Industrial Controls Electrician

LAPP Ind - USA; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

Paid Time Off

401(k)

HSA/FSA

Life Insurance

More benefits

Job summary

LAPP Ind - USA in Florham Park, NJ is seeking an Industrial Controls Electrician to diagnose, repair, and optimize electrical systems on production machinery. You will perform PMs, address breakdowns, and support equipment moves, reading schematics and wiring diagrams to ensure safety and reliability.

Applicants should have 3–5 years of industrial experience, a Journeyman license, and strong knowledge of 480V three-phase power, motor controls, and PLCs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in electrical technology preferred.
• 3–5 years in industrial electrical maintenance.
• Strong command of 480V three-phase power, motor controls, and PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Journeyman electrician license is required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair motors, drives, PLC I/O, sensors, and control circuits on production machinery.
• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance on plant electrical systems and equipment.
• Respond to breakdowns and emergencies to minimize downtime.
• Replace electrical components (relays, switches, motors, circuit breakers) as needed.
• Install and commission new machines and electrical equipment to spec and code.
• Assist with equipment moves and facility layout changes.
• Upgrade and retrofit systems for greater safety, reliability, and efficiency.
• Run conduit and pull wire for 120V/220V/480V circuits; work with 480V distribution and 11kV–480V transformers.
• Interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Document maintenance, repairs, and modifications.
• Partner with maintenance, engineering, and production to resolve issues.
• Offer reliability insights and recommend improvements.
• Adhere to safety protocols, including lockout/tagout, and company policies; comply with NEC and local codes.
• Keep work area organized and participate in safety and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Comfortably work at heights of 20–30 ft using a scissor lift when required.

Skills

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

480V three-phase power

Electrical schematics

Motor controls

VFDs and servo systems

Troubleshooting

Safety protocols (OSHA/NEC)

Education

Journeyman electrician license

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in electrical technology (preferred)

Tools

Multimeters

Megohmmeters

Clamp meters

Job description

Join LAPP as an Industrial Controls ElectricianLAPP is a family-owned innovator in cable and connection technology, founded in 1959 and headquartered in Stuttgart. With 5,800 colleagues across 80+ countries, we blend entrepreneurial spirit with long-standing values. At our Florham Park, NJ site, you’ll find a hands-on culture that prizes initiative, flexibility, and personal responsibility in a family-friendly environment where ideas are welcomed.What a day looks likeYou start your morning walking the production floor, reviewing overnight maintenance logs and checking preventive tasks. A line goes down—your diagnostics quickly isolate a sensor input issue in a PLC-controlled station. You restore operation, document the fix, and collaborate with production and engineering to prevent recurrence. Later, you pull new conduit for a 480V three-phase drop, swap a failing VFD, and support a machinery relocation. Safety is second nature—LOTO every time—and you end the day closing PMs and suggesting reliability improvements.What you’ll take onTroubleshoot and repair motors, drives, PLC I/O, sensors, and control circuits on production machinery.Execute scheduled preventive maintenance on plant electrical systems and equipment.Respond to breakdowns and emergencies to minimize downtime.Replace electrical components (relays, switches, motors, circuit breakers) as needed.Install and commission new machines and electrical equipment to spec and code.Assist with equipment moves and facility layout changes.Upgrade and retrofit systems for greater safety, reliability, and efficiency.Run conduit and pull wire for 120V/220V/480V circuits; work with 480V distribution and 11kV–480V transformers.Interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.Accurately document maintenance, repairs, and modifications.Partner with maintenance, engineering, and production to resolve issues.Offer reliability insights and recommend improvements.Adhere to safety protocols, including lockout/tagout, and company policies; comply with NEC and local codes.Keep your work area organized and participate in safety and continuous improvement initiatives.Comfortably work at heights of 20–30 ft using a scissor lift when required.What you bringHigh school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in electrical technology (preferred).3–5 years in industrial electrical maintenance.Strong command of 480V three-phase power, motor controls, and PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens).Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.Hands-on with test equipment: multimeters, megohmmeters, clamp meters, etc.Solid understanding of NEC and OSHA requirements.Journeyman electrician license.Experience with VFDs and servo systems; familiarity with industrial networks and automation systems.Welding or mechanical aptitude a plus.Proficiency with 120/208/240/480 voltage systems.CompetenciesFoundational electro-mechanical skills.Clear communicator with strong interpersonal skills, work ethic, and a positive mindset.Safety-first: consistently follows OSHA and company safety policies.Plans, prioritizes, and uses time effectively.Quality-focused; self-monitors for accuracy.Respectful collaborator who upholds organizational values.Accountable and ownership-driven.Meets productivity targets and seeks continuous improvement.Reads mechanical/electrical prints; uses power tools and multimeter/amps meter.Basic machining (drilling/tapping).Communication, reasoning, and toolsLanguage: Read/interpret electrical and mechanical drawings; speak effectively to groups (customers/employees). Fluency in written and spoken English required.Math: Add, subtract, multiply, divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.Reasoning: Solve practical problems with limited standardization; interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.Computer: Working knowledge of Lotus Notes and Microsoft Office.Travel: None required.Supervisory responsibilities: None.Machines & technologies you’ll useVariable Frequency Drives (VFDs)Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) — Allen-Bradley, SiemensServo motorsCompensation & benefitsBase salary: $90,000–$95,000 plus participation in LAPP's bonus plan.Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k), HSA/FSA, Life Insurance, and more.After thorough market analysis, LAPP considers experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other factors when determining base salary.Legal and policy notices*LAPP is an Equal Opportunity Employer*WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee must be able to tolerate conditions associated with no air conditioning or heat.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.