Industrial Electrician Engineer

SWJ Technology specializes in providing engineering planning and project management services across various industries. We are currently seeking a Building Electrician for a client in the automotive industry. This is contractor role based in Blythewood SC and requires onsite presence. If youre eager to grow your career and make a meaningful impact on exciting projects we look forward to your application

PURPOSE:
Experienced Building Electrician with expertise in the installation maintenance troubleshooting repair and inspection of electrical systems in commercial industrial and institutional facilities. Skilled in preventive and corrective maintenance activities to ensure safe reliable and efficient operation of building electrical infrastructure.
Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on electrical systems equipment and infrastructure.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on electrical equipment and systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults to minimize downtime.
• Install modify and upgrade electrical equipment as required.
• Respond to emergency maintenance calls and equipment failures.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and inspection reports.
• Support facility improvement and energy-efficiency projects.
• Coordinate with contractors vendors and facility management teams.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Technical education or apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering Electrical Installation or a related field.
• Licensed Electrician or equivalent certification preferred.
• 3 years of experience in building electrical maintenance facilities management or industrial maintenance environments.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems power distribution and building infrastructure.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings schematics and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of applicable electrical codes standards and safety regulations.
• Experience working independently and within multidisciplinary maintenance teams.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Strong knowledge of medium and high-voltage electrical systems power distribution equipment switchgear transformers motor control centers (MCCs) lighting systems generators and UPS systems.
• Experience with building electrical infrastructure including HVAC controls fire alarm systems building automation systems (BAS/BMS) security and access control systems and energy management systems.
• Proficiency in preventive maintenance troubleshooting fault diagnosis corrective repairs equipment testing commissioning and root cause analysis.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings schematics blueprints and technical documentation.
• Experience maintaining accurate maintenance records and technical reports.
• Knowledge of applicable electrical codes standards regulations and industry best practices.
• Experience with electrical safety procedures risk assessments and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) practices.
• Familiarity with OSHA requirements and safe work practices in operational facilities.
• Strong commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within multidisciplinary maintenance teams.
• Strong communication collaboration and time-management skills.
• Reliable safety-focused work ethics with flexibility to support emergency and after-hours maintenance activities when required.

PREFERED SKILLS

• Commercial office buildings.
• Manufacturing facilities.
• Data centers.
• Hospitals and healthcare facilities.
• Warehouses and distribution centers.
• Educational institutions and public facilities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work is normally performed in an office laboratory manufacturing floor or machine shop setting where physical work includes but is not limited to sitting standing reaching kneeling bending and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to understand and comply with all relevant safety practices.

FLSA STATUS/WORKING SCHEDULE :

• Location: Blythewood SC
• Schedule: 40 hr/ Week
• Overtime: as required
• Duration: 6-12 months with the option to extend
• Assignment Start: ASAP

DISCLAIMER:
This job description is a high-level overview of general expectations of this position. It is not intended to list every responsibility of the position nor does it represent an employment contract of any kind.

SWJ TECHNOLOGY and all of its subsidiaries (i.e. SWJ MACHINING and ProjectOne US) are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Required Experience:

Senior IC