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Manufacturing Electrical Technician

LAPP Americas · Florham Park, NJ · 1 mo ago
On-siteManufacturingFull-time

About the role

LAPP is a family-owned company headquartered in Stuttgart and a global leader in cable and connection technology. Founded in 1959, we are still fully family-owned today. With around 5,800 employees, we are operating in over 80 countries - globally connected and regionally rooted. Working at LAPP means more: this is where inventive spirit and a hands-on mentality meet cherished values and tradition. We offer all employees the freedom to develop and pursue new opportunities. Flexibility and personal responsibility are just as important to us as a family-friendly work environment. We value all our colleagues with their talents, ideas and perspectives.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and repair electrical issues on manufacturing equipment, including motors, drives, PLCs, sensors, and control systems
  • Perform preventive maintenance on electrical systems according to scheduled maintenance programs
  • Respond to equipment breakdowns and emergency repairs to minimize production downtime
  • Replace defective components such as relays, switches, motors, and circuit breakers
  • Install new electrical equipment and machinery according to specifications and electrical codes
  • Aid with equipment relocations and facility layout modifications
  • Upgrade existing electrical systems to improve efficiency and safety
  • Run conduit and wire new circuits as needed, 120V/220V/480V Circuits
  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, technical manuals, and wiring diagrams
  • Document all maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment modifications
  • Collaborate with the maintenance team, engineers, and production staff to resolve technical issues
  • Provide input on equipment reliability and suggest improvements
  • Follow all safety protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and company policies
  • Ensure all electrical work complies with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local regulations
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area
  • Participate in safety training and continuous improvement initiatives
  • May have to work at 20/30 ft height with the help of a scissor lift
  • Familiar with 11KV to 480V Transformer, 480V Distribution System

Qualifications and Education Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in electrical technology or related field preferred
  • 3-5 years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance
  • Strong knowledge of electrical systems, including 480v three-phase power, motor controls, and PLCs
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings
  • Proficiency with electrical testing equipment (multimeters, megohmmeters, clamp meters, etc.)
  • Understanding of NEC and OSHA safety requirements
  • Journeyman electrician license
  • Experience with programmable logic controllers (Allen Bradley, Siemens, etc.)
  • Knowledge of variable frequency drives (VFDs) and servo systems
  • Familiarity with industrial networks and automation systems
  • Welding or mechanical skills

Compensation

After thorough market analysis, LAPP takes many factors into consideration when determining base salary such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, etc. of the candidate. The base salary range for this role is $90,000 - $95,000 plus participation in LAPP's bonus plan. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Vision, Dental, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k), HSA/FSA, Life Insurance, and more!

Equal Opportunity Employer

LAPP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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