Sr Electrician

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Electrician. at our Lynnwood, WA location.

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You'll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power, sensing and fluid solutions. Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASA's New Horizons spacecraft and innovative enough to be featured on Advanced Air Mobility demonstrators. You'll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary:

The Senior Electrician is a Washington State licensed EL01 Journey Level Electrician responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment, facility electrical systems, and power distribution systems. This position serves as the department's technical expert for electrical infrastructure, equipment reliability, and electrical code compliance while providing technical guidance to maintenance personnel.

Essential Functions:

• Perform advanced journey-level installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and modification of manufacturing equipment, facility electrical systems, and power distribution systems.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical distribution systems up to 480 VAC, three-phase, 60 Hz and 400 Hz systems, DC power systems, MCCs, transformers, switchgear, distribution panels, breakers, disconnects, lighting, generators, ATS, UPS systems, receptacles, conduit, and associated electrical equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical, control, and power distribution issues to identify root cause and safely restore equipment.
• Support manufacturing by diagnosing electrical failures and coordinating repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Read, interpret, and update electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance.
• Lead electrical installation and facility improvement projects including estimating labor, materials, scheduling, and execution.
• Coordinate contractor work and ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA, company policies, and applicable codes.
• Evaluate equipment performance and recommend reliability and energy improvements.
• Maintain maintenance records and work orders within the CMMS.
• Provide technical coaching and mentoring to maintenance personnel.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Facilities, and other departments on capital projects and continuous improvement.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and TPM initiatives.
• Provide technical leadership in coordination with the Maintenance Coordinator, Lead, or Supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Non-Essential Functions:

• Participate on Emergency Response and HAZMAT response teams (training provided).
• Maintain inventory of electrical materials, spare parts, and critical equipment.
• Assist with procurement, vendor coordination, and maintaining minimum stock levels.
• Support office moves, facility modifications, security systems, and other maintenance activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Washington State EL01 Journey Level Electrician License.
• Five (5) years of industrial, aerospace, manufacturing, or commercial electrical maintenance experience following receipt of an EL01 license.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA 70E, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), electrical troubleshooting, diagnostic techniques, and applicable state/local codes.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, communication, organizational, and project planning skills.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and safely use electrical testing equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CMMS software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Seven (7)+ years of industrial, commercial, or manufacturing experience as a lead or senior electrician.

• Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment.

• Experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), instrumentation, and industrial automation.

• Experience leading projects and mentoring electricians or maintenance technicians.

Top Benefits:

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you'll enjoy:

Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month

Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.

401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match

Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

Working Conditions:

• Manufacturing, laboratory, warehouse, office, indoor/outdoor environments.
• Required use of PPE including arc flash PPE as required.
• Exposure to noise, heat, cold, dust, confined spaces, and elevated work areas.
• Ability to work from ladders, scaffolding, aerial lifts, rooftops, and elevated platforms up to 25 feet.
• Frequent standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and lifting.
• Participation in after-hours, weekend, and emergency response work as business needs require.

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Salary range: $45.00 - $58.31. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.