Electrical Engineer

Job Title: Electrical EngineerJob Description

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing electrical control systems for custom automation projects. This role involves planning, executing, and supporting projects from concept through commissioning, utilizing experience and sound engineering judgment. The engineer will also provide PLC and HMI programming support, assist with in-house system builds, and offer field support for installed automotive test systems as needed.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical control systems for automation projects with minimal supervision.

• Plan and execute project deliverables using experience and independent judgment.

• Develop PLC and HMI programs for machine control systems.

• Support manufacturing and in-house system builds.

• Provide field support and troubleshooting for installed automotive test systems.

• Create and maintain complete electrical print sets.

• Develop and maintain accurate bills of material (BOMs) for assigned projects.

• Collaborate effectively with internal teams and external customers.

• Communicate technical information clearly using tact and diplomacy.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) with an emphasis on controls or systems design, or equivalent knowledge.

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant electrical engineering experience.

• Hands-on experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs).

• Proficiency in PLC programming with Allen-Bradley and Siemens.

• Basic understanding of industrial networking concepts.

• Basic knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.

• Proficiency with AutoCAD or EPLAN for electrical design.

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with additional PLC platforms such as Mitsubishi, GE, Omron, or others is a plus.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.

• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Work Environment

The work environment involves no travel and has the potential for a hybrid schedule after earning the trust of the manager. You will be involved in designing, building, and supporting complex diagnostic, inspection, and test systems in high-stakes environments where performance, safety, and reliability are crucial.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Rapids, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $110000.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Grand Rapids,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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