IMT Electrical Engineer

Industrial Maintenance Technician Electrician

This person will be responsible for providing electrical and mechanical support in response to operational changes resulting from the malfunction, breakdown, relocation, replacement or other modifications of existing and new mechanical systems and/or equipment.

Essential Duties, Functions, and Responsibilities:

• Analyze and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems in facility production equipment, identifying root causes and engineering solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Design and implement improvements to electrical control systems to optimize production efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Develop and oversee preventive programs based on engineering analysis to enhance overall equipment performance.
• Ensure all electrical systems and components comply with relevant safety regulations and electrical codes.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation to guide system diagnostics and upgrades.
• Experienced in industrial automation systems, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and related control technologies. Able to configure, program, and troubleshoot automation equipment. Familiarity with platforms like Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar is preferred.
• Lead technical projects, including the installation and commissioning of new equipment and system upgrades.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production and quality assurance, to maintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and product standards.
• Ensure compliance with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures when bypassing safety guards or servicing equipment, including isolating electrical and pneumatic energy sources to maintain a safe work environment.
• Provide technical training and guidance to maintenance staff and production operators on electrical systems and best practices.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation on electrical systems, modifications, and activities for compliance and continuous improvement efforts.

Butterball, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.