Controls and Electrical Systems Technician

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments. Freudenberg Performance Materials is part of the Freudenberg Group and a leading global supplier of innovative technical textiles for a broad range of markets: From apparel, automotive, building materials, civil engineering, energy, filter media, healthcare and to building interiors and more. Join our team and shape the future of innovation with us! Discover our world at www.freudenberg-pm.com. Some of your Benefitsarrow_right 401K Match 401K Match: Save for retirement with the company"s help. Vacation Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge. Paid Holidays Paid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing. Health Insurance Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it. Cafeteria/ Canteen Cafeteria/ Canteen: We offer fresh food on-site, both hot and cold. location_on Durham, NC On-Site trip_origin Freudenberg Performance Materials LP (USA) You support our team as Controls and Electrical Systems Technician arrow_drop_down Responsibilitiesarrow_right Provide electrical maintenance support by troubleshooting equipment, interpreting machine status indicators, and identifying potential failure points to improve reliability. Maintain, test, and repair electrical control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, power distribution equipment, VFDs, relays, contactors, transformers, and related components. Read, interpret, update, and communicate electrical drawings and schematics to support maintenance and operational activities. Drive continuous improvement through root cause analysis, preventive maintenance practices, and enhancement of maintenance management systems. Collaborate with engineering, mechanical, process, and reliability teams to support equipment design, installation, startup, maintenance, safety, and operational objectives. Support quality, safety, and compliance initiatives by maintaining controls and monitoring systems, improving equipment safety performance, and promoting 5S and housekeeping standards. Qualificationsarrow_right 3-5 years of industrial electrical maintenance or technical support experience; extrusion, plastics, web handling, or winding experience preferred. Associate degree in Industrial Systems, Electrical/Electronics Technology, or related field preferred; relevant technical certifications are a plus. CCST Level I certification, or willingness and ability to obtain certification with company support, preferred. Strong PLC, HMI, and VFD experience, including PLC programming and troubleshooting; GE/Emerson and Siemens platforms preferred. Knowledge of industrial communication networks and electrical troubleshooting, including Profibus, Profinet, Remote I/O, Serial, and Ethernet systems. Effective communication and teamwork skills, with flexibility to support 24/7 operations, overtime requirements, and obtain required equipment certifications. The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Apply now Additional Informationarrow_right Wilmarie OrtasPh. 734-456-5752wilmarie.ortras@fnacc.com Discover more about us play_circle cancel Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world! - YouTubeTap to unmuteWorking at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!FreudenbergGroupFreudenbergGroup1.78K subscribersWatch on Picture Yourself Herearrow_right View larger map Maps directions_carBy car directions_transitBy public transport