Electrical Engineer - Bilingual in Mandarin

This role focuses on designing, troubleshooting, and improving electrical systems for production equipment in a manufacturing environment in Denver, NC.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical issues on production equipment, including motors, control panels, sensors, PLCs, inverters, and power systems
• Support installation, testing, commissioning, and modification of production lines
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring electrical failures
• Design and/or update electrical diagrams, wiring layouts, and control system configurations
• Recommend and implement improvements that enhance reliability, efficiency, and safety
• Partner with automation engineers and vendors to upgrade control systems
• Program, modify, and troubleshoot PLCs (examples include Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Omron)
• Support HMI updates, communication networks, and automation integration projects
• Assist with process optimization through automation improvements
• Develop and maintain electrical preventive maintenance (PM) plans
• Conduct inspections and testing of electrical systems such as motors, drives, MCCs, and transformers
• Ensure critical spare parts availability and update PM records
• Ensure electrical work complies with NEC, OSHA, NFPA70E, and company safety requirements
• Provide electrical safety training for maintenance teams when needed
• Maintain documentation for lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures
• Maintain accurate electrical drawings using AutoCAD/EPLAN
• Prepare technical reports, failure analysis, and improvement proposals
• Document modifications, changes, and system upgrades
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and external equipment suppliers
• Support NPI (new product introductions) and new equipment purchasing decisions
• Support maintenance technicians with advanced electrical troubleshooting

Requirements

• Bilingual fluency in English and Mandarin Chinese
• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Strong understanding of electrical circuits, PLC programming, motor control, and industrial automation
• Ability to read and update electrical drawings using AutoCAD/EPLAN
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of safety standards including NEC, OSHA, and NFPA (includes NFPA70E)
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field

Technologies

• PLC
• Siemens
• Allen-Bradley
• Omron
• HMI
• AutoCAD
• EPLAN
• NEC
• OSHA
• NFPA70E
• NFPA

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Environment

• Manufacturing plant environment with exposure to machinery, electrical equipment, and industrial settings
• Evening or weekend support may be required during equipment emergencies

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and perform on-floor troubleshooting
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs occasionally

Location: Denver, NC (onsite)
Salary: USD 70,000 per year