Industrial Controls Electrician

Join LAPP as an Industrial Controls Electrician

LAPP is a family-owned innovator in cable and connection technology, founded in 1959 and headquartered in Stuttgart. With 5,800 colleagues across 80+ countries, we blend entrepreneurial spirit with long-standing values. At our Florham Park, NJ site, you’ll find a hands-on culture that prizes initiative, flexibility, and personal responsibility in a family-friendly environment where ideas are welcomed.

What a day looks like

You start your morning walking the production floor, reviewing overnight maintenance logs and checking preventive tasks. A line goes down—your diagnostics quickly isolate a sensor input issue in a PLC-controlled station. You restore operation, document the fix, and collaborate with production and engineering to prevent recurrence. Later, you pull new conduit for a 480V three-phase drop, swap a failing VFD, and support a machinery relocation. Safety is second nature—LOTO every time—and you end the day closing PMs and suggesting reliability improvements.

What you’ll take on

• Troubleshoot and repair motors, drives, PLC I/O, sensors, and control circuits on production machinery.
• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance on plant electrical systems and equipment.
• Respond to breakdowns and emergencies to minimize downtime.
• Replace electrical components (relays, switches, motors, circuit breakers) as needed.
• Install and commission new machines and electrical equipment to spec and code.
• Assist with equipment moves and facility layout changes.
• Upgrade and retrofit systems for greater safety, reliability, and efficiency.
• Run conduit and pull wire for 120V/220V/480V circuits; work with 480V distribution and 11kV–480V transformers.
• Interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Accurately document maintenance, repairs, and modifications.
• Partner with maintenance, engineering, and production to resolve issues.
• Offer reliability insights and recommend improvements.
• Adhere to safety protocols, including lockout/tagout, and company policies; comply with NEC and local codes.
• Keep your work area organized and participate in safety and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Comfortably work at heights of 20–30 ft using a scissor lift when required.

What you bring

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in electrical technology (preferred).
• 3–5 years in industrial electrical maintenance.
• Strong command of 480V three-phase power, motor controls, and PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Hands-on with test equipment: multimeters, megohmmeters, clamp meters, etc.
• Solid understanding of NEC and OSHA requirements.
• Journeyman electrician license.
• Experience with VFDs and servo systems; familiarity with industrial networks and automation systems.
• Welding or mechanical aptitude a plus.
• Proficiency with 120/208/240/480 voltage systems.

Competencies

• Foundational electro-mechanical skills.
• Clear communicator with strong interpersonal skills, work ethic, and a positive mindset.
• Safety-first: consistently follows OSHA and company safety policies.
• Plans, prioritizes, and uses time effectively.
• Quality-focused; self-monitors for accuracy.
• Respectful collaborator who upholds organizational values.
• Accountable and ownership-driven.
• Meets productivity targets and seeks continuous improvement.
• Reads mechanical/electrical prints; uses power tools and multimeter/amps meter.
• Basic machining (drilling/tapping).

Communication, reasoning, and tools

• Language: Read/interpret electrical and mechanical drawings; speak effectively to groups (customers/employees). Fluency in written and spoken English required.
• Math: Add, subtract, multiply, divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Reasoning: Solve practical problems with limited standardization; interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.
• Computer: Working knowledge of Lotus Notes and Microsoft Office.
• Travel: None required.
• Supervisory responsibilities: None.

Machines & technologies you’ll use

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) — Allen-Bradley, Siemens
• Servo motors

Compensation & benefits

Base salary: $90,000–$95,000 plus participation in LAPP's bonus plan.

Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k), HSA/FSA, Life Insurance, and more.

After thorough market analysis, LAPP considers experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other factors when determining base salary.

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