Senior VFD & Industrial Electrical Maintenance Technician

Samsung Electronics; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with matching

Job summary

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a VFD Technician to ensure the continuous operation of variable frequency drives across our 24/7 site. You will work with the Maintenance Team to maintain and troubleshoot VFDs and related electrical systems, document work in iEMS, and respond to emergencies outside regular hours.

The role requires 7+ years in industrial electrical systems and 3+ years with VFDs from brands like Yaskawa and Mitsubishi, plus strong safety practices (LOTO/NFPA 70E).

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience on industrial electrical systems in an operational facility.
• 3+ years maintaining industrial VFDs (Yaskawa and Mitsubishi preferred).
• Strong electrical fundamentals, schematics, and troubleshooting methods.
• Hands-on diagnostic and repair skills for switchgear, VFDs, UPS, motors and relays.
• Know-how of LOTO and safe electrical work practices (NFPA 70E or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Inspect, commission, maintain and troubleshoot industrial VFD and motor control systems.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot and restore electrical equipment and power distribution systems.
• Own reliability for assigned systems/areas and drive corrective actions.
• Support commissioning, energization and system validation activities.
• Maintain work orders, asset data, and documentation in iEMS.
• Work safely following LOTO/EEW procedures and maintain spare parts readiness.

Skills

Industrial electrical systems

VFD maintenance (Yaskawa/Mitsubishi)

Electrical troubleshooting

LOTO / NFPA 70E safety

High school diploma or equivalent

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or apprenticeship preferred

Job description

Samsung Austin Semiconductor is seeking a VFD Technician to ensure the continuous operation of variable frequency drives across our 24/7 site. You will work with the Maintenance Team to maintain and troubleshoot VFDs and related electrical systems, document work in iEMS, and respond to emergencies outside regular hours.

The role requires 7+ years in industrial electrical systems and 3+ years with VFDs from brands like Yaskawa and Mitsubishi, plus strong safety practices (LOTO/NFPA 70E).