Pilot Plant Maintenance Electrician I

• Work hours are 1st shift 6am-2pm, Monday – Friday with occasional overtime support during the week and on weekends.
• The realistic salary for this role is between $62,000-$73,000 depending on experience, skills, etc.
  • Salary is based on a 37.5-hour work week and is salaried exempt.
• This role is eligible for an annual incentive bonus, based on individual performance and company results.

• Benefits that begin on Day 1
• 15 days of vacation (increases after 5 years)
• 2-3 personal days per year, plus company holidays (personal days are based on company holiday calendar)
• Paid sick time
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  *Vacation, personal days, and sick time are prorated based on start date*

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Maintenance & Repair:
  • Troubleshoot, repair, and continuously improve electrical systems for process equipment across our pilot plant and lab spaces.
  • Diagnose and repair advanced motor control circuits, including Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and servo motor controls.
  • Troubleshoot, program, and maintain Allen-Bradley Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
  • Perform basic mechanical troubleshooting and repairs to ensure total equipment health.
• Instrumentation & Calibration:
  • Troubleshoot and calibrate a wide variety of process control instrumentation, including sensors and transmitters for pressure, flow, temperature, humidity, torque, current, and voltage.
• Safety & Compliance:
  • Champion a culture of safety by performing daily risk assessments, conducting equipment safety audits, and actively promoting a safe work environment.
  • Ensure all work complies with OSHA, NFPA 70E, and National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.
• Collaboration & Communication:
  • Partner effectively with operators, managers, engineers, and R&D personnel to support project goals and timelines.
  • Communicate technical issues and solutions clearly to team members at all levels.

Required Qualifications

• A two-year trade school certificate in an accredited electrical program OR a minimum of two years of related industrial electrical experience.
• Proven experience installing and maintaining process electrical components.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety standards, including NFPA 70E and NEC.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to use root cause analysis to solve recurring problems.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a high-activity environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 55 pounds.
• Flexibility to work occasional overtime during the week and on weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• State of Minnesota Journey Worker or Maintenance Electrician License.
• Basic knowledge and hands-on experience with mechanical drive components, fasteners, and lubrication.