Electrical Technician

T1 Energy Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

T1 Energy is seeking an Electrical Technician for our Wilmer, Texas facility. You will serve as the technical lead for troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of plant electrical systems and infrastructure, ensuring uptime and safety.

You will train junior technicians, assess equipment conditions, and support small capital projects. A Journeyman license is required, with experience in energy/manufacturing, and the ability to work a 12‑hour shift.

Qualifications

• Journeyman’s license is required.
• Solid understanding of NFPA, NEC, and OSHA standards.
• Ability to read single-line diagrams, blueprints, and specifications.
• Experience in renewable energy, manufacturing, or cleanroom environments.
• Ability to stand for a 12-hour shift.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant electrical systems and infrastructure.
• Provide hands-on training and guidance to junior technicians.
• Assess facility conditions and recommend upgrades and preventative actions.
• Support small capital projects and operations/maintenance work.
• Oversee external vendors and ensure compliance with policies and OSHA standards.
• Read and interpret diagrams, schematics, and manuals to diagnose issues.
• Identify and replace blown fuses; perform AC circuitry troubleshooting.
• Oversee power recovery and maintenance of mechanical, electrical and controls.

Skills

Journeyman license

Electrical diagrams

Reading blueprints

Safety standards

Heavy lifting

Job description

T1 Energy is bringing solar manufacturing back to the U.S. by building a domestic solar supply chain. Our mission is to invigorate America with scalable, reliable, and low-cost energy. Our fully operational 5GW solar module facility in Wilmer, Texas, can manufacture more than 20,000 modules every 24 hours. By the time you finish reading this paragraph, we will have produced two solar panels that will power American homes and fuel domestic AI. We're focused on building advanced American manufacturing and we're passionate about engineering a better future filled with abundant energy.

Electrical Technician

Journeyman’s license required**Serve as the technical lead for troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of plant electrical systems and infrastructure. Provide hands‑on training and guidance to junior technicians and maintenance staff. Assess facility and equipment conditions and make proactive recommendations for upgrades, repairs, and preventative strategies. Support the execution of small capital improvement and O&M projects. Oversee work performed by external vendors, ensuring compliance with T1 Energy policies, OSHA standards, and local/federal codes. Perform electrical wiring, testing, inspections, and maintenance of environmental and life safety systems under regulatory compliance requirements. Read and interpret complex diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals to diagnose and resolve issues efficiently. Troubleshoots simple AC circuitry. Identifies and replaces blown fuses. Systematically perform power recovery of the building. Conducts operation, maintenance, tests, and repairs of mechanical, electrical and controls equipment, systems, and components. Applies knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and mechanical support.

Required Qualifications

• Journeyman’s license required
• Solid understanding of NFPA, NEC, and OSHA standards.
• Ability to analyze and interpret single-line diagrams, technical blueprints, and specifications.
• Experience working in renewable energy, manufacturing, or cleanroom environments.
• Ability to stand for the duration of a 12-hour shift.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

The T1 Way

We move fast, expect accountability, and treat people with respect. We also have a no-jerks policy: we don't tolerate big egos, bad behavior or "that's not my job attitude". Be sharp, be honest, be human. If you can hold the line and have a sense of humor, you'll fit right in.

T1 Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected characteristics.