Electrical Technician

Overview

Position : Maintenance Technician (Electrical)

Location : SAUDI ARABIA , RIYADH , Kharj Road

Department : Maintenance

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician (Electrical) is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems of pharmaceutical manufacturing and packaging equipment. The role requires expertise in electrical systems, PLC troubleshooting, pneumatics, and automation control, with a focus on blister cartoning, powder filling machines, granulation lines, coating, encapsulation, tableting, labelling, and cartoning equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of production and packaging equipment.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, SOPs, and pharmaceutical industry standards for electrical safety and operation.
• Diagnose electrical faults in motors, control panels, PLC systems, and sensors.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical diagrams.
• Collaborate with mechanical technicians to resolve multidisciplinary issues affecting machine performance.
• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.
• Support equipment transfer, modifications, new installations, and commissioning.
• Assist with minor mechanical tasks, including assembling and disassembling mechanical components as needed.
• Physically handle components and equipment weighing up to 15 kg as required for maintenance activities.
• Maintain detailed documentation of maintenance activities and update reports using relevant software tools (SAP or CMMS systems).
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols, including lockout / tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• This is not a desk office job; the role involves hands-on troubleshooting and on-site maintenance tasks.
• Availability to work weekends and night shifts as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

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