DREISILKER ELECTRIC MOTORS INC

Electrical Engineering Technician

Glen Ellyn, IL

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Seniority: Mid level
Country: US
Work mode: On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly: 26 Sept 2026

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Description

The Electrical Engineering Technician supports the engineering team by assisting in the design, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation of electrical systems and equipment. This role works closely with engineers, production, and field service teams to ensure electrical components and systems meet performance, safety, and quality standards.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

Assist in failure analysis of AC/DC motors, generators, servo motors, and rotating equipment
Troubleshoot and test Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), servo drives, and motion control systems
Perform and document electrical testing including insulation resistance (megger), surge comparison, hipot, resistance, vibration, and dynamic testing
Support commissioning and functional testing of VFD-driven and servo-driven systems
Interpret motor nameplates, encoder data, winding diagrams, and electrical schematics
Assist with parameter setup and basic configuration of VFDs and servo drives
Support root cause analysis and prepare technical repair and diagnostic reports
Review OEM specifications and technical manuals to ensure repair accuracy
Assist with quality control inspections and final system testing before shipment
Disassemble, inspect, reassemble and test run electric motors
Collaborate with production teams (winders, machinists, mechanics) to resolve technical issues
Ensure compliance with EASA, IEEE, NEC, and company quality standards
Perform additional tasks as required by the company.

Technical Skills

Strong understanding of three-phase power systems
Knowledge of AC/DC motor theory, servo motor operation, and rotating equipment fundamentals
Working knowledge of VFD operation, drive parameter configuration, and troubleshooting
Familiarity with servo systems including encoders, feedback devices, and motion control
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control diagrams
Experience with motor and drive testing equipment (megger, surge tester, growler, hipot tester)
Understanding of insulation systems and inverter-duty motor requirements
Familiarity with EASA repair standards preferred

DEM offers a competitive salary and benefits package:

Medical
Dental
STD
LTD
Life Insurance
401(k) options
Paid vacation
Holidays

Requirements

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field required
2+ years of hands-on electrical experience preferred
Experience in industrial or manufacturing environments preferred
High attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

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