Electromechanical Maintenance Specialist (VFD/PLC)

Keep the lights on—literally

Prysmian designs and manufactures the cables and systems that deliver electricity and data everywhere they’re needed. Our scale—9,000 colleagues in North America and 35,000 globally—lets us innovate, build sustainably, and make a tangible impact. Your maintenance expertise ensures our production assets keep performing.

Your mission

On the night shift (7 PM – 7 AM), you will safeguard equipment reliability by resolving mechanical failures, executing preventive work, and planning overhauls—while documenting every action and part in our Maintenance system and upholding 6S and safety standards.

Key responsibilities

• Repair breakdowns involving welding, plumbing, acetylene cutting, bearing and seal replacement, and shaft-related work.
• Conduct mechanical preventive maintenance on all production assets.
• Lead or support major mechanical overhauls of machinery and equipment.
• Perform routine building and grounds maintenance and repairs.
• Inspect equipment, diagnose faults, and determine safe, effective repair/installation/assembly strategies.
• Record precise time and material usage for each task; enter details into the Maintenance system.
• Own housekeeping in the Maintenance area to 6S standards.
• Comply with all Prysmian and equipment-specific safety rules; remind contractors and visitors to follow all applicable safety regulations.
• Provide coverage for vacations/illness across weekends and other shifts as required; work overtime as needed.

What you’ll need to succeed

• 3–5 years of industrial mechanical maintenance experience, including machining and welding.
• Hands-on experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Comfort using a variety of power tools.
• Ability to read/understand diagrams and blueprints and verify correct procedures.
• Well organized; self-starter who can also take direction.
• Ability to work in hot, cold, dirty, and fast-paced environments.

Technical strengths

• Mechanical Troubleshooting; Mechanical Systems & Component Repair
• Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
• Hydraulic Systems & Components; Pneumatics Troubleshooting
• Electrical Installation; Electrical Troubleshooting; Electrical Repair
• Industrial Electrical Systems; Industrial Electrical Experience; High Voltage Systems
• Electrical Schematic Reading; Equipment Installation & Wiring
• HVAC Troubleshooting

Systems and machines you’ll encounter

• CNC Laser Cutter; CNC Grinder; CNC Lathe (2–4 axis)
• Extrusion Machines; Conveyor Systems
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD); Servo Motors
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Pay and schedule

• Starting wage: $42.08/hour
• Shift differential: $2.50/hour (night)
• Schedule: 7 PM – 7 AM; overtime as needed; weekend and cross-shift coverage for vacation/illness

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance effective Day 1
• Vacation eligibility begins after 120 days
• 401(k) with company match
• $2.50 per hour night shift differential
• $49,500 company-paid basic life insurance
• $250 annual shoe allowance and eligibility for safety glasses after 120 days

Join a team where your workmanship powers industries and connects people. Bring your electromechanical skill set and grow with the world leader in cable systems.