Industrial Electrician for Reliability & Upgrades

Evonik; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Evonik is seeking a Maintenance Electrician in Lafayette, Indiana to join a multi-skilled Central Maintenance team. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot electrical systems, and support engineering projects to keep equipment running safely and reliably.

The ideal candidate has a Journeyman Wireman Apprenticeship, at least six years of industrial electrical experience, and strong knowledge of NEC and electrical safety practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Journeyman Wireman Apprenticeship program completed.
• Experience with NEC and industrial electrical safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform work in accordance with quality, safety, environmental, and cGMP policies.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems and equipment to support safe, reliable operations.
• Complete preventive maintenance and respond to unplanned equipment issues based on business needs.
• Review, update, and maintain accurate electrical drawings and documentation.
• Execute the weekly work schedule and adjust priorities for urgent maintenance.
• Support engineering and capital projects from concept through installation and qualification.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to improve reliability and reduce costs.
• Participate in safety initiatives and follow site procedures; wear PPE and report hazards.
• Train new employees and share technical knowledge with peers; maintain required training.
• Maintain records in SAP/PM and keep work areas clean and orderly.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Electrical safety

Communication

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Journeyman Wireman Apprenticeship

Tools

Fiber-optic systems

Motor controls & power distribution

Job description

Evonik is seeking a Maintenance Electrician in Lafayette, Indiana to join a multi-skilled Central Maintenance team. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot electrical systems, and support engineering projects to keep equipment running safely and reliably.

The ideal candidate has a Journeyman Wireman Apprenticeship, at least six years of industrial electrical experience, and strong knowledge of NEC and electrical safety practices.