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Engtal · Grand Rapids, Michigan
Electrical Engineer | Automotive Test Equipment & Custom Automated Machinery
Grand Rapids, MI
Employment Type:
Direct Hire
Travel:
10-20% (domestic and internationaL)
About the Opportunity
Engtal Staffing and Recruiting is partnering with a leading manufacturer of custom machinery and automotive test equipment in the Grand Rapids area to identify an Electrical Engineer. This role is responsible for the design, development, and implementation of electrical control systems for automotive test equipment and custom automated machinery. The successful candidate will work with minimal supervision, independently managing electrical design activities, developing PLC and HMI programs, and supporting machine startup, commissioning, and installation. This position is a key contributor on new machine designs, system upgrades, and controls improvements throughout the project lifecycle.
Key
Design and develop complete electrical control systems, schematics, and documentation for new equipment, upgrades, and customer-specific projects
Create, maintain, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI programs to support machine functionality, performance, and customer requirements
Develop and maintain project bills of material (BOMs), electrical print packages, and supporting technical documentation
Collaborate with customers, project managers, and cross-functional engineering teams to define system requirements and resolve technical issues
Provide technical support for manufacturing, machine build, installation, startup, and commissioning, both remotely and on-site
Lead or support machine startup, customer acceptance testing, and installation activities to ensure successful project completion
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior Electrical and Controls Engineers while supporting continuous improvement initiatives
Support troubleshooting and enhancement efforts for existing equipment, controls systems, and customer-driven upgrades
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline, with an emphasis in controls, automation, robotics, or systems design preferred
Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical design, industrial automation, machine controls, or a related engineering field
Proficiency in PLC and HMI programming and troubleshooting, preferably Allen-Bradley and Siemens platforms; experience with additional platforms is a plus
Ability to independently develop electrical schematics, control system designs, BOMs, and complete electrical print packages using AutoCAD, EPLAN, or similar software
Working knowledge of industrial automation systems, including VFDs, industrial networking, pneumatic systems, and hydraulic controls
Experience supporting machine startup, commissioning, installation, and troubleshooting in manufacturing or customer-facing environments
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and interact effectively with customers and cross-functional teams
Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 10-20% of the time
Preferred
Experience with custom machinery, automotive testing equipment, or industrial automation systems
Previous experience supporting equipment upgrades, retrofit projects, and controls modernization efforts
Understanding of robotics integration and motion control systems
Demonstrated ability to remain calm under pressure and troubleshoot effectively in production or customer environments
Details
| Company | Engtal |
| Location | Grand Rapids, Michigan |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | Full-time |