Lead Electrical Technician

Samsung Electronics; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and 401(k) matching

Onsite café and workout facilities

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Paid time off plus holidays

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor seeks a Senior Electrical Facilities Technician to oversee reliability, maintenance, and optimization of critical electrical infrastructure in a high‑uptime, safety‑driven industrial setting.

You will lead MV/LV distribution, rotating equipment maintenance, RCA investigations, and predictive maintenance strategies, coordinating with operations and external contractors to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient plant operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with extensive specialized technical certifications (e.g., Journeyman/Master Electrician license).
• 10+ years of proven, hands-on experience in industrial electrical facilities maintenance.
• Demonstrated ability to perform engineering-level analysis (RCA, power quality) and manage complex infrastructure projects.
• Power Distribution: Deep working knowledge of MV switchgear, relays, breakers, power system coordination, emergency power, generators, and transfer switches.
• Rotating Equipment: Hands-on experience with 3-phase motors, generators, and VFDs, MCCs.
• Analytical Skills: Proven track record in reliability engineering and failure investigation.
• Codes: Mastery of NEC and NFPA electrical codes.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical oversight for the full lifecycle of facility electrical infrastructure, including MV/LV distribution, substations, switchgear, transformers, UPS and backup power systems.
• Act as Lead Technical Responder for complex electrical failures, power quality issues, and process interruptions to minimize downtime.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations for equipment failures and implement permanent corrective/preventive actions.
• Develop and execute predictive maintenance strategies (thermography, vibration analysis) to move from reactive to proactive asset management.
• Lead planning, testing, and commissioning of electrical upgrades and new equipment installations.
• Coordinate between operations teams, maintenance crews, and external contractors to ensure on-time completion and adherence to spec.
• Manage vendor relationships and oversee contractor performance during shutdowns or facility expansions.
• Serve as the site SME for electrical safety, ensuring 100% compliance with NFPA 70E, NEC, and OSHA standards.

Skills

Electrical reliability

RCA analysis

Power quality

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Journeyman/Master Electrician license

Tools

MV switchgear

Relays & breakers

VFDs

MCCs

Job description

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor
Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.

Come innovate with us!

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled, self-motivated Senior Electrical Facilities Technician to oversee the reliability, maintenance, and optimization of our critical electrical infrastructure.

This is a high-impact, hands-on role. Whether you are a formally trained engineer or a veteran industrial technician, you must possess a unique blend of theoretical knowledge and practical “wrench-turning” experience. You will be the primary technical authority for our power distribution systems and rotating equipment, ensuring maximum uptime and strict safety compliance in a mission-critical industrial environment.

Role and Responsibilities

Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:

1. Infrastructure Management & Engineering Support

• Provide expert technical oversight for the full lifecycle of facility electrical infrastructure, includingMedium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) distribution, substations, switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, and emergency backup power systems.

• Manage the operation and reliability of critical rotating equipment, includingindustrial motors, pumps, compressors, and generators.

• Maintain and update critical technical documentation, includingone-line diagrams, equipment specifications, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

2. Troubleshooting & Reliability Engineering

• Act as the Lead Technical Responder for complex electrical failures, power quality issues, and process interruptions to minimize downtime.

• LeadRoot Cause Analysis (RCA)investigations for equipment failures and implement permanentcorrective/preventive actions.

• Develop and execute predictive maintenance strategies (e.g., thermography, vibration analysis) to move the site from reactive to proactive asset management.

3. Execution & Coordination

• Lead the planning, testing, and commissioning of electrical upgrades and new equipment installations.

• Coordinate between operations teams, maintenance crews, and external contractors to ensure projects are completed on time and to specification.

• Manage vendor relationships and oversee contractor performance during shutdowns or facility expansions.

4. Safety & Compliance

• Serve as the site subject matter expert (SME) for electrical safety, ensuring 100% compliance withNFPA 70E, NEC, and OSHAstandards.

• Oversee and enforceArc Flashrequirements and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols to ensure a zero-incident workplace.

Skills and Qualifications

Here’s What You’ll Need:

• High School Diploma/GED with extensive specialized technical certifications (e.g., Journeyman/Master Electrician license).

• 10+ years of proven, high-level hands‑on experience in industrial electrical facilities maintenance.

• Demonstrated ability to perform engineering‑level analysis (RCA, power quality) and manage complex infrastructure projects.

• Power Distribution: Deep working knowledge of MV switchgear, relays, breakers, power system coordination, emergency power, generators, and transfer switches.

• Rotating Equipment: Hands‑on experience with 3‑phase motors, generators, andVariable Frequency Drives (VFDs), MCCs.

• Analytical Skills: Proven track record in reliability engineering and failure investigation.

• Codes: Mastery of NEC and NFPA electrical codes.

Total Rewards
At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting

• Onsite café(s) and workout facilities

• Paid maternity and paternity leave

• Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays

• Wellness incentives and MORE
  

Eligible full‑time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.

All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.

U.S. Export Control Compliance
This role may require access to information subject to U.S. export control laws. Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization.

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