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Overview

External Job Description

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year Prysmian manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.

We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us. Make Your Mark at Prysmian!

Responsibilities

  • The Plant Electrician is responsible for investigating and resolving electrical maintenance issues, including installation, troubleshooting, and repair of control panels and associated components, motor circuits, building and lighting circuits and control circuits.
  • Perform preventative maintenance on electrical and electronic systems of the production equipment and physical plant.
  • Inspect and calibrate equipment such as pressure transducers, electrical and pneumatic controllers, level indicators and controllers, pressure and temperature transmitters, footage counters and limit switches.
  • Work from schematics, manuals, drawings, sketches, written and verbal instructions.
  • Complete minor repairs on AC and DC motors up to 250 HP.
  • Respond productively and cooperatively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment and address unanticipated problems and crises efficiently and courteously.
  • Make use of troubleshooting techniques to keep all equipment and facilities in a state of good repair.
  • Install and troubleshoot electronic equipment from schematic drawings or blueprints.
  • Design and maintain logic systems for new equipment installation and retrofitting of old equipment.
  • Repair drive and drive support systems, including replacement of discrete components (e.g., ICs and transistors).
  • Maintain good housekeeping and care of tools and equipment in assigned work areas.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma / GED required
  • 3+ years of experience as an electrician in an industrial plant
  • A methodical approach to troubleshoot issues and strong analytical skills
  • Strong electrical knowledge of electrical systems, breakers and power distribution systems, motors, motor control equipment, instrumentation, PLCs and AC/DC drive systems
  • Working knowledge of electrical/mechanical drawings, troubleshooting and repair
  • Experience in programming and working with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
  • AS degree or certification in electricity/electronics or equivalent industrial electrician work experience
  • Must be able to pass background check, physical, and drug test

Work Environment / Physical Demands

  • Will be required to stand, walk, and bend frequently.
  • Occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds as needed

Equal Opportunity and DE&I

Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills and abilities, who will enhance the quality of service and contribute to the Group's success. Prysmian is committed to developing an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, appreciated and free to fully express their potential. Prysmian strongly believes in meritocracy and values diversity, equity and inclusion as part of its Social Ambition 2030.

All managers and HR are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, and for mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Your application data will be treated according to our Data Protection Policy. If you believe you require assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at the provided address.

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