Electrical Engineer

We are looking for a highly skilled and field-oriented Electrical Engineer to join our world-class automated particleboard manufacturing facility in Lexington, NC. This is not a desk job — we need someone who understands theory and who thrives on the shop floor, shoulder-to-shoulder with the maintenance team, leading by example and personally solving real-time production challenges.

In this role, you will take full ownership of electrical systems, from design and integration to troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. You'll be expected to step in physically, diagnose complex electrical faults, and implement solutions with your own hands. Your ability to take initiative and lead through action, communicate effectively with technicians, and remain calm and decisive during critical breakdowns will be essential.

Reporting to the Team Leader Maintenance Electronics, you will be a key technical leader and mentor on the floor — not just planning, but working with the electrician team. 

Schedule: Monday - Thursday 6:45am - 4:00pm & Friday 6:45am - 1:00pm

City: Lexington (US) North Carolina   Contract Type: Full-time     Job-Code: 5850   Department: Maintenance  

JOB FUNCTIONS: Job functions include but are not limited to the following.

• Design, Integration & Field Execution: 
  Design and implement electrical systems for automated machinery including wiring diagrams, schematics, and panel layouts.
  Personally lead installation, commissioning, and upgrades of electrical systems — hands-on.
  Collaborate with mechanical, controls, and production teams to ensure fully integrated systems.
• Troubleshooting & Repair: 
  Respond directly and physically to electrical faults or breakdowns.
  Lead hands-on troubleshooting of drives, sensors, PLCs, and power systems.
  Prioritize multiple faults, determine root causes, and execute long-term corrective actions.
• Preventive Maintenance & Reliability: 
  Develop and implement preventive maintenance routines and reliability strategies.
  Monitor equipment performance and lead repairs or upgrades personally when required.
  Maintain and optimize critical spare parts inventory.
• Team Leadership & Example Setting: 
  Serve as a mentor and technical authority for the plant electricians.
  Train and guide maintenance personnel on standards, safety, and troubleshooting practices.
  Lead daily work execution, take over complex tasks personally, and ensure quality of work.
• Project Ownership: 
  Plan and execute electrical projects from concept through commissioning.
  Supervise contractors or external partners when necessary.
  Maintain full documentation of systems, modifications, and procedures.
• Compliance & Safety: 
  Ensure compliance with all electrical codes, safety protocols, and plant regulations.
  Perform risk assessments and enforce high safety standards during execution.
• Availability & Flexibility: 
  Participate in on-call rotation and provide after-hours support.
  Be ready to be on-site when needed — not only available by phone.

BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in system integration, commissioning, field design, and electrical installation or maintenance in industrial environments.
• Reading and interpreting electrical blueprints and E-Plan (European-style).
• Electrical installation, wiring, and cable routing.
• Diagnosing and working with PLCs (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, etc.).
• Drives (frequency converters, soft starters), sensors, and analog signal processing.
• Metric system and field measurement techniques.

EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field preferred.
• Compensatory closely related work experience required in lieu of degree.
• Valid Driver’s License.

SKILLS

• Electrical Aptitude
• Practical Troubleshooting
• Technical Leadership
• Team Collaboration
• Personal Responsibility
• Safety Focus
• Problem Solving
• Follow-up & Execution
• Blueprint & Schematic Interpretation
• Strong Communication
• Training Skills

SCHEDULE DEMANDS

• General schedule is an 8-hour M-F assignment, however, employee must be willing to work alternate schedules occasionally; that may include early mornings, nights, and/or weekends and be punctual while doing so.
• Occasional overnight travel to include flying, driving, riding or by rail.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time up to 8-hours.
• Occasional Lifting up to 20 lbs.
• Reading computer screen or other electronic devices.
• Use of various office hand and electrical tools or equipment.

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Jessica Ostroska, Talent Acquisition | EGGER North America

EGGER Wood Products, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, sex, age, religion, natural origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, handicap, or disability, marital status, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.