Facilities Electrician

Team Description:

The Facilities Team is responsible for the maintenance, operation, and management of our buildings and facilities. Our team comprises a range of professionals with different areas of expertise, such as maintenance technicians, electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, groundskeepers, security personnel, and administrative staff. Our main goal is to ensure that our facilities operate efficiently, effectively, and safely while meeting the needs of the people who use them. Members of the team must be able to work collaboratively, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing situations. 

Job Description and Responsibilities:

Neuralink is seeking a motivated Electrician who will assist on the electrical system installation in new and existing buildings. You will work closely with our construction team, facility managers, engineers, biologists, and surgeons to build and maintain Neuralink’s newest sophisticated biotechnology facility in Austin, Texas.

• Install new electrical wiring or equipment according to the National Electrical Code and company electrical standards
• Availability to quickly respond to and troubleshoot critical emergency situations at both Austin facilities
• Maintain or assist in repairing equipment and systems
• Troubleshoot concerns or issues and perform root-cause analysis to determine cause of issues or concerns
• Perform new installation of power distribution, transformers, lighting, temporary construction power, and electrical equipment up to 480 VAC
• Interpret and understand electrical, architectural, and MEP prints and schematics 

Required Qualifications: 

• Current journeyman-level electrician experience 
• 3+ years of experience as a commercial or industrial electrician 
• Proficiency in handling low to high voltage up to 480 VAC
• Knowledge in sizing breakers, transformers, and wire
• Experience in designing and installing electrical systems
• Capability to produce as-built drawing for work performed
• Skill in identifying and correcting electrical hazards
• Ability to interpret electrical prints and schematics
• Comprehensive knowledge of electrical and facility safety (OSHA)
• Experience testing equipment and circuit wiring with multimeters and/or oscilloscopes
• Flexibility to undertake tasks outside core competencies as required

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with generators, loadbanks, and automatic transfer switches
• Possession of a Journeyman Electrician License
• Knowledge of workplace electrical safety standards (NFPA 70E)

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to travel to/from and work in the Austin area
• Exposure to animal bodily fluids, including blood
• Ability to lift 50 lbs

Computer Skills:  Basic computer skills and proficiency in Google Docs, Google Drive, and Gmail

Last updated on Aug 20, 2024