Electrical Controls Technician - Journeyman Electrician

Qnity•Newark, DE

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Qnity’s Tralee Park site in Newark, DE is seeking an Electrical Controls Technician to join their team. This role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing automated manufacturing systems and equipment to ensure maximum uptime, efficiency, and performance. The technician will work closely with Lead Automation Engineer, Maintenance, and Production Teams to support continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives. The Tralee Park facility produces high performance Kalrez® seals in a discrete part manufacturing environment. This is a day work position.

Requirements

Associate degree or technical certification in Automation, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in automated manufacturing environments
Strong knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens)
Experience with robotics or Automation systems
Understanding of electrical systems, schematics, and controls
Familiarity with HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, etc.)
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in high-speed manufacturing or processing industries
Exposure to predictive maintenance technologies (vibration analysis, thermography)
Basic programming or scripting skills for automation systems
Knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies
Certification in electrical or automation disciplines

Responsibilities

Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on automated equipment and systems
Troubleshoot and repair issues related to PLCs, HMIs, robotics, servo drives, VFDs, and electrical controls
Diagnose faults using schematics, technical manuals, and diagnostic tools
Maintain and improve automated production systems to increase reliability and efficiency
Support system upgrades, installations, and commissioning of new equipment
Work with engineering teams to implement process improvements and root cause analysis
Calibrate and maintain sensors, actuators, and instrumentation devices
Respond quickly to equipment downtime and perform urgent repairs to minimize production delays
Document maintenance activities, repairs, and system changes accurately
Ensure compliance with safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and company policies
Assist in developing maintenance procedures and best practices
Train operators and junior technicians on equipment operation and basic troubleshooting