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Industrial Electrician

Full Time Remote

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Job Description

Job Description Summary

As an Industrial Electrician at our new site in Pittsburgh, you will play a critical part in preventative and corrective maintenance on various types of commercial jet engine test cell equipment, in accordance with a total preventative maintenance (TPM) program. You should be comfortable reading prints, working on industrial electrical systems, supporting controls and instrumentation, and solving problems that directly impact uptime and reliability. Power the equipment that keeps our operation moving!

Job Description

What You’ll Do :

  • Keep critical equipment energized and dependable
    Perform preventive maintenance inspections on electrical systems, controls, and production equipment to identify issues before they lead to breakdowns.
  • Troubleshoot and repair with urgency
    Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and control system problems, complete corrective repairs, and restore equipment to safe, reliable operation as quickly as possible.
  • Find the root cause, not just the symptom
    Investigate equipment and system failures, analyze root causes, and recommend long-term corrective actions that improve reliability and reduce repeat issues.
  • Work with advanced industrial systems
    Install, maintain, calibrate, and support analog and digital instrumentation, sensors, control panels, data acquisition equipment, and automated processing systems.
  • Drive reliability and continuous improvement
    Document malfunctions, support failure investigations, and share insights that improve equipment performance, maintenance practices, and overall process efficiency.
  • Expand your technical expertise
    Build your skills across electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation disciplines while working in a dynamic industrial environment.
  • Promote a strong safety culture
    Support safety and environmental inspections, follow electrical safe work practices, and help ensure compliance with facility and regulatory requirements.
  • Flexibility to work weekend shifts as required by business needs.
  • Availability to work overtime as needed to support operational demands.
  • Open to future shift changes , including potential transition to second shift, based on business needs.
  • Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role , including regularly lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs; standing and walking for extended periods; climbing ladders and work stands; working at heights and in high-noise environments; and wearing required PPE, including hearing and eye protection and safety footwear.

Minimum Requirements :

  • Associate’s degree in a technical field from an accredited school or institution OR High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 2 years of electrical experience in an industrial setting .

You’ll Stand Out if You :

  • Have the ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, building drawings, and mechanical prints.
  • Experience working in an industrial maintenance environment.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and control systems.
  • Experience with 480V 3-phase power, motor controls, contactors, relays, and industrial electrical equipment.
  • Working knowledge of PLC systems and PLC logic for troubleshooting automated equipment.
  • Experience with instrumentation, sensors, and industrial controls.
  • Experience maintaining industrial electrical systems, hoists, and lifting equipment controls.
  • Familiarity with NFPA 70E and electrical safe work practices.
  • Experience operating forklifts, telehandlers, and personnel lifts.
  • Working knowledge of CMMS systems such as Maximo, Oracle, or SAP.
  • Ability to perform effectively in a self-directed team environment.

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GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

About GE Aerospace

GE Aerospace

GE Aerospace is one of the world’s premier aerospace companies, specializing in the design, manufacturing, and servicing of jet engines, propulsion systems, and integrated aircraft technologies. The company supports both commercial aviation and defense customers, powering aircraft used by airlines, the U.S. military, and allied forces around the world. With a legacy rooted in over a century of aviation innovation, GE Aerospace plays a central role in advancing the future of flight across efficiency, performance, and sustainability.

For job seekers, GE Aerospace offers opportunities across a wide range of disciplines including engineering, software development, advanced manufacturing, supply chain, cybersecurity, and program management. Employees work on mission-critical systems such as commercial and military jet engines, avionics, propulsion technologies, and lifecycle support services. The company is especially attractive to engineers, veterans, and cleared professionals who want to work on complex, high-impact systems that directly support global aviation and national security missions.

Unlike many pure defense contractors or startup aerospace firms, GE Aerospace combines deep industrial scale with long-term research and development capabilities. Employees contribute to programs spanning next-generation engine efficiency, additive manufacturing, digital engineering, and AI-enabled maintenance systems that help airlines and militaries improve reliability and reduce downtime. This blend of cutting-edge innovation and large-scale production gives employees exposure to both advanced R&D and real-world deployment at global scale.

As demand grows for more efficient aircraft engines, expanded defense propulsion capabilities, and modernized aerospace systems, GE Aerospace continues to expand its workforce and invest heavily in future technologies. For professionals seeking a stable yet highly technical career in aerospace and defense—where engineering excellence meets global impact—GE Aerospace remains one of the most respected and enduring employers in the industry.

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