Senior Analytical Electrician

Materion•Buffalo, NY

18h

About The Position

Under the direction of and reporting to the Supervisor of Maintenance, the Senior Electrician is responsible for all aspects of installation and repairing of electrical equipment. This includes but is not limited to motors, breakers, drivers, PLC controls, various sensors/switches, and associated programming needs. This role also is responsible for in-depth troubleshooting of equipment which is high in complexity. You will have the opportunity to: Profile equipment needs and develops plans for maintenance, projects, and improvements. Actively contributes to safety adherence and understanding across the organization around electrical safety best practices. Works closely to understand operator/company needs and implements plans for achieving these in a safe manner Be responsible for calibration of electrical machinery, ovens and equipment. This includes leading and working with outside vendors/technicians for this including coordination of activities with production/operations to minimize impact and support business volumes Assume leadership role with other electricians including those at another site – Buffalo/Wheatfield. Functions as foreperson for outages and turn-arounds within established timelines including off-hours and weekend work Assist Supervisor of Maintenance in payout of new installations. Completes all associated documentation and works with vendors to ensure work completion Lead inventory control for electrical components and ensures critical spares are on hand. Has responsibility for balancing of inventory on hand with plant needs Assist Engineering staff and maintenance supervisor in planning and problem-solving plant expansion and improvement. Functions as a lead for project scoping, estimating, and management during these projects Work from blueprints, drawings, layouts or other specifications. Marks up drawings as appropriate, develops new schematics, and assists engineering in developing P&IDs Locate and diagnose trouble in the electrical system or equipment. Applies advanced troubleshooting skills/abilities over a wide mix of equipment, process, and systems; including controls/PLCs Work standard computations relating to load requirements or wiring or electrical equipment. Leads initiatives to balance plant loading including switchgear installation and departmental loading Use a variety of electrician’s hand tools, measuring equipment, and testing instruments. Utilizes testing equipment including multi-meters, load testing, and computers utilized in troubleshooting/programming of controls Develop WOs within CMMS and execute on WO completion. Leads development and training on electrical/instrumentation PM/PdM development and execution covering instrumentation, motors/drives, and power supply Troubleshoot, install, upgrade, and program of PLCs (programmable logical controllers) as well as other automation including SCADA and various other controllers/systems Use computer to perform work order, stock, parts on maintenance program system. This including ordering of routine inventory, working with purchasing on pricing/sourcing, and entering requisitions for project needs; including all inventory management/project kitting Other duties may be assigned

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
A minimum of 5 years on the job experience is required or equivalent education
Solid maintenance metalworking and carpentry skills
Export compliance eligibility for access to U.S. controlled technology (ITAR and EAR)
Must qualify as a U.S. citizen, a U.S. National, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a Person Admitted into the U.S. as an Asylee or Refugee, a National of a country not prohibited from having access to U.S. controlled technology, or a Person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree in Electrical Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Responsibilities

Responsible for all aspects of installation and repairing of electrical equipment, including motors, breakers, drivers, PLC controls, various sensors/switches, and associated programming needs.
Responsible for in-depth troubleshooting of complex electrical equipment.
Profile equipment needs and develops plans for maintenance, projects, and improvements.
Contributes to safety adherence and understanding across the organization around electrical safety best practices.
Works closely to understand operator/company needs and implements plans for achieving these in a safe manner.
Responsible for calibration of electrical machinery, ovens and equipment, including leading and working with outside vendors/technicians.
Assumes leadership role with other electricians, including those at another site.
Functions as foreperson for outages and turn-arounds within established timelines, including off-hours and weekend work.
Assists Supervisor of Maintenance in payout of new installations.
Completes all associated documentation and works with vendors to ensure work completion.
Leads inventory control for electrical components and ensures critical spares are on hand.
Balances inventory on hand with plant needs.
Assists Engineering staff and maintenance supervisor in planning and problem-solving plant expansion and improvement.
Functions as a lead for project scoping, estimating, and management during projects.
Works from blueprints, drawings, layouts or other specifications; marks up drawings, develops new schematics, and assists engineering in developing P&IDs.
Locates and diagnoses trouble in the electrical system or equipment using advanced troubleshooting skills.
Works standard computations relating to load requirements or wiring or electrical equipment.
Leads initiatives to balance plant loading, including switchgear installation and departmental loading.
Uses a variety of electrician’s hand tools, measuring equipment, and testing instruments, including multi-meters, load testing, and computers for troubleshooting/programming of controls.
Develops WOs within CMMS and executes on WO completion.
Leads development and training on electrical/instrumentation PM/PdM development and execution.
Troubleshoots, installs, upgrades, and programs PLCs and other automation including SCADA and various other controllers/systems.
Uses computer to perform work order, stock, and parts management within the maintenance program system, including ordering routine inventory, working with purchasing on pricing/sourcing, and entering requisitions for project needs.
Manages all inventory management/project kitting.
Performs other duties as assigned.