Junior Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Maintenance Engineer isresponsible for the upkeep, repair, and installation of electrical systems and equipment.Their duties include inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical components, ensuring compliance with safety codes, and maintaining detailed records of maintenance and repairs.They also collaborate with other technicians and engineers, and may be involved in installing new electrical systems and equipment.

Here's a more detailed breakdown of their roles and responsibilities:

1. Installation and Maintenance:

- Install new electrical systems and equipment:
- This includes wiring, circuit breakers, outlets, and other components necessary for powering lights, appliances, and machinery.
- Perform routine preventive maintenance:
- Regularly inspect electrical systems and components to identify potential issues and ensure optimal performance.
- Maintain and repair electrical systems and equipment:
- This involves diagnosing and fixing problems with wiring, circuit boards, motors, and other electrical components.
- Replace electrical appliances and fixtures:
- As needed, replace faulty or outdated equipment with new, compliant components.
- Ensure compliance with safety codes and regulations:
- Followlocal, state, and national electrical codesto ensure all work is performed safely and up to standard.
- Read and interpret blueprints and schematics:
- Understand technical diagrams to correctly install and troubleshoot electrical systems.

2. Troubleshooting and Repair:

- Diagnose electrical malfunctions:
- Use diagnostic tools and techniques to identify the cause of electrical problems.
- Troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning equipment:
- Repair or replace faulty components to restore equipment to proper working order.
- Respond to emergency repair requests:
- Address urgent electrical issues promptly and efficiently.
- Use appropriate tools and techniques:
- Utilize specialized tools like multimeters, ammeters, and other testing equipment to diagnose and repair electrical problems.

3. Documentation and Collaboration:

- Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair work:Document all inspections, repairs, and parts used for future reference and reporting.
- Collaborate with other technicians and engineers:Work together on complex projects and share knowledge to ensure efficient and effective solutions.
- Provide training and guidance to junior technicians:Share expertise and help develop the skills of other team members.

4. Safety:

- Ensure job site safety and compliance with safety regulations:Follow all safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Report any safety hazards or defects:Identify and report potential hazards to prevent accidents.

In addition to these core responsibilities, some electrical maintenance technicians may also be involved in:

- Installing and maintaining instrumentation and control systems:Work with devices like flow meters, thermocouples, and PLCs.
- Ordering electrical supplies and equipment:Manage inventory and ensure availability of necessary parts and materials.
- Supervising other technicians or apprentices:Provide guidance and oversight to junior team members.
- Assisting in the design of small projects:Contribute to the development and implementation of electrical solutions.

Spotlight

- Free meal, Career break/sabbatical, Annual leaves, Performance bonus, Relocation benefits, Health & insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, Mental health wellbeing

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