ELECTRICAL SPECIALIST SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

Published: Dec 27, 2024 – The Electrical Specialist has journeyman experience in the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures, utilizing blueprints, schematics, and sketches. This position possesses expertise in electrical design principles, strong programming skills with Rockwell Software, and experience in manufacturing and food/dairy environments. The specialist also demonstrates effective communication, independence, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in dynamic settings, while consistently achieving high levels of performance.

Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Electrical Specialist Resume
  • Circuit Design
  • Power Systems
  • Electrical Testing
  • PCB Design
  • MATLAB
  • AutoCAD
  • Troubleshooting
  • Signal Processing
  • Control Systems
  • Energy Management
  • Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Teamwork
  • Leadership
  • Adaptability
  • Critical Thinking
  • Project Management
  • Analytical Thinking

Summary of Electrical Specialist Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume

1. BS in Electrical Technology with 3 years of Experience

  • Previous electrical engineering or power electronics development experience (design/analysis)
  • Experience with electric drive systems and/or components
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Self-starter with strong technical leadership skills
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams through complex assignments
  • Excellent analytical skills, experience with circuit and system simulation and analysis tools
  • Demonstrated understanding of mechanical and electrical systems
  • Experience with quality tools including FMEA, APQP, and PPAP
  • Experience with the NPI Issue resolution process
  • Solid organizational and facilitation skills

2. BS in Electrical Engineering with 4 years of Experience

  • Hold NETA and NICET certifications
  • Experience with electrical distribution equipment.
  • Experience in electrical testing, including primary current injection testing, resistance testing, dielectric testing, and thermal scans on medium and low-voltage electrical systems
  • Experience utilizing electrical test sets to perform AC and DC High Potential testing, Transformer Turns Ratio testing, Transformer Power Factor testing, and other power system test practices and procedures.
  • Familiar with Siemens GIS, AIS, WL, RL, and SB breakers and switchgear
  • Knowledge of electrical control relaying, motor controls, DC, variable frequency, and servo drives
  • Understanding of local area networks, subnetting, and routing
  • Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.
  • High proficiency in Microsoft applications (such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work weekends, and holidays and respond to callouts on a non-routine basis.

3. BS in Electronics Engineering with 6 years of Experience

  • Journeyman’s experience in the installation, repair and maintenance of electrical systems, equipment and fixtures from blueprints, schematics and sketches.
  • Experience/knowledge in the principles of electricity and electrical design
  • Work experience in the manufacturing plant
  • Experience in a food and/or fluid dairy manufacturing environment
  • Strong programming experience with Rockwell Software including RSLogix 5000, RSLogix 500, and FactoryTalk SE
  • Experience working with FactoryTalk BatchCommunicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the organization.
  • Ability to work with minimum supervision, adapt to a changing environment quickly, and think independently, with attention to detail and accuracy in work.
  • Demonstrate functional and technical knowledge, ability to learn new skills quickly, and achieve a high level of accomplishment.
  • Basic math plus fractions, decimals, and percentages, as well as algebraic calculations.
  • Basic computer skills with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and field-specific software.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.
  • Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.