Requirements
The Electrical Technician requires an ITI in Electrical or Industrial Electronics and 10-15 years of experience in a ductile iron pipe manufacturing plant. Experience with induction furnaces and hot mould casting equipment is advantageous. The role involves performing electrical installation, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repairs on electrical and automation systems within a high-temperature production environment, including HT/LT panels, motors, drives, sensors, PLC-controlled machines, and furnaces.
Description
Position OverviewThe Electrical Technician is responsible for performing electrical installation, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repairs on electrical and automation systems used in ductile iron pipe production. The technician ensures safe and reliable operation of HT/LT panels, motors, drives, sensors, PLC-controlled machines, furnaces, and production lines.Key Responsibilities1. Electrical Maintenance & RepairsCarry out electrical repairs for motors, starters, contactors, breakers, relays, and control panels.Diagnose electrical faults such as short circuits, overload trips, sensor failures, and motor issues.Repair wiring, connectors, junction boxes, and cable terminations.2. Preventive & Predictive MaintenancePerform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) on electrical systems.Inspect MCC panels, distribution boards, drives, and control wiring for overheating, loose connections, and damage.Conduct routine checks on sensors, proximity switches, limit switches, and safety interlocks.3. Equipment Coverage in Ductile Iron Pipe PlantsResponsible for electrical maintenance of:Induction melting furnacesCentrifugal casting machinesAnnealing furnacesCutting, finishing, and grinding machinesTransfer conveyors and pipe handling systemsTransformers, generators, HT/LT switchgearMotors, VFDs, soft starters, and control panelsCooling systems, pumps, and automation interlocksLighting, emergency power, and distribution boards4. Automation & Control SupportAssist in troubleshooting PLC I/O faults, sensor failures, and SCADA alarms.Replace or adjust encoders, photoelectric sensors, temperature controllers, and transmitters.Support electrical engineers during program changes and commissioning activities.5. Safety & ComplianceFollow electrical safety standards, LOTO procedures, and PPE guidelines.Ensure compliance with plant electrical safety rules and reporting protocols.Identify unsafe conditions such as exposed wiring, grounding issues, and overheating components.6. Documentation & ReportingFill out maintenance job cards, inspection checklists, and breakdown reports.Report repeated issues, spares shortages, or abnormal observations to supervisors.Update logbooks and CMMS entries after maintenance activities.Key Skills & CompetenciesStrong knowledge of industrial electrical systems (HT & LT).Able to handle multi task / more then one function .Also, Training employees to perform different job functionsAbility to troubleshoot motors, drives, circuits, and control wiring.Familiarity with PLC wiring, sensors, and basic automation.Skilled in electrical measuring tools (megger, multimeter, clamp meter, IR thermometer).Understanding of industrial machinery and furnace systems.Ability to work safely in high-temperature environments.QualificationsITI in Electrical or Industrial Electronics.10–15 years of experience in Ductile iron pipe manufacturing plant.Experience with induction furnace and Hot mould casting equipment is an advantage.Work EnvironmentHigh-temperature ductile iron pipe manufacturing area with heavy machinery.Shift work and on-call duty during breakdowns.Requires close coordination with electrical engineers, operators, mechanical technicians, and safety teams.