Electrical Technician

Value Add Electrical Technician

Job Description

Summary (Position Description): We are seeking a skilled Value-Add Electrical Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in PLC wiring, reading and interpreting wiring diagrams, and assembling large control systems. This role will support the manufacturing and integration of electrical control panels and automation systems, ensuring quality and functionality according to engineering specifications.

Reports To: VP of Engineering

Status: Full time, Salary Exempt

Duties & Tasks:

• Perform PLC Wiring & Terminations – Wire and connect Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) according to wiring diagrams and specifications.
• Read & Interpret Wiring Diagrams – Analyze and follow electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings to ensure proper wiring and assembly.
• Assemble & Wire Control Panels – Install and connect components such as relays, circuit breakers, power supplies, and sensors in control enclosures.
• Test & Troubleshoot Electrical Systems – Conduct functional tests, identify issues, and resolve wiring or component malfunctions in control systems.
• Work with Large Control Systems – Assemble and integrate electrical wiring for large industrial automation and control systems.
• Collaborate with Engineers & Production Teams – Work closely with engineers and technicians to resolve design and wiring challenges.
• Maintain Tools & Work Area – Ensure tools are in working order and maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Follow Safety Procedures – Adhere to workplace safety policies and wear required PPE to prevent electrical hazards.
• Ensure Compliance with Electrical Standards – Follow NEC, UL 508A, and company-specific electrical codes for safe and accurate installations.

Who We Are:

Bitzer Us Inc. is a leading manufacturer of key components used in commercial and industrial refrigeration and air conditioning systems. These key components include compressors, pressure vessels such as condensers and evaporators, compressor packages, and condensing units. Other products include waste heat-to-power equipment that converts excess heat to low-cost electricity.

You partner with others to get work done while gaining insight into customers' needs and deliver solutions that exceed customer expectations. You create Raving Fans. You set objectives aligning with organization and prioritize accordingly.

Conveniently located in Flowery Branch, Georgia 5 minutes off I-985 The Company is wholly owned by Bitzer SE (located in Germany), the Company is a private company and serves as Bitzer SE’s flagship North American subsidiary.On a global basis, Bitzer SE has 3,400 employees in 60 locations with global sales approaching 700M €.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

• Electrical Knowledge & Compliance: Strong understanding of electrical principles, wiring techniques, and control system components, with proficiency in reading and interpreting schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints. Familiarity with NEC, UL 508A, and other relevant safety standards to ensure compliance.
• PLC & Industrial Automation Expertise: Knowledge of PLC wiring, control panel assembly, and industrial automation systems, including troubleshooting and diagnosing electrical issues in large-scale control systems.
• Technical & Hands-On Skills: Ability to wire, assemble, and install control panels and automation components with precision, utilizing hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment such as multimeters.
• Attention to Detail & Organization: Strong ability to label, organize, and route wiring efficiently, ensuring accurate connections while maintaining a structured and safe work environment.
• Communication & Teamwork: Effective communication and collaboration with engineers, production teams, and supervisors, while also being capable of working independently to meet deadlines and project goals.
• Adaptability & Physical Capability: Ability to adapt to new technologies and processes, work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities, follow safety protocols, and perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting, bending, and working in tight spaces.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical degree or certification in Electrical Technology, Industrial Automation, or a related field (preferred).
• 2 years of experience in electrical wiring, control panel assembly, or industrial automation.
• Experience with PLC wiring and troubleshooting is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical safety standards (NEC, UL 508A, or equivalent).

Work Environment:

• This job is performed in a manufacturing environment. This job requires constant use of PPE. This facility does have climate control, but it does get hot while performing the job at times.

Physical Demands:

• Employees frequently are required to stand; walk; bend; stoop; use hands; and reach with hands and arms. May be required to lift to 50 pounds.

Employee Benefits:

• Medical Insurance (heavily subsidized by the Company)
• Dental Insurance
• Company paid Vision Insurance, $50,000 life insurance and Short and Long-Term Disability
• 2 Weeks Paid Vacation and 5 Paid Personal Days
• Education Reimbursement (must be approved by manager)
• 401(k) Plan where it matches dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of compensation; 100% vested immediately.
• Company Discretionary Profit-Sharing Contribution (has averaged 15% of compensation per year for the past 6 years; based on the profitability of the Company; 100% vested after 6 years on a graded scale)

Other Information

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Employees are required to follow any job-related instructions and to perform job-related duties requested by management. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This Job Description does not imply an employment contract. BITZER US is an at-will employer.

BITZER US is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.