Electrical-Controls Technician

Baxters North America, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxters North America, Inc. in Cincinnati, OH, seeks an Electrical Control Technician to support the design, development, installation and maintenance of electrical control and automation systems in a manufacturing environment.

You will troubleshoot Allen‑Bradley PLCs, HMIs, drives and sensors, read schematics, and ensure NFPA 70/OSHA safety compliance. Contribute to continuous improvement and safety while maintaining documentation and program logic.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in Electrical, Controls or Automation Technology.
• 3+ years of experience in industrial electrical automation.
• Hands-on with Allen‑Bradley PLC hardware and software.
• Ability to read and understand electrical/controls documentation.
• Proficient with electrical test equipment and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems including power distribution and control panels.
• Troubleshoot 24VDC, 120VAC, and 480VAC systems and components.
• Diagnose motors, starters, relays, sensors, and safety devices.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA 70 (NEC) and OSHA safety standards.
• Perform lockout/tagout procedures and electrical safety checks.
• Troubleshoot and maintain PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, MicroLogix).
• Support startups, commissioning, and testing of new equipment.
• Assist root‑cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain documentation for electrical and control system changes.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Documentation & reporting

Allen‑Bradley PLC hardware

PLC programming (Studio 5000/RSLogix)

HMI systems (FactoryTalk View ME)

VFDs/servos/encoders

Industrial networking (EtherNet/IP,Dev

Education

Associate degree in Electrical/Controls/Automation

Tools

Studio 5000/RSLogix 5000/RSLogix 500

FactoryTalk View ME

EZTouch / Pro-Face HMIs

Job description

Scope of Job

The Electrical Control Technician supports the engineering design and development of electrical control and automation systems and devices. Provides setup, configuration, troubleshooting and repair of electrical control systems and prototypes. Assists with testing of systems, devices, and instruments. Documents testing procedures, and measures and records performance results following established methods. Maintains the inventory of supplies and tools used for testing and maintenance. Responsibility for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial electrical systems and Allen‑Bradley‑based control systems. This role supports manufacturing operations by ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient performance of production equipment, power distribution, and automation systems.

Electrical Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems including power distribution, motor controls, and control panels.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting on 24VDC, 120VAC, and 480VAC systems.
• Diagnose and repair motors, starters, contactors, relays, sensors, and safety devices.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA 70 (NEC), OSHA, and facility safety standards.
• Perform lockout/tagout procedures and electrical safety checks.

Controls & Automation Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain Allen‑Bradley PLC systems (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, MicroLogix)
• Modify and support PLC programs using Studio 5000/RSLogix 5000 or RSLogix 500
• Troubleshoot and maintain HMIs (FactoryTalk View ME, EZTouch, Pro-Face)
• Diagnose and repair VFDs, servos, encoders, and motion control systems.
• Troubleshoot industrial communication networks (EtherNet/IP and DeviceNet)
• Support startup, commissioning, and testing of new equipment and automation upgrades.
• Assist in root‑cause analysis to reduce downtime and improve system reliability.
• Assist engineering and maintenance teams with root‑cause analysis and continuous improvement.
• Maintain documentation for electrical and control system changes.
• Collaborate with production and supporting departments to ensure the food safety and quality of our products.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in Electrical, Controls or Automation Technology.

Experience

3+ years of experience in industrial electrical automation. Hands‑on experience with Allen‑Bradley PLC hardware and software. Strong electrical troubleshooting skills in a manufacturing or industrial environment. Ability to read and understand electrical and controls documentation. Proficient with electrical test equipment and laptop‑based diagnostics.

Preferred Experience

Experience with safety PLCs (GuardLogix) and functional safety standards. Robotics experience (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, or similar). Motion control and servo system experience. Experience in high‑speed manufacturing, food & beverage, or packaging industries. Familiarity with panel building, field wiring, and startup activities.

Competencies

Electronic Equipment Installation, Engineering Support, Performance Analysis, Technical Troubleshooting, Testing Result Reporting, Control Systems, Electro-Mechanical Components/Instruments, Test Documentation, Equipment Repairs, Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) Software, Strong Communication and Problem‑Solving Skills, Detail Oriented, Initiative, Proactive, Adaptability, Integrity, and Operational Excellence.

Physical Requirements

Industrial manufacturing environment. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work at heights.

Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, or call-in.