Industrial Electrician | PLC, VFD & 480V Maintenance | Chicago, IL

Industrial Electrician

📍 Location: Chicago, IL (Onsite)
🏭 Industry: Manufacturing / Food Production
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time (4 Openings)
⏰ Shift: Must be flexible to work 2nd or 3rd Shift
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Not Available
💰 Compensation: $43.69/hour ($85,000 – $90,668 annually) + Union Benefits

Overview

A leading food manufacturing organization is seeking Industrial Electricians to support operations at a high-volume bakery manufacturing facility in Chicago.

This role is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial electrical systems and production equipment to maximize uptime, reliability, and manufacturing efficiency. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives while working in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Maintenance

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical equipment.

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on manufacturing equipment.

• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults to minimize production downtime.

• Maintain plant electrical infrastructure supporting continuous operations.

Equipment Troubleshooting

• Troubleshoot production equipment, PLCs, VFDs, motors, and electrical systems.

• Read and interpret electrical blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics.

• Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement corrective actions.

• Support equipment reliability and operational efficiency.

Production Support

• Execute Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and Preventive Maintenance (PM) activities.

• Respond quickly to production breakdowns.

• Identify and report equipment losses and improvement opportunities.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.

Safety & Quality

• Follow all electrical safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).

• Adhere to Arc Flash and electrical safety standards.

• Ensure compliance with quality and food manufacturing requirements.

• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Associate Degree or certification in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering preferred.

Experience

✔ 7+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.

✔ Experience maintaining electrical systems within a manufacturing environment.

✔ Experience troubleshooting complex industrial production equipment.

Technical Requirements

Electrical Systems

• 480V Industrial Electrical Systems

• Electrical Troubleshooting

• Industrial Motors & Controls

• Electrical Preventive Maintenance

Automation

• PLC Troubleshooting

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

• Industrial Control Systems

Drawings & Documentation

• Electrical Blueprints

• Wiring Diagrams

• Technical Schematics

Safety

• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

• Arc Flash Safety

• Industrial Safety Procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• PLC programming and logic modification experience.

• Experience working within food manufacturing or bakery operations.

• Knowledge of industrial automation systems.

• Strong understanding of production reliability and preventive maintenance.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced industrial electrician who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys solving complex electrical and automation issues.

They will possess:

• Strong industrial troubleshooting skills.

• Hands-on experience with 480V systems, PLCs, and VFDs.

• Excellent schematic reading and diagnostic abilities.

• Strong commitment to safety and quality.

• Ability to work collaboratively across production and maintenance teams.

• Flexibility to support 2nd or 3rd shift operations.

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Experience

7+ Years Industrial Electrical Maintenance

Electrical Systems

480V Industrial Power

Automation

PLC & VFD Troubleshooting

Drawings

Electrical Schematics & Blueprints

Safety

LOTO & Arc Flash

Industry

Manufacturing / Food Production

Shift

2nd or 3rd Shift

Location

Chicago, IL

Openings

4

Compensation

$43.69/hour ($85K–$90.7K annually)

Relocation

None

Screening Questions

1. Do you have at least seven years of industrial electrical maintenance experience?

2. Do you have hands-on experience working with 480V electrical systems?

3. Have you professionally troubleshot and maintained PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment?

4. Do you have experience working with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)?

5. Are you able to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints?

6. Do you have experience working within a manufacturing or food production environment?

7. Are you familiar with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Arc Flash safety procedures?

8. Have you performed preventive and predictive electrical maintenance on production equipment?

9. Are you willing to work 2nd or 3rd shift on a full-time basis?

10. When would you be available to start?

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?

• Strong troubleshooting skills that minimize production downtime.

• Extensive experience with industrial electrical systems, PLCs, and VFDs.

• Ability to quickly diagnose and resolve complex equipment failures.

• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Strong communication and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Ability to proactively identify equipment issues before they impact production.

• Dependability and flexibility to support critical production operations across multiple shifts.

Lead Electrical Engineer – Aircraft Systems Integration | Aerospace & Defense | Waco, TX

Lead Electrical Engineer – Aircraft Systems Integration

📍 Waco, Texas (100% Onsite)
💰 $150,000 - $170,000 Base Salary
🚚 Relocation Assistance Available
🕒 9/80 Schedule – Every Other Friday Off
✈️ Aerospace, Defense & Aircraft Modification Programs

Design the Systems That Power Mission-Critical Aircraft

An industry-leading aerospace and defense organization is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to support advanced aircraft modification and systems integration programs.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced electrical engineer who enjoys hands-on engineering, solving complex integration challenges, and seeing their designs deployed on real-world aircraft platforms.

You'll play a key role in the design, integration, testing, and verification of aircraft electrical systems, supporting major avionics upgrades, mission system integrations, power distribution systems, and aircraft modernization initiatives.

Whether your experience comes from aerospace, transportation, automotive, military vehicles, rail, heavy equipment, industrial controls, or other complex electrical systems environments, this role offers the chance to apply your expertise to some of the most advanced airborne platforms in operation today.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This isn't a desk-only design role.

You'll be involved throughout the full engineering lifecycle—from requirements and design through integration, troubleshooting, aircraft testing, and operational deployment.

You'll work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams while gaining direct exposure to aircraft systems, advanced avionics technologies, and mission-critical defense programs.

Highlights include:

• Work directly on operational aircraft platforms

• Lead complex electrical integration and modification projects

• Design and validate aircraft power and signal interfaces

• Participate in lab testing and aircraft testing activities

• Influence technical solutions and engineering decisions

• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership

• Outstanding long-term growth opportunities within aerospace and defense

What You'll Be Doing

Aircraft Electrical Systems Design

• Design and develop electrical integration solutions for aircraft modification programs

• Support avionics upgrades and aircraft systems modernization initiatives

• Develop electrical interface designs and power distribution solutions

• Apply electrical requirements and design standards to complex integration efforts

• Generate professional engineering drawings, documentation, and technical reports

Systems Integration & Verification

• Support integration of electrical, avionics, and mission systems

• Evaluate wiring architectures, signal interfaces, and power requirements

• Verify electrical interfaces and system compatibility

• Troubleshoot integration issues and identify root causes

• Support hardware installation and aircraft modification activities

Testing & Validation

• Develop electrical test plans and verification procedures

• Conduct testing in laboratory and aircraft environments

• Analyze test results and resolve technical issues

• Support qualification, acceptance, and operational testing activities

• Ensure systems meet performance and customer requirements

Technical Leadership

• Serve as a technical leader within the Electrical Engineering team

• Support project planning, budget tracking, and schedule management

• Mentor and develop junior engineers

• Coordinate activities across engineering disciplines

• Drive technical excellence and engineering best practices

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

AND

• Minimum 9 years of relevant engineering experience

OR

• Master's Degree with 7+ years of relevant experience

OR

• 13+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree

Required Technical Experience

• Electrical systems integration

• Wiring and signal interface design

• Electrical design for complex systems

• Troubleshooting and verification testing

• Interface control and systems integration activities

• Experience with at least one electrical CAD platform

CAD Tool Experience

Experience with one or more of the following:

• Visual Engineer

• AutoCAD Electrical

• Capital Harness

• Similar electrical design and harness development tools

Highly Preferred Experience

Wire Harness & Interconnect Design

Candidates with experience in:

• Wire harness design

• Electrical routing

• Connector selection

• Signal integrity

• Power distribution systems

• Interface design

will be especially attractive.

Industry-specific aerospace experience is not required. Candidates from other complex engineering environments with strong electrical integration backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Aerospace & Military Standards

Exposure to any of the following is beneficial:

• SAE AS50881

• MIL-STD-704

• MIL-E-7016

• SAE ARP4754

• MIL-STD-461

• MIL-STD-810

• MIL-STD-882

• MIL-HDBK-516

Additional Preferred Experience

• Aircraft systems integration

• Avionics upgrades

• Military aircraft modification programs

• Power distribution systems

• Digital and analog signal interfaces

• System troubleshooting and root cause analysis

• Engineering leadership or task leadership experience

Technical Knowledge Areas

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of:

• Digital and analog signal interfaces

• Voltage drop considerations

• Timing requirements

• Data communications and handshaking protocols

• Electrical power distribution

• System-level integration challenges

• Verification and validation processes

Work Environment

This role combines office, laboratory, and aircraft environments.

Candidates should be comfortable:

• Working directly on aircraft

• Operating in aircraft hangars

• Climbing into and around aircraft

• Supporting installation and test activities

• Working in confined areas when necessary

• Participating in hands-on troubleshooting efforts

Security Requirements

Candidates must:

• Be U.S. Citizens

• Be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Security Clearance

Preferred

• Active DoD Secret Clearance

Travel & Schedule

✈️ Less than 10% travel

🕒 9/80 Schedule

Enjoy every other Friday off while supporting exciting aerospace programs.

Occasional overtime may be required based on program schedules and testing activities.

Compensation & Benefits

💰 Base Salary: $150,000 - $170,000

Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Retirement savings plans

• Paid time off and company holidays

• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates

• Interview travel reimbursement

• Professional development opportunities

• Long-term career advancement within a growing aerospace organization

Why Join?

This is a unique opportunity to work on highly visible aircraft modernization and systems integration programs where your engineering expertise will directly influence the performance, reliability, and capability of mission-critical aircraft.

You'll join a team that values technical excellence, innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning while offering exposure to cutting-edge aerospace technologies and complex engineering challenges.

If you're an experienced Electrical Engineer with strong systems integration and wire harness design experience looking for your next career-defining opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.