Industrial Electrician (Manufacturing)
Nucor · Seattle, WA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Base pay
- $125k–$152k
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Metals
- Posted
- 17 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Nucor (metals) in Seattle, WA.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- DOE, Welding
- Base pay
- $125k–$152k
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in Washington: typical posted base $70k–$132k. This one lists $125k–$152k.
Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 40 maintenance technician openings in Washington, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 42 other live reliability postings in Washington.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 53%
- PLC 35%
- ✓ Welding 30%
- Root cause 23%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for DOE, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Reliability team at Nucor
Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. Use the team search on this page to find them.
- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
Apply with someone vouching for you
If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
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Qualifications
2-Years previous experience or formal training related to Industrial Electrician position.
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓5 years of experience as an industrial electrician
- ✓DC overhead cranes experience
- ✓AC and DC Motors experience
- ✓Variable Speed Drives experience
- ✓Programmable Logic Controls experience
- ✓Motor Controls and Distribution Systems experience
- ✓Mechanical aptitude, including pneumatics, hydraulics, welding, etc.
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Job Details
Division: Nucor Steel Seattle, Inc.
Location: Seattle, WA, United States
Other Available Locations: N/A
Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.
Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.
Basic Job Functions
Nucor Steel Seattle is accepting applications for the position of Industrial Electrician. Industrial Electricians work for and report to the Electrical Lead and the Electrical Supervisor in either the Melt Shop or Roll Mill. Electricians must be committed to their own personal safety as well as the safety of others around them. Electricians are required to troubleshoot complex electrical and mechanical systems, while working individually or as a part of a team with other maintenance and production personnel. Industrial Electricians must be able to function safely in a high stress environment and will be responsible for maintaining all production and auxiliary support equipment in a craftsman-like manner.
Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.