Gore Medical

About the Role: We are looking for a Facilities Industrial Electrical Technician to join our Performance Solutions (PS) Facilities Team who will be responsible for electrical repairs, maintenance, design, installation, and troubleshooting on all types of facilities-oriented equipment (air handlers, chillers, pumps, compressors, oxidizers, wastewater systems, bulk fluid tanks and distribution, etc. The skilled, self-motivated, service-oriented individual will provide support for our PS locations in the region (Elkton, Maryland & Newark, Delaware).

This role will be located at our facility in Elkton, Maryland. 

Please note that evening, night and weekend shift positions are eligible for an additional $2/hour shift differential pay (in California, the shift differential pay is $2.40/hour).

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment!

Responsibilities: 

• Support the design, installation, startup, validation and troubleshooting of the electrical control systems for facility-oriented equipment
• Architect, write, and debug PLC ladder logic and graphical interface software (HMI) with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented and maintainable
• Apply formal problem-solving techniques to troubleshoot, determine root cause, develop and implement corrective and preventative action plans
• Be responsible for testing and validating equipment setpoint changes and modifications, while ensuring change management procedures are followed
• Create and update documentation and procedures
• Apply OSHA, NEC, NFPA, UL508A codes
• Execute preventative maintenance work orders individually as well as in partnership with external service providers
• Design team member supporting equipment reviews and providing feedback to ensure design is meeting all applicable codes, specifications and internal customer requirements
• Interface with facility engineers, at a conceptual level, to implement designs, modifications and other task required to maintain efficient equipment operation
• Identify and lead opportunities to continuously improve our equipment and processes

Required Qualifications: 

• Journey level electrical skills with minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in an industrial production facility directly supporting facilities equipment and infrastructure
• Experience with process instrumentation (including PLC, controllers, and variable speed motor drives) configuration, installation, and troubleshooting
• Experience reading, working from, reviewing, and updating electrical drawings and schematics
• Demonstrated experience working independently as well as with cross-functional teams
• Basic understanding of networking and operating systems as related to automation controls
• Proven track record of critical thinking, active learning and problem solving with the ability to navigate technical and project uncertainties.
• Ability to effectively and proactively communicate both verbally and in writing via Microsoft office products
• Ability to work safely in an industrial environment, including working from adders, aerial lifts, and wearing the required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to effectively manage and document equipment validation activities
• Ability to work overtime, perform on-call duties after normal working hours as part of a rotating on-call schedule and ability to travel up to 5%

Desired Qualifications:

• Associates degree in and electrical field from an ABET accredited school OR a minimum of 5 years relevant work experience in automation and controls in an industrial environment
• Experience working with local and wide area networks, protocols, converters, and switches/routers as used in an industrial environment
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC programming software, Wonderware HMI development and AutoCAD design software & Arc Flash properties

This position requires access to export-controlled areas and information. Candidates must be "U.S. persons" as that term is defined in 8 USC §1324b(a)(3). The term "U.S. persons" includes resident aliens ("green-card" holders) as well as certain refugees, asylum-holders and residents qualifying for temporary residence under the terms of 8 USC §1255a.

What We Offer: Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.

We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits

We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. We are proud of Associates for building on our rich history of innovation, upholding our values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.

Gore is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. 

Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.

Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the U.S. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description. 

Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes your questions at gore.com/careers/contact