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

24VDC 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