Electrician II

About This Role

As an Electrician II at Biogen, you will support the safe and reliable operation of electrical infrastructure and equipment across our manufacturing, laboratory, and facilities operations.

You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot electrical issues, and support improvements to electrical systems and equipment. Working in a regulated pharmaceutical environment, you will help ensure equipment reliability, operational continuity, and compliance with safety and quality standards.

You will also contribute to engineering projects and system upgrades while working closely with Maintenance, Engineering, Manufacturing, and other site teams.

What You’ll Do

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on electrical infrastructure, power distribution systems, automated systems, and supporting equipment.
• Diagnose electrical faults, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to improve equipment reliability.
• Work on low- and medium-voltage electrical installations, following approved safety procedures and authorization requirements.
• Carry out electrical switching, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and other electrical safety activities.
• Monitor equipment performance, record operational readings, and investigate alarms or technical issues.
• Support engineering projects, equipment upgrades, system improvements, and plant modifications.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with GMP, electrical safety, and quality requirements.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external contractors, and equipment suppliers to resolve technical issues.
• Participate in the site’s on-call rotation to support operational continuity.

Who You Are

You are a qualified electrician with a hands-on approach and strong troubleshooting skills. You enjoy solving technical problems, working with industrial equipment, and ensuring electrical systems operate safely and reliably.

You are comfortable working independently while collaborating with colleagues across different technical functions. You follow established safety procedures, take ownership of your work, and understand the importance of accurate documentation.

You bring a structured, reliable approach to maintenance activities and are willing to participate in an on-call rotation.

Required Skills

• Completed apprenticeship as an Electrical Installer EFZ (Elektroinstallateur EFZ) or an equivalent recognized electrical qualification.
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience working under the supervision of a qualified electrical professional (fachkundige Leitung).
• Practical experience in electrical installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Knowledge of low-voltage electrical systems; experience with medium-voltage systems is an advantage.
• Understanding of electrical switching, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and electrical safety procedures.
• Experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical equipment.
• Ability to identify technical faults and implement effective corrective actions.
• Good IT skills and willingness to work with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Good communication skills in English (minimum B1 CEFR); German is an advantage.
• Willingness to participate in the on-call duty rotation.

 

Job Level: Entry Level

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about Biogen.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.