Industrial Electrician

Industrial Electrician

Date: May 7, 2026

Location: Houston, TX, United States

Company: Nucor

Division: Nucor Warehouse Systems

Location: Houston, TX, United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Basic Job Functions:

• Install and modify electrical machinery, equipment, and circuitry in industrial or commercial plants
• Must know 3-phase electrical; up to 480 volts or more. Able to work with variable drives, read electrical schematics, work on conventional gas ovens.
• Diagnose cause of electrical or machine malfunctions
• Collaborate with electrical engineers to solve developmental problems
• Working with programmable logic/automation controls
• Ensure all electrical components adhere to standards
• Mechanical experience would be preferred; ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on presses, engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Be able to manage electrical controls, circuits, high voltage distribution, panels and knows principles of operating cranes.
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rulers, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Maintains production and quality by ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3 years of experience as an industrial electrical technician in a manufacturing facility.
• 3 years of experience programming PLC's.
• 3 years of experience with VFD.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering, industrial maintenance or comparable degree.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics.
• Must have supervisor and/or manager recommendation and must be able to perform all essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vets – and a drug – free workplace