, and other electrical components  Basic computer knowledge e.g. first experience with MS Outlook, Excel, Word

Accountabilities:

• Accountable that assigned installation services are properly installed when handed over to customer and put into service
• Accountable to report any anomalies or defects related to VAHLE products or applications Accountable for completion of accurate and detailed expense reports following VAHLE Inc.’s reporting guidelines

Educational Background:

• Technical Education-ideally technical/electrical focus combined with apprenticeship or higher is preferred 
•  Electrical of other related industry certification is preferred
• Electrical/Automation education and/or experience is a must