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About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled, self-motivated Senior Electrical Facilities Technician to oversee the reliability, maintenance, and optimization of our critical electrical infrastructure. This is a high-impact, hands-on role requiring a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience to serve as the primary technical authority for power distribution systems and rotating equipment, ensuring maximum uptime and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

Provide expert technical oversight for the full lifecycle of facility electrical infrastructure, including Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) distribution, substations, switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, and emergency backup power systems.
Manage the operation and reliability of critical rotating equipment, including industrial motors, pumps, compressors, and generators.
Maintain and update critical technical documentation, including one-line diagrams, equipment specifications, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Act as the Lead Technical Responder for complex electrical failures, power quality issues, and process interruptions to minimize downtime.
Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations for equipment failures and implement permanent corrective/preventive actions.
Develop and execute predictive maintenance strategies (e.g., thermography, vibration analysis) to move the site from reactive to proactive asset management.
Lead the planning, testing, and commissioning of electrical upgrades and new equipment installations.
Coordinate between operations teams, maintenance crews, and external contractors to ensure projects are completed on time and to specification.
Manage vendor relationships and oversee contractor performance during shutdowns or facility expansions.
Serve as the site subject matter expert (SME) for electrical safety, ensuring 100% compliance with NFPA 70E, NEC, and OSHA standards.
Oversee and enforce Arc Flash requirements and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols to ensure a zero-incident workplace.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED with extensive specialized technical certifications (e.g., Journeyman/Master Electrician license).
10+ years of proven, high-level hands-on experience in industrial electrical facilities maintenance.
Demonstrated ability to perform engineering-level analysis (RCA, power quality) and manage complex infrastructure projects.
Mastery of NEC and NFPA electrical codes.

Skills

Power Distribution: Deep working knowledge of MV switchgear, relays, breakers, power system coordination, emergency power, generators, and transfer switches.
Rotating Equipment: Hands-on experience with 3-phase motors, generators, and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), MCCs.
Analytical Skills: Proven track record in reliability engineering and failure investigation.

Location

Austin

Work Type

Full-time
On-site

Experience Level

Senior

Education Level

High School Diploma/GED
Specialized technical certifications

Salary/Compensations

Base compensation will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
Paid maternity and paternity leave
Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
Wellness incentives
MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance

About the Company

Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world.
At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.

Equal Opportunity

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.