• Senior Lead Electrician

    ThermoFisher Scientific (Allentown, PA)


    Work Schedule

     

    Standard (Mon-Fri)

     

    Environmental Conditions

     

    Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Rapid flashing lights, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Various outside weather conditions, Warehouse, Working at heights

    Job Description

    As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

     

    Excellent Benefits Package

     

    Review our company’s Total Rewards (https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards)

     

    Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1

     

    Paid Time Off & Holidays

     

    401K Company Match up to 6%

     

    Tuition Reimbursement – eligible after 90 days!

     

    Employee Referral Bonus

     

    Employee Discount Program

     

    Recognition Program

     

    Charitable Gift Matching

     

    Company Paid Parental Leave

     

    Career Advancement Opportunities

    Responsibilities:

    + Perform electrical installations, upgrades, troubleshooting, maintenance and repairs, and/or solicits proposals for work on low voltage control circuits up to 480V for various systems, MCC’s, MDPs, emergency generators, transfer switches, transformers, VFDs and PLC’s.

    + Develop parts lists, submit orders, establish timelines, and direct support staff for project execution.

    + Ensure compliance with safety codes, NEC, and local regulations.

    + Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics.

    + Collaborate with mechanics, fabricators, and team members on projects.

    + Use hand tools, power tools, and ohmmeters efficiently.

    + Assist with general shop and non-electrical tasks as needed.

    + Maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas.

    + Keep accurate records of work performed and materials used.

    + Participate in the site’s Electrical Safety Team.

    + Respond to electrical emergencies outside normal working hours.

    + Adhere to GMP documentation and cleanroom work requirements.

    + Coordinate work with the Planner/Scheduler to ensure timely and budget-compliant completion of work orders and projects.

    + Coordinate and implement sitewide power shutdowns for various systems.

    + Supervise electrical system performance and recommend improvements.

    **Qualifications** :

    + Completion of a formal electrical apprentice program or a 2- or 4-year electrical technical degree

    + Five years of experience in electrical work in an industrial manufacturing setting.

    + Strong knowledge of NEC, local codes, and safety standards.

    + Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

    + Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

    + Strong communication and organizational abilities.

    + Proven experience acting in a lead electrician role and directing personnel activities

    + Must be trained and practice safe work procedures and demonstrate knowledge of NFPA70E, Lock Out/Tag Out Systems.

    + Proven knowledge and working experience with building electrical utility generation and distributions systems, MCCs/ MDPs, emergency generators, transfer switches, transformers, VFDs, infrared scanning.

    + Valid driver’s license to travel between sites.

     

    Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.