While working safely, the electrical specialist installs, maintains, and repairs electrical systems, apparatuses, and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment by following electrical codes, manuals, safety, schematics, diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications.  Incumbent will install power supply, control wiring, and conduit for newly installed equipment. Will diagnose malfunctioning apparatus, such as transformers, motors, solenoids, HMI,  relays, lighting, electro-mechanical systems, electro-pneumatic systems, electro-hydraulic systems, and HVAC systems such as programmable logic controllers and distributive control systems along with input/output devices and sensors used by these systems. Will interact with other maintenance department personnel, engineers, machine operators and equipment vendors to evaluate troubleshooting methods, equipment history, possible replacement equipment and timetables when completing a given job. Incumbent will use electrical diagnostic equipment, such as volt-meters, amp meters, oscilloscopes and all shop equipment and tools.  The electrical specialist will perform other related duties as determined by the plant engineer and/or plant manager.

Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Associates degree or equivalent in industrial electronics or other electrical applications
• Five years work experience as a maintenance electrician or electronics technician
• Must have limited electrical license in the state of North Carolina
• Experience with PLC drive systems, electrical installations and applicable computer knowledge
• Must have experience with motor starters, variable frequency drives and soft start motor drives
• Must have experience in textile industry or closely-related industry

JPS Composite Materials (JPS, www.jpscm.com) is a wholly owned operating company within the Steel Partners Diversified Industrial Segment. JPS is a manufacturer of high-performance fabrics servicing the aerospace, military, commercial, and industrial markets.

The company’s materials are found in a multitude of composite matrix applications including commercial aircraft interiors, radomes for commercial and military aircraft, ballistic applications for military vests and vehicles as well as electronic applications including automobile sensors and telecommunication antenna. JPS has over 60 years of experience in our markets and is the primary supplier of these products in North America.

The corporate headquarters are in Anderson, SC with manufacturing facilities located in North and South Carolina.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Company provided life insurance and short-term disability
• 401K with company match
• Flex Spending Account / Health Savings Account
• Paid Time  Off and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Corporate Discount Program
• Opportunities to thrive within the company
• Quarterly Bonus opportunities
• Referral and Retention Bonuses
• Sports Sponsorship for youth athletic coaches