Industrial Electrical Foreman

Overview

Supervise industrial electrical installation, maintenance, and commissioning activities.

Key Responsibilities

• safety protocols
• code compliance
• team supervision
• installation planning
• commissioning
• drawing review

Tasks

Enforce safety protocols and conduct regular toolbox talks to ensure a safe work environment. Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and local electrical codes. The Electrical Foreman will oversee and coordinate electrical installation, maintenance, and repair activities in an industrial environment (manufacturing, water/wastewater, energy, or heavy process facilities). This role ensures projects are completed safely, on time, and in compliance with codes, standards, and client specifications. Train and mentor junior electricians on safety practices, technical skills, and quality standards. Plan, assign, and monitor daily work activities including installation of MCCs, switchgear, VFDs, PLC panels, and industrial lighting systems. Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and workforce hours. Interpret and review electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, P&IDs, and wiring schematics. Supervise and lead a team of electricians and technicians in industrial electrical projects. Oversee commissioning and troubleshooting of industrial control systems, SCADA, and automation equipment. Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and other trades to meet project milestones. -Enforce safety protocols and conduct regular toolbox talks to ensure a safe work environment. -Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and local electrical codes. -Train and mentor junior electricians on safety practices, technical skills, and quality standards. -Plan, assign, and monitor daily work activities including installation of MCCs, switchgear, VFDs, PLC panels, and industrial lighting systems. -Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and workforce hours. -Interpret and review electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, P&IDs, and wiring schematics. -Supervise and lead a team of electricians and technicians in industrial electrical projects. -Oversee commissioning and troubleshooting of industrial control systems, SCADA, and automation equipment. -Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and other trades to meet project milestones.

Requirements

• electrician license
• plc/scada
• blueprints
• electrical degree
• power distribution
• leadership

What You Bring

Journeyman or Master Electrician license strongly preferred. Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical documents. Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Minimum 5-7 years of industrial electrical experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory/foreman role. Experience with PLC/SCADA systems, instrumentation, and automation in industrial settings. High school diploma or technical certification required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/Technology preferred. Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, power distribution, and motor control centers (MCCs). -Journeyman or Master Electrician license strongly preferred. -Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical documents. -Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. -Minimum 5-7 years of industrial electrical experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory/foreman role. -Experience with PLC/SCADA systems, instrumentation, and automation in industrial settings. -High school diploma or technical certification required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering/Technology preferred. -Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, power distribution, and motor control centers (MCCs).

People Also Searched For

About Lvi Associates

-Founded with a mission to connect talent with high-impact projects in infrastructure and energy. -Specializes in providing top-tier recruitment solutions to major sectors like construction, energy, and transport. -A key player in the renewable energy recruitment space, working with cutting-edge technologies like solar and wind. -Has a broad footprint, serving clients across the UK, US, and Europe. -Expert in matching skilled professionals with projects that shape cities, transportation systems, and energy grids. -Works with top engineering and construction firms, placing talent in roles that drive innovation and development. -Handles a diverse range of projects, from large-scale infrastructure developments to specialized energy initiatives. -Known for its deep industry knowledge and strong network of professionals, offering both contract and permanent placements.

Sector Specialisms