Electrical Equipment Assembler Assemblers

Understand the principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.

Electricity is created when electric current flows along a conductor. It entails the movement of free electrons between atoms. The more free electrons are present in a material, the better …

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Tthe qualities and applications of electrical discharge, including voltage and electrodes.

The national and international regulations with regards to the use and manufacture of electrical equipment on the workfloor. These regulations provide rules and guidelines on topics such as general risk …

The visual schematic representation of an electrical circuit, its components, and the connections between these components.

Align and lay out components in order to put them together correctly according to blueprints and technical plans.

Apply and work with a variety of techniques in the process of soldering, such as soft soldering, silver soldering, induction soldering, resistance soldering, pipe soldering, mechanical and aluminium soldering.

Assemble switches, electrical controls, circuit boards and other electrical components by using hand and soldering equipment.

Operate measurement instruments to measure parts of manufactured objects. Take into consideration specifications of manufacturers to perform the measuring.

Ensure that the assembled products are conform to the specifications given.

Fasten components together according to blueprints and technical plans in order to create subassemblies or finished products.

Use various techniques to ensure the product quality is respecting the quality standards and specifications. Oversee defects, packaging and sendbacks of products to different production departments.

Read and comprehend blueprints and electrical diagrams; understand technical instructions and engineering manuals for assembling electrical equipment; understand electricity theory and electronic components.

Ensure operative processes are finished at a previously agreed-upon time.

Use soldering equipment, such as a soldering gun, a soldering torch or a gas-powered iron, to melt and join together pieces of metal or steel.

Read and interpret drawings listing all the parts and subassemblies of a certain product. The drawing identifies the different components and materials and provides instructions on how to assemble a …

Remove defective materials from the production line.

Maintain required company records and forms in order to report any defective materials or questionable conditions of manufacturing machinery and equipment.

Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.

Wear relevant and necessary protective gear, such as protective goggles or other eye protection, hard hats, safety gloves.

Subdiscipline of energy and electrical engineering which specialises in the generation, transmission, distribution, and usage of electrical power through the connection of electrical devices to motors, generators, and transformers, such …

Devices that are able to open and close electrical circuits, such as disconnecting switches, interrupter switches, and circuit breakers.

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The principles and operations of devices that can convert mechanical energy into electrical energy, such as dynamos and alternators, rotors, stators, armatures, and fields.

Understand electrical engineering, a field of engineering that deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism.

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Electrical apparatus that are able to convert mechanical energy to electrical energy (generators), electrical energy to mechanical energy (motors), and change the voltage level of an AC or alternating current …

The compliance with safety measures which need to be taken during the installation, operation, and maintenance of constructions and equipment which function in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electrical …

Electrical wire and cable products and accessories, such as electrical connectors, splices, and wire insulation.

Electromechanical systems that utilise electric motors to control the movement and processes of electrical machinery.

The engineering processes that combine electrical and mechanical engineering in the application of electromechanics in devices that need electricity to create mechanical movement or devices that create electricity by mechanical …

The assembly processes and manufacturing steps taken to fabricate insulated electrical wire and cable, made from steel, copper, or aluminium.

Know and understand the regulations and legal agreements governing the performance of waste removal activities.

Assemblies of wires or cables that are bound together by cable ties, tape, or lacing, and are able to transfer signals or electricity. Through binding the wires together, the wires …

Motors which are able to convert electrical energy into mechanical energy.

Regulate and monitor the manufacturing equipment settings and process parameters, such as its temperature and power level. Review the manufacturing process and equipment and suggest improvements.

Adjust voltage in electrical equipment.

Explain technical details to non-technical customers, stakeholders, or any other interested parties in a clear and concise manner.

Clean components before fixing them to other compounds or units of components during the assembly process.

Dispose of dangerous materials such as chemical or radioactive substances according to environmental and to health and safety regulations.

Check electrical supplies for damage, moisture, loss or other problems.

Install equipment which is dependent on electric currents or electromagnetic fields in order to work, or equipment to generate, transfer or measure such currents and fields. This equipment includes switchboards, …

Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.

Test electrical equipment for malfunctions. Take safety measures, company guidelines, and legislation concerning electrical equipment into account. Clean, repair and replace parts and connections as required.

Measure voltage, current, resistance or other electrical characteristics by using electrical measuring equipment such as multimeters, voltmeters, and ammeters.

Ensure that the processes of packing, storage and shipment of finished products meet the requirements.

Perform tests putting a system, machine, tool or other equipment through a series of actions under actual operating conditions in order to assess its reliability and suitability to realise its …

Prepare and distribute documentation to ensure all people involved in the production receive relevant and up-to-date information.

Find faults in wires or cables by using specialised equipment and repair these faults depending on type of wiring.

Remove defective parts and replace them with functioning components.

Identify, report and repair equipment damage and malfunctions; communicate with field representatives and manufacturers to obtain repair and replacement components.

Use of a variety of specialised tools, instruments and machines, such as presses, drills and grinders; employ them to carry out repairs in a safety manner.

Prepare and apply coating, such as conformal coating, to electrical equipment and its components to protect the equipment against moisture, high temperature, and dust.

Prepare wires for installation in a switch. Wire the switch. Install it securely in the right location.