Industrial Electrician

Helion Group; Lexington (KY); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Helion Group in Lexington, KY is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrical Technician to join a state-of-the-art steel manufacturing facility. You will work with advanced industrial automation, high-voltage electrical systems, PLCs, and large-scale production equipment across continuous operations.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on troubleshooting experience in heavy industrial environments, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex electrical and automation issues.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in heavy industrial electrical maintenance.
• Ability to diagnose and repair 480V to 13.5kV distribution systems.
• Proficient with PLCs, particularly Siemens S7.
• Experience with VFDs, MCCs, transformers, and switchgear.
• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics.

Responsabilités

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair industrial electrical equipment.
• Diagnose issues in high-voltage distribution up to 345kV as qualified.
• Verify PLC logic and I/O, sensors, and networks.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams.
• Follow lockout/tagout and arc flash safety procedures.

Connaissances

Industrial electrical maintenance

PLC troubleshooting

Siemens S7

VFDs and MCCs

Electrical schematics

Outils

Siemens S7 PLCs

High-voltage equipment

Description du poste

We are seeking experienced Industrial Electrical Technicians to join a growing, state-of-the-art steel manufacturing facility. This position offers the opportunity to work with advanced industrial automation, high-voltage electrical systems, PLCs, and large-scale production equipment.The ideal candidate has a strong background in heavy industrial electrical maintenance, hands-on troubleshooting experience, and the ability to independently diagnose and resolve complex electrical and automation issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.ResponsibilitiesTroubleshoot, maintain, and repair industrial electrical equipment and automated manufacturing systems.Diagnose electrical issues involving 480V, 4,160V, 13.5kV, and high-voltage distribution systems up to 345kV, as qualified and authorized.Troubleshoot, monitor, and modify PLC logic, primarily using Siemens S7 systems.Identify and resolve problems involving PLC inputs and outputs, communication networks, sensors, and control circuits.Troubleshoot and maintain variable frequency drives (VFDs), electric motors, motor control centers (MCCs), transformers, and switchgear.Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation to identify equipment failures.Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to improve equipment reliability and minimize production downtime.Work closely with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to troubleshoot equipment breakdowns.Follow established electrical safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), arc flash protection, and proper electrical testing practices.QualificationsPrevious electrical maintenance experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment.Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, and power distribution.Hands-on experience troubleshooting PLC systems, with Siemens S7 experience preferred.Ability to troubleshoot PLC logic beyond basic fault identification.Experience with VFDs, three-phase motors, sensors, and industrial control circuits.Familiarity with medium- and high-voltage electrical equipment is highly desirable.Ability to read electrical schematics and independently diagnose complex equipment issues.Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting ability, and commitment to workplace safety.