Electrical Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Our drive and control technologies ensure efficient, powerful and safe movement in machines and systems of any size. We inspire our customers with intelligent components, tailored system solutions, and services – from fully connected applications to the factory of the future. Bosch Rexroth is dedicated to making the world a better place through innovation and technology. We are looking for associates who will take on our customers’ challenges with passion and persistence until the right solution is found and who will thrive in a face-paced, collaborative and exciting environment.

Why work with Bosch Rexroth?

• Challenging Projects : We are driven by innovation and being at the cutting edge of everything that we do. At Bosch Rexroth every day is different, and your time will be filled with interesting and exciting projects.
• Amazing Colleagues: Our people make us who we are, and we are very proud of our diverse and skilled global team. Having a supportive and encouraging team around you can make all the difference.
• Learning and Development:  We want you to reach your fullest potential, for both yourself and for Bosch Rexroth. That’s why we actively promote growth and development.
• Change the World: We want to give you the opportunity to not only drive your career forward but also to change the world. The work we do at Bosch Rexroth can make a big difference to the world around you.
• Social & Value-Driven: We have a tradition of assuming social responsibility in all that we do. Our success, and our roadmap for the future, is based on our lived values. This covers everything, from community to the environment, to being a social employer.
• Flexibility & Freedom:  We strive to give you a balance between your work and home life, as well as the freedom to drive your career forward.
• International Opportunities: We are a truly global, fully networked company, with locations in more than 80 countries all over the world.

The Electrical Maintenance Technician supports daily production by troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems, automation controls, and light mechanical components across a wide range of CNC and automated manufacturing equipment. This role requires advanced diagnostic skills, strong attention to safety, and active participation in continuous improvement initiatives to maximize equipment reliability and minimize production downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, install, and repair all aspects of automation and CNC machinery.
• Support equipment involving PLC programming, minor program edits, HMI programming, servo controllers, and industrial communication systems.
• Plan and install primary and secondary controls, diagnose electrical/electronic failures, and repair or replace components as required.
• Identify and replace defective control modules; test and validate equipment functionality.
• Update and prepare wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, and documentation to reflect changes.
• Perform mechanical repairs as needed. (All technicians, regardless of pay grade, participate in mechanical work where required.)
• Support daily continuous improvement (CIP/Kaizen) initiatives.
• Record completed and in-progress work within the SAP work order system.
• Follow all company safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), electrical safety, and arc flash protocols.
• Perform any additional duties needed to support production and equipment uptime.

• Minimum 4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment working with automation, CNC controls, robotics, PLCs, PCs, and HMIs.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical prints, schematics, and OEM equipment documentation.
• Strong understanding of industrial communication systems (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, DeviceNet, serial protocols) and communication cable/LAN components.
• Fully competent working safely inside electrical control panels at various voltage levels.
• Qualified to work on 3-phase systems up to 480V , following all PPE and safety procedures.
• Strong computer skills, problem-solving ability, and mechanical aptitude.
• Effective communication, teamwork, and customer service attitude.
• Experience with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) programs.
• Experience with Arc Flash Safety requirements (NFPA 70E).
• Electrician license (state or journeyman)— preferred .

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans.