Electrical Team Lead

Forgent•Waco, TX

About The Position

The Electrical Team Lead leads daily electrical integration, assembly support, testing, troubleshooting, and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) for power skids, E-Houses, switchgear, transformers, RMUs, control panels, and related electrical equipment. The role supervises Electrical Integrators and Electrical Test Technicians, ensuring work is performed safely and efficiently in accordance with engineering drawings, customer specifications, quality standards, and company procedures. The Team Lead serves as the primary technical resource on the production floor and coordinates activities with the Electrical Test Engineer, Production, Quality, and Project Management.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least five years of industrial electrical assembly, integration, or testing experience.
At least two years of leadership or supervisory experience.
Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, one-line diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
Experience using electrical test instruments and troubleshooting electrical systems.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of electrical safety standards and quality systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher in Electrical Technology or a related field.
Experience with medium-voltage equipment, transformers, switchgear, RMUs, PLC controls, and power distribution systems.
Experience leading Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
Experience with ERP or manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities

Supervise daily electrical integration and testing activities.
Assign work and provide technical direction to Electrical Integrators and Test Technicians.
Coordinate installation, wiring, termination, labeling, and verification of electrical equipment.
Ensure compliance with electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, schematics, and customer specifications.
Lead electrical testing, including continuity, insulation resistance (megger), DLRO/ground continuity, hi-pot, functional testing, relay verification, control system verification, power-up, and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
Review and approve test documentation for completeness and accuracy.
Troubleshoot electrical, control, and wiring issues and coordinate corrective actions.
Train, mentor, and develop team members while supporting employee onboarding.
Promote and enforce safety policies, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), PPE, and electrical safe work practices.
Coordinate activities with the Electrical Test Engineer, Quality, Production, Purchasing, and Project Management.
Maintain testing equipment and ensure calibration requirements are met.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality, productivity, and first-pass yield.
Assist with scheduling, manpower planning, and meeting production deadlines.
Support customer Factory Acceptance Tests and resolve technical questions.