Electrical Engineer - Wayland Area

Job Description:

Electrical Engineer | Wayland, MI

Salary Range: $74,000 - $119,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling in electrical engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Wayland seeking Electrical Engineers to lead and enhance their operations.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Wayland region seeking Electrical Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates-not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Designs, tests, and commissions electrical systems for manufacturing equipment.
• Develops and maintains electrical schematics, control logic, and documentation.
• Troubleshoots and resolves complex electrical issues on production lines.
• Implements and optimizes PLC programs and HMI interfaces.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams on new product introductions and process improvements.
• Ensures compliance with electrical safety standards and regulations.
• Selects and specifies electrical components and hardware.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in electrical design, testing, and troubleshooting within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical) for schematic design and panel layouts.
• Strong understanding of PLCs, HMIs, and industrial control systems.
• Experience with motor control, power distribution, and electrical safety standards (e.g., NFPA 70E).

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) for industrial automation.
• Familiarity with robotics and automation systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of Industry 4.0 concepts and their application in manufacturing.
• Experience with vision systems for quality control and process automation.
• Certification in relevant electrical safety standards (e.g., NFPA 70E).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Electrical Engineer, Power Systems Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, Electronics Engineer, Design Electrical Engineer, Hardware Engineer, Firmware Engineer, Test Electrical Engineer, Automation Engineer, Instrumentation Engineer, Field Electrical Engineer, Project Electrical Engineer, Senior Electrical Engineer

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at ;br>
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:
Resume
Offers
Robotics
Access
Support
Instrumentation
Interfaces
Operations
Compliance
Salary
Hiring
Partnerships
SolidWorks
Electrical Engineering
Recruiting
Compensation
Components
Electronics
Quality Control
Manufacturing
Automation
Programming
AutoCAD
Regulations
Troubleshooting
Preparation
Software
Testing
Documentation
Design
Engineering

Salary Package:
$ 74,000.00 - 119,000.00 (US Dollar)