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Industrial Controls Electrician

ERG

Job Location:

Durham County, NC - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 50000 - 75000

Posted: 21 October 2026 (15 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 18 January 2027

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal state and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering science economics public health informational technology and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize perform and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is hiring a skilled Industrial Controls Electrician to support technical research and fabrication activities for the U.S. EPAs Onsite Research Laboratory Support contract. The selected candidate will work closely with the machine and electronics shops in an industrial research environment supporting the fabrication installation and operation of custom components and research apparatus.

Job Description:

Install bend and thread electrical conduit including electrical metallic tubing (EMT) and rigid conduit
Pull route and terminate conductors in disconnects panelboards control panels motor starters and other electrical equipment
Install troubleshoot repair replace and maintain electric motors and motor-control equipment including manual starters push buttons relays control transformers magnetic starters and variable-frequency drives (VFDs)
Work with low-voltage signal and control circuits as well as power circuits up to 480 volts including single-phase and three-phase systems
Wire control panels in accordance with applicable Underwriters Laboratories (UL) specifications and standards
Read and interpret equipment manuals and operate various types of equipment required to support research activities
Maintain accurate inventories of materials tools and hardware
Assist with general shop and technician duties as needed
Complete Shop Services Request forms accurately and promptly
Maintain clean organized and safe work areas
Work safely and actively participate in all applicable safety programs

Qualifications and Skills:

A minimum of five to seven years of industrial electrical experience including plant maintenance control-panel wiring and instrumentation with comprehensive knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
An associate degree trade school education or an equivalent combination of education training and experience
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to coordinate services for multiple clients and maintain project schedules
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
Ability to read understand and interpret equipment operating manuals and procedures
Ability to understand and follow instructions presented in written oral schematic or diagrammatic form
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively as part of a team
Successful completion of a comprehensive background check

$50000 - $75000 a year

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including health and dental insurance life insurance long-term disability educational benefits FSAs a generous 401k plan profit sharing an EAP 11-20 paid vacation days per year 10 paid holidays per year 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex sexual preference national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.

Please be aware the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is . ERG may on occasion screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype Teams GoToMeeting or another type of video platform. However any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment.

If youre a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERGs online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation please contact Human Resources via email at emailprotected or call .

ERG fosters a friendly flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do the partnerships we foster and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.

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