Electrician - Substation

Honeywell International•South Bend, IN

About The Position

An Electrician (Substation Qualified) is an Electrician that has received additional training and demonstrated competency that enables them to work safely in High Voltage Substations. An Electrician performs a variety of activities required to install, test, repair and maintain electrical and electronic (high or low voltage) circuitry systems and equipment. This position performs maintenance on the building's electrical distribution system as well as facility and production equipment. Examples of equipment include, but not limited to: CNC machines, programmable logic controllers, heat treat furnaces, electrical heating elements, air compressors, water heaters, generators, control equipment, electrical motors, circuit breakers, voltage regulators, transformers, conduit, wiring and other electrical equipment. YOU MUST HAVE Journeyman card or 8 years of equivalent experience performing electrical maintenance Completion of Substation Maintenance Training Program High School graduate or equivalent Basic reading and writing skills Math skills that demonstrate a basic understanding of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry Due to Federal regulations, candidate must be either a US Citizen or a Lawful Permanent Resident Basic computer skills - locate/open files, send/receive emails, process/enter details in service reports Ability to understand and apply National Electrical Codes and additional codes that apply to the facility Ability to work in tight spaces Ability to work at elevation (ladders, lifts, scaffolding) Ability to lift 35 pounds Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, standard operating procedures and use measurement devices Ability to use transportation equipment to deliver and retrieve material, personnel, and toolboxes at job sites Ability to address problems methodically to identify causes and take appropriate actions to correct defects Ability to select and utilize the appropriate tools the performance of job tasks. This position will utilize tools such as, but not limited to: pliers, wire strippers, screwdriver, channel locks, meters, meggers, testing equipment, laptop computer and other similar tools. U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENTS Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S. The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posting updated January 9th, 2026

Requirements

Journeyman card or 8 years of equivalent experience performing electrical maintenance
Completion of Substation Maintenance Training Program
High School graduate or equivalent
Basic reading and writing skills
Math skills that demonstrate a basic understanding of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry
Due to Federal regulations, candidate must be either a US Citizen or a Lawful Permanent Resident
Basic computer skills - locate/open files, send/receive emails, process/enter details in service reports
Ability to understand and apply National Electrical Codes and additional codes that apply to the facility
Ability to work in tight spaces
Ability to work at elevation (ladders, lifts, scaffolding)
Ability to lift 35 pounds
Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, standard operating procedures and use measurement devices
Ability to use transportation equipment to deliver and retrieve material, personnel, and toolboxes at job sites
Ability to address problems methodically to identify causes and take appropriate actions to correct defects
Ability to select and utilize the appropriate tools the performance of job tasks.
Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S.

Responsibilities

Install, repair and maintain electrical distribution conduits, wiring and components (e.g. switches, transformers, circuit breakers, motor starters, etc.)
Troubleshoot, repair and maintain machine control systems (e.g. PLC, relays, timers, etc.)
Perform troubleshooting of complex equipment to determine cause of failure/defect
Install and perform functional checks of simple machine electrical/electro-mechanical components (e.g. limit switches, sensors, floats, toggles, panel lights, interlocks, etc.)
Create holes in walls, floors, roofs, and panels for the installation of electrical components.
Install and repair hangers and brackets used to facilitate electrical installation.
Perform Predictive Maintenance Inspections (Vibration, Infrared Thermography, Ultrasound)
Perform basic equipment servicing (cleaning, lubrication, coolant, filters, etc.)
Clean facility and production equipment (internal/exterior surfaces, contaminants - residues/oil/dirt/chips, etc.)
Perform all work activity in a safe manner while maintaining compliance to Honeywell's Health Safety and Environment Management System (HSEMS).
Perform work with high quality.
Utilize best practices and the appropriate tools, materials and parts for the task at hand.
Perform work in an efficient manner.
Escalate quickly when issues arise that prevent timely completion of work assignments.
Actively seek new assignments when work is completed faster than expected.
Implement processes to sustain a clean and orderly workplace.
Ensure equipment and work areas are cleaned and all tools are properly stored at the completion of each assignment.
Actively participate in defining, documenting and continuously improving maintenance procedures in the pursuit of the safest, most productive, work methods.
Effectively communicate with coworkers and provide assistance to others when appropriate to ensure success of the team.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package.
This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays.
For more information visit: benefits.honeywell.com

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