Electrician

Industrial Electrician

Location:

Plymouth, Michigan Permanent Position

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician to support the build, layout, wiring, and startup of automated manufacturing and assembly systems. This position is ideal for a high-level electrical specialist who can lead electrical build activities, interpret machine layouts, and support complex automation projects from assembly through commissioning. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with EPLAN, machine wiring, industrial automation systems, and electrical troubleshooting within manufacturing or machine tool environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Electrical build and wiring activities for automated manufacturing systems and machinery
• Read and interpret EPLAN drawings, electrical schematics, machine layouts, and panel drawings
• Perform and oversee machine wiring, panel wiring, conduit installation, and device termination
• Coordinate electrical layouts and routing based on machine design and production requirements
• Troubleshoot electrical systems, controls, safety circuits, motors, VFDs, and field devices
• Support machine startup, commissioning, debugging, and system validation
• Work closely with controls engineers, mechanical build teams, and project management
• Ensure electrical work is completed accurately, efficiently, and to customer standards
• Assist in mentoring and guiding junior electricians and build technicians
• Identify and resolve electrical build issues during assembly and integration phases
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment while following all company safety procedures

Required Qualifications:

• Strong experience with EPLAN electrical design drawings and schematics
• Experience with machine layout, industrial machine wiring, and automation systems
• 5+ years of industrial electrician or machine tool electrical build experience preferred
• Experience troubleshooting: PLC-controlled equipment 24
  
  VDC and 480V systems Motor controls and VFDs Safety systems and field devices
• Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints and layout drawings
• Strong understanding of industrial automation and manufacturing equipment
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and leadership skills

Preferred Experience:

• Machine tool or system integration background
• Automotive manufacturing or automation experience
• Robot cell wiring and integration
• Startup and commissioning support
• Field installation experience