Control Electrician Jobs in Virginia
Control Electrician jobs in Virginia are open across Richmond, Manassas, and Stafford and other Virginia metros, with employers like Amazon, Ge Grid Solutions, and M.C. Dean hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.
This requisition is to support a new factory startup in Prince George, VA manufacturing large form-factor equipment. The product will be large (shipping container size), heavy (50+ tons), and complex. This position will be part of the core factory startup and onboarding team responsible for building the operations and manufacturing staff, fitting out the building, and creating the process flow/work instructions/etc. from the ground up. Skills to include: panel and point to point wire assembly, Medium Voltage, Low Voltage, and High Power Electronic assemblies.
JOB SUMMARY
The Master Electrician provides electrical and electronic support to the operations. Position entails working closely with the Electricians, Technicians and customers troubleshooting and repairing electrical and electronic equipment associated with Industrial Process Water Systems.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide senior level electrical and electronic management and directions to electric staff
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical and electronic equipment associated with water treatment systems at customer sites. Equipment includes, but not limited to, PLCs, VFDs, industrial process instrumentation, pumps, pneumatics, motor controls, PID controllers and power distribution
- Participate in equipment installation and start-ups at additional sites and/or at customer locations
- Provide customer technical support in person, via phone and electronically
- Work closely with the engineering group to produce accurate and complete documentation
- Must be able to read and follow schematics, Piping and Instrumentation Drawings (P&IDs) and electrical schematics
- Design and Produce electrical schematics and bill of materials (BOMs)
- Accurately apply knowledge of NEC and OSHA regulations as it relates to electrical
- Correctly size and specify wire, conduit, switches, panels, fuses, circuit breakers, etc.
- Assist in developing operations and training manuals
- Able to distill and apply information from manuals
- Assist, oversee and train lower level electricians with regard to equipment and process operations
- Advise other team members of operational procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical and electronic equipment and components
- Participate in implementation and maintenance of site Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs
- May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
- Possess working knowledge of typical industrial instrumentation and be able to perform calibrations and configuration of such devices
- Working knowledge of PLC programming
- Excellent communication skill: exhibit the ability to interact effectively with various types of people, and to drive compliance by ensuring the team understands how their work affects the overall success of the company
- Knowledge in various electrical software platforms for programming
- Proficient at PC office software such as excel, word, PowerPoint etc
- Detail oriented, commitment to deliver results
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver on tight timelines
- Excellent communication capability in both spoken and written
- Ability to manage effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
- Six Sigma Training or certification is preferred
- Customer service mindset
- Sound business acumen
- Strong interpersonal and team building skills
- Experience working in matrix organization
- Project and team management experience
- Strong domain Knowledge of SDI, Mobile and Water industry
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
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Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Control Electrician Job Market in Virginia
A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Amazon19

- Ge Grid Solutions9

- M.C. Dean7

- ABB5

- RoviSys Building Technologies5

Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing20
- Consulting & Professional Services18
- Construction & Real Estate13
- Energy11
- Technology & Software10
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in control electrician jobs across Virginia.
- Journeyman Electrician license or state-equivalent electrical certification
- Hands-on experience programming and troubleshooting PLCs such as Allen-Bradley or Siemens
- Proficiency reading and interpreting electrical schematics and ladder logic diagrams
- Experience with industrial motor controls, VFDs, and low-voltage control wiring
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 construction or general industry certification
- Associate degree or completion of an accredited electrical apprenticeship program
Control Electrician Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How many control electrician jobs are there in Virginia?
There are 94+ control electrician openings in Virginia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Richmond, Manassas, and Stafford. New positions post regularly as employers across Virginia hire.
How much do control electricians make in Virginia?
Control electricians in Virginia earn a median of about $62,900 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $40,780 for the lowest 10% to over $105,720 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Virginia cities have the most control electrician jobs?
Richmond, Manassas, and Stafford have the most control electrician openings in Virginia right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire control electricians in Virginia?
Employers hiring control electricians in Virginia include Amazon, Ge Grid Solutions, and M.C. Dean, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote control electrician jobs in Virginia?
Yes. About 7% of control electrician openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Virginia metros.
How do I apply for control electrician jobs in Virginia?
You can apply to control electrician jobs in Virginia directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Virginia location, then apply to each one that fits.
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