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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Electrical Engineer Trainee to support plant operations at a manufacturing facility in East Greenville, PA. This role provides hands-on technical training and mentorship while helping maintain safe, efficient production.

• Assist senior engineers with troubleshooting and maintaining plant electrical systems and production equipment
• Support PLC checks, motor control diagnostics, and basic automation adjustments
• Help perform electrical inspections and preventive maintenance tasks
• Document maintenance activities and update schematics and technical records
• Participate in reliability and safety improvement projects to reduce downtime
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to support production schedules
• Follow all electrical safety procedures, including lockout/tagout
• Participate in training programs to build engineering competencies and technical skills

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Key Responsibilities

• Industrial electrical troubleshooting and fault isolation
• Support for PLC fundamentals and basic ladder logic review
• Assist with motor controls, drives, and starter systems
• Read and reference electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Execute preventive maintenance tasks and basic instrumentation checks
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and CMMS records
• Support root cause analysis efforts under supervision

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What We’re Looking For (Minimum Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (in progress or completed)
• Basic understanding of industrial electrical systems and motor controls
• Familiarity with PLCs and automation concepts
• Knowledge of electrical safety practices and lockout/tagout procedures
• Willingness to pursue EIT/FE if not already in progress
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic CMMS use
• Strong safety mindset, good communication, and a collaborative attitude

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Some hands-on maintenance or co-op experience in a manufacturing environment
• Exposure to motor drives, VFDs, or industrial instrumentation
• Experience reading and updating electrical schematics
• Prior use of preventive maintenance systems or reliability projects

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Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $80,000 - $100,000 per year (salary range provided by Confidential Client)
• Employment type: Full-time (Internship opportunities may apply per posting)
• Typical benefits may include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Structured mentoring and technical training

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Location & Work Environment

This position is based in East Greenville, PA. The role is onsite at a manufacturing facility; candidates must be able to work in an industrial environment and follow all site safety rules and PPE requirements.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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