Electronics Mechanic; Electrical Equipment Assembler; Electronic Equipment Assembler; Pneumatic and Hydraulic Automation Assembler

A professional who assembles, repairs and starts up the electrical, electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic systems of capital equipment and industrial machinery, based on technical assembly plans and instructions, using the required utensils and tools, maintaining the capital equipment and industrial machinery in good working condition and available during the guarantee period and fulfilling work-related risk prevention and environmental protection regulations.

They work in the assembly and installation of industrial machinery and equipment. They may also work in Technical Assistance Services (TAS) in capital equipment and machine-tool manufacturing companies. They work in small- and medium-size companies in the machine and electrical, electronic and industrial automation systems manufacturing sectors. Generally speaking, in medium- and large-size companies, they report to a senior technician and they may also be in charge of a group of operators.

• Assemble electrical installations and electronic equipment in capital equipment and industrial machinery, complying with work-related risk prevention and environmental protection regulations.
  Interpret technical documentation and identify the different components to be used.
  Carry out assembly by placing each component or piece of equipment in the correct position and using the required elements for junctions in duct work.
  Use the correct connection elements and tools for the conductor type and section (wires and cables).
  Mark the components and wiring with the specified signposting on the diagram (numbering, labels, standard and other colours).
• Repair electrical and electronic systems in capital equipment and industrial machinery, replacing faulty components by following the established procedures.
  Diagnose the status of the different units and elements, checking their functional parts (mechanical, electromagnetic and electronic).
  Use the measuring equipment in accordance with the established procedure.
  Check and review the different electrical controls for each parameter, identifying the fault and determining the elements that need replacing or repairing.
  Carry out repairs applying the established personal and environmental safety regulations.
• Assemble pneumatic and hydraulic circuit installations in capital equipment and industrial machinery to position the components using plans, diagrams, regulations and technical specifications.
  Identify the pneumo-hydraulic components and classify them according to the established assembly sequence.
  Place each component or piece of equipment in the stipulated position within the tolerances established in each case, using the procedure and specified tool.
  Take into account the Technical Instructions (TI) of the Pressure Machine Regulations.
• Repair electrical and electronic systems in capital equipment and industrial machinery, replacing faulty components:
  Diagnose the scope of the faults observed (such as sequence errors, seizures, loss of power).
  Review the quality and status of the system's energy flows (compressed air and oleo-hydraulic fluid).
  Repair and replace faulty elements using a disassembly and assembly process, selecting equipment and tools, auxiliary means and spare parts.
• Create a layout of the circuits and elements of the pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and electronic systems for their reconstruction and repair using the specific details of the equipment and machinery assets and their technical documentation.
  

Regulated training and graduates

• professional Training Course(s) in the field of Electrical and Electronics - Intermediate Level: Electrical and automatic installations
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Electricitat i electrònica: Muntatge i manteniment d'instal·lacions elèctriques de baixa tensió (Nivell 2)
• Professional Training Course(s) in the field of Electricity and Electronics - Advanced Level: Electronic maintenance
• Professional Training Course(s) in the field of Electricity and Electronics - Advanced Level: Electrotechnical and Automated Systems
• Certificat de Professionalitat de la Família Electricitat i electrònica: Manteniment d'equips electrònics (Nivell 3)

Complementary training

Occupational vocational training in assembly and start-up of capital equipment and machinery.
Occupational vocational training in maintenance electronics.
Occupational vocational training in the maintenance of industrial automated production systems.

Other specific skills

Experience of two years in the electronic equipment sector in installation, maintenance and/or repair task is recommended.
In-depth knowledge of Low Voltage Electrotechnical Regulations.

Initiative: Level 1

Orientation within reach: Level 1

Planning and organisation: Level 1

Concern for order and quality: Level 2

Analytical thought: Level 1

Conceptual thought: Level 2

Mechanical handling

People related to the field of mechanical handling are interested in the assembly, maintenance, repair and use of machines, tools and installations. Some good examples of professional activities in the field of mechanical handling are adjusting and configuring machines, reviewing technical equipment to detect incidents in their operation, handling machinery in production processes and driving specialised vehicles.

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• Work hours

  Full day. In some cases, the work will require travelling to the site of the repair.

• Salary

  Salaries vary according to professional category and experience, between € 17.607 and € 25.379 a year. Median: 21.140 euros annum gross.
  
  Source: Report "Observatory of Jobs and Salaries of the Labour Market. Barcelona Activa", elaborated by ICSA Grupo. April 2015.

• Other features

  In some cases, the work will require travelling to the site of the repair.

• Professional category

  Specialist staff

Salaries vary according to professional category and experience, between € 17,000 and € 24,000 a year.