Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company's product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.
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Solenis is seeking an Electrical & Control Specialist to support manufacturing operations through hands‑on electrical, instrumentation, and controls work. This role focuses on troubleshooting, maintaining, and improving electrical and control systems to ensure safe, reliable plant performance.
The specialist will work collaboratively with a small technical team and interact with operations, maintenance, and engineering partners across the site.
Key Responsibilities
Troubleshoot, maintain, calibrate, and repair industrial electrical and instrumentation systems
Support PLC‑based control systems, VFDs, motors, and industrial control panels
Diagnose electrical and control issues and take appropriate corrective action
Assist with maintaining safe and compliant electrical systems in a manufacturing environment
Collaborate with teammates and cross‑functional partners to resolve equipment and process issues
Document work performed using site systems and maintenance tools
Follow site safety policies and standard operating procedures at all times
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of 5 years of experience in an electrical and/or instrumentation role within a manufacturing environment
Practical experience working with PLCs, industrial controls, and electrical troubleshooting
Familiarity with industrial voltage systems (e.g., 240V / 480V)
Ability to work both independently and as part of a small team
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Allen‑Bradley PLC platforms (e.g., MicroLogix, ControlLogix)
Exposure to SAP or a CMMS system
Additional experience with VFD configuration, advanced controls, or instrumentation calibration
Work Environment
On‑site, hands‑on role within a manufacturing facility
Requires regular walking, standing, and interaction with production equipment
We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you.
At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.
Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@solenis.com
The expected compensation range for this position is between $63,830.00 and $93,610.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.
Whether you're an engineer or a plant manager, whether you work in pulp and paper or an industrial water market, we can help you improve your results. We can assess your unique needs and challenges and match them with the right people, bringing the right experience, offering the right technology.
That's exactly what we've been doing since our founding. From our history as Betz Laboratories, Drew, Stockhausen, Hercules and Ashland Water Technologies, we've grown into one of just three industrial water treatment companies with a truly global footprint. Today, we have 3,500 employees and 30 manufacturing facilities which span 118 countries and five continents.
Still, our guiding principle has stayed constant through the years: our objective is to help you.