3rd Shift Electrician

MAHLE GmbH; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

MAHLE seeks a Production Electrical Technician for its Dayton, OH facility. You will inspect, troubleshoot, test, and repair electrical systems, read blueprints, and address hazards while ensuring code compliance.

The role emphasizes PLCs, motors, scanners and cameras with a strong safety focus. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma and at least 3 years' experience solving electrical issues, interpreting schematics, and collaborating in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years experience troubleshooting and repair of electrical systems.
• Ability to read & interpret blueprints/design schematics.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience troubleshooting and repair of PLCs, scanners, cameras, motors, etc.
• Ability to work in a strong safety‑focused environment.
• Familiar with Allen Bradley MicroLogix, ControlLogix and SLC controllers & systems;
• Familiar with Siemens controllers & systems;
• Ability to read & interpret PLC logic.

Responsibilities

• Inspect electrical systems (equipment, wiring, fixtures, components, etc.) identifying/addressing hazards/issues and ensuring functionality and Electrical code compliance
• Troubleshoot electrical systems to identify and address root cause of malfunctions
• Test and validate proper operation of equipment after repairs
• Read & interpret blueprints/design schematics to comprehend the system design intent and to provide correct service and repairs
• Provide suggestions on the lifespan of equipment and other electrical components, advising when certain components should be replaced due to potential risks.
• Diagnose varying PLC/robotic/system faults
• Comply with company procedures, rules, and regulations
• All other duties as assigned by Supervision

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Communication skills

Safety focus

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Allen-Bradley MicroLogix/ControlLogix/SLC

Siemens controllers

PLC logic reading

Job description

Together, we move the world—we’ve been doing it for over 100 years. At MAHLE, as a leading international development partner and systems supplier to the automotive industry, we pursue the objective of making mobility more efficient, more environmentally friendly, more convenient, and more economical. As part of our dual strategy, we are working both on the intelligent combustion engine for the use of hydrogen and other nonfossil fuels and on technologies for fuel cells and e-mobility.
MAHLE generated sales of €11.3 billion in 2025. Employing just under 65,000 people at 127 production locations and 11 technology centres, the company is represented in 28 countries. (as at: 12/31/2025). Join our MAHLE team! #weshapefuturemobility

• Inspect electrical systems (equipment, wiring, fixtures, components, etc.) identifying/addressing hazards/issues and ensuring functionality and Electrical code compliance
• Troubleshoot electrical systems to identify and address root cause of malfunctions
• Test and validate proper operation of equipment after repairs
• Read & interpret blueprints/design schematics to comprehend the system design intent and to provide correct service and repairs
• Provide suggestions on the lifespan of equipment and other electrical components, advising when certain components should be replaced due to potential risks.
• Diagnose varying PLC/robotic/system faults
• Comply with company procedures, rules, and regulations
• All other duties as assigned by Supervision

Job Skill & Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years experience with troubleshooting and repair of electrical systems
• Ability to read & interpret blueprints/design schematics
• Strong verbal and oral communication skills
• Experience troubleshooting and repair of PLCs, scanners, cameras, motors, etc.
• Ability to work in a strong safety‑focused environment
• Proven problem‑solving & critical thinking skills
• Familiar with Allen Bradley MicroLogix, ControlLogix and SLC controllers & systems;
• Familiar with Siemens controllers & systems
• Ability to read & interpret PLC logic

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Closing date for applications

Facts about the job

Entry level: Production workers / General labour

Part- / Full-time: Full Time

Functional area: Production

Department: BU2 Thermal and Fluid Systems

Location: Dayton, OH, US, 45404

Company: MTFS Dayton (US)

Your future at MAHLE

As a team player and someone who thinks ahead, you can deploy all your skills with us. In cooperation with colleagues from different countries and areas, you contribute in designing the mobility of the future. When selecting MAHLE, you choose trend‑setting technologies and strategies. Are you interested in working with us and developing efficient and environmentally‑friendly solutions, optimising existing products, and turning innovative ideas into reality? Then MAHLE is the right address for you.