Senior Maintenance Technician – Electrical & Automation at SHT Smart High Tech

Gothenburg, Vastra Gotaland, Sweden -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electrical Engineering, Automation, PLC Programming, SCADA, Fault Diagnosis, Preventive Maintenance, Corrective Maintenance, Instrumentation, Control Systems, Root Cause Analysis, Industrial Cybersecurity, Electrical Safety, LOTO, Commissioning, Mechatronics, Technical Documentation

Industry

Description

Own automation, uptime, and electrical performance in a scaling deep-tech factory At Smart High Tech, we are industrialising advanced graphene-based materials that enable next-generation AI systems, electronics, and data centres. We are now scaling production—and with that comes a critical requirement: reliable, precise, and high-performing automation and electrical systems. We are looking for a Senior Maintenance Technician – Electrical & Automation who will take ownership of this domain. Your mission You ensure that our production runs stable, safe, and at full performance. You are: The technical authority in electrical systems and automation A key driver of uptime, reliability, and energy efficiency A central contributor to scaling production without disruption What you will do Maintenance & operational reliability Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical and automation systems Work with PLCs, control systems, frequency converters, and instrumentation Lead advanced fault diagnosis in complex production environments Ensure calibration, accuracy, and functionality of control equipment Maintain and update technical documentation and electrical schematics Continuous improvement & problem solving Drive root cause analysis and long-term corrective actions Improve system reliability, uptime, and energy efficiency Identify recurring issues and implement sustainable solutions Act as a technical mentor and elevate team competence New equipment & industrialisation Participate in installation and commissioning of new equipment Lead electrical and automation validation in FAT and SAT Verify PLC logic, SCADA interfaces, and system integration Ensure systems meet specifications before production start Key interfaces You will work closely with: Facility & Maintenance Manager Mechanical & Cooling Maintenance Production & Engineering External suppliers and equipment vendors Who you are You combine deep technical expertise with ownership and execution. Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or Mechatronics Certified and authorised for electrical work (Swedish regulations) Strong experience in PLC programming and control systems Minimum ~8 years in industrial maintenance, with focus on automation Experience with: SCADA systems OPC communication MES interfaces CMMS systems Solid understanding of industrial cybersecurity principles Trained in electrical safety, LOTO, and relevant AFS standards How you work Structured and analytical in troubleshooting Calm and precise under pressure Hands-on and solution-oriented A natural mentor who builds team capability Driven by improving systems, not just fixing them What we offer This is a role for someone who wants technical ownership at scale. You will: Own automation and electrical systems in a high-tech production environment Work with advanced processes (thermal systems, coating, precision manufacturing) Play a critical role in scaling a factory from development to global production Be part of a team where competence, accountability, and execution matter Influence how systems are built—not just maintained What success looks like Within 6–12 months, you have: Established high reliability and uptime across key systems Reduced recurring failures through structured improvements Strengthened automation performance and system stability Contributed to successful commissioning of new equipment

Responsibilities

The Senior Maintenance Technician will oversee the reliability, uptime, and performance of electrical and automation systems within a scaling production environment. Responsibilities include performing preventive and corrective maintenance, leading fault diagnosis, and managing the installation and validation of new industrial equipment.