Electrical Installation Technician (USA Projects)

IT8; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible environment

Travel opportunities

Job summary

IT8 is seeking an Electrical Installation Technician to install, maintain, and repair electrical and mechanical systems on international projects. The role requires reading schematics, wiring diagrams, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety and on-time execution.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with industrial electrical installations, is proficient in EPLAN drawings, and willing to travel extensively across the United States and abroad.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with industrial electrical installation and wiring.
• Ability to read EPLAN drawings and schematics.
• Willingness to travel extensively to project sites.
• Technical degree or training in Electrical Technology or related field.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, maintain, and repair electrical systems at sites.
• Install and connect control panels, sensors, motors, and wiring.
• Diagnose electrical issues and implement corrective actions.
• Inspect and verify installations for safety and compliance.
• Coordinate with project teams to meet schedule.

Skills

Electrical installations

Wiring & troubleshooting

EPLAN readings

Reading schematics

Team collaboration

English communication

Education

Electrical Technology degree

Tools

EPLAN

PLC systems

Job description

IT8 is a global company that offers high quality services to bring engineering projects to life. Our more than 15 years of experience in the automotive and logistics sectors make us the ideal partner to develop and implement strategic technical projects around the world. Our team of experts - based in the USA, Mexico, Spain, Germany and India - provides professional service and tailor-made solutions with high quality standards.

We are a leading engineering company looking for a professional to join our team as a Electrical Installation Technician. In this position, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining and repairing the electrical and mechanical systems of the project, ensuring their safe and efficient operation.

Key responsibilities

• Perform the installation, assembly, maintenance, and repair of industrial electrical systems and equipment at customer and project sites.
• Install and connect electrical components, including control panels, junction boxes, sensors, motors, cable trays, conduits, and field wiring.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical issues and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Inspect, test, and verify electrical installations to ensure proper operation and compliance with project requirements and specifications.
• Read, interpret, and work from electrical schematics, EPLAN drawings, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Perform electrical connections and support the installation and commissioning of automated machinery and production equipment.
• Assist with preventive and corrective maintenance of machinery and electrical equipment during installation and project activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records of installations, repairs, testing, and work performed.
• Coordinate with mechanical installation teams, automation technicians, engineers, supervisors, and other project personnel to ensure work is completed safely and according to schedule.
• Follow all applicable site safety procedures, electrical safety requirements, and company standards while performing installation activities

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience performing electrical installations, preferably within automotive manufacturing, industrial automation, or assembly-line environments.
• Hands-on experience with industrial electrical installation, wiring, troubleshooting, and equipment connections.
• Ability to read and interpret EPLAN drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications.
• Experience working with automated production equipment and industrial machinery is highly preferred.
• Technical degree, certification, or training in Electrical Technology, Industrial Electricity, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within multidisciplinary installation teams.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must have conversational English proficiency to communicate effectively on project sites.
• Must be willing and able to travel extensively to project sites throughout the United States and internationally, as required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

What do we offer?

• A great opportunity to join a dynamic project with a high potential for growth.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Flexibility, teamwork and a great work environment.
• Negotiable retribution according to experience

IT8 is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization.