Electrical Department Lead

Drive & Shine is looking for an experienced Electrical Controls & Automation Lead to oversee our electrical department and support equipment builds, automation projects, and field installations.

This is a hands-on leadership role.

• 1st shift position
• Competitive Pay

• You will lead projects and technicians while also helping with electrical assembly, PLC programming, troubleshooting, and startup support.
• We are looking for someone with strong industrial electrical experience who enjoys solving problems, leading teams, and working both in the shop and in the field.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical team during equipment builds and installations
• Build and wire industrial control panels and cabinets
• Read and create electrical schematics and layouts
• Program and troubleshoot PLC systems
• Diagnose electrical and automation issues in the field
• Support equipment startup, commissioning, and service work
• Assist with project planning and electrical component selection
• Maintain safety, organization, and quality standards
• Help complete projects on time and support field operations

Preferred Experience

• Industrial electrical and automation experience
• PLC programming experience
• (Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi, Siemens, etc.)
• Experience wiring control panels and motor controls
• Familiarity with VFDs, relays, sensors, and industrial networking
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Leadership or supervisory experience
• Up to 50% travel based on project workload
• Candidate must provide their own tools
• Tool assistance program available

Requirements

• Self-motivated and dependable
• Strong leader with a hands-on mentality
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Comfortable managing projects and personnel
• Able to work independently and with a team

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Career growth opportunities
• Hands-on work with industrial automation systems
• Team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity to work on custom equipment and controls systems