Job Description

Machine Tool Electrician (10 Openings)

Location: Sterling Heights, MI

Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite

Shift: Day Shift | Starts at 6:00 AM

Employment Type: Long-Term Contract

Requirements

• Must supply own tools
• Must be able to pass a drug screen including marijuana
• Regular and predictable attendance is required

Job Summary

The Machine Tool Electrician is responsible for planning, leading, and executing electrical installation and wiring activities for machine tool builds. This role includes technical leadership, hands-on electrical work, and coordination across design, manufacturing, and purchasing teams to ensure builds meet customer specifications, quality standards, and delivery schedules.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical & Technical Work

• Plan and execute wiring and installation of electrical equipment and fixtures
• Inspect wiring and installations for compliance with company and customer specifications
• Interpret electrical schematics, layouts, blueprints, and job orders
• Ensure proper power availability (power drops, bus capacity, transformers, voltage requirements)
• Support debug activities and startup as needed

Leadership & Coordination

• Plan, assign, and direct work activities for assigned electrical tasks
• Estimate labor hours and material requirements for job assignments
• Analyze and resolve technical and workflow issues
• Coordinate with Design, Purchasing, Follow‑Up, and Manufacturing teams
• Confer with other leaders to align departmental activities

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Interpret and enforce company policies and safety regulations
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications, OSHA, and Ontario Hydro requirements
• Adhere to quality system standards and participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• Identify and report safety and environmental concerns

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain time, build, and percentage‑complete records
• Track hit lists, materials, and progress status
• Mark up layouts, collect cable lengths, and document electrical changes
• Ensure drawing updates are communicated back to Controls Design

Process Improvement

• Recommend improvements to build methods, equipment performance, and product quality
• Suggest changes to working conditions and equipment usage to improve efficiency
• Support standard guidelines for preliminary wiring activities performed in-house

Qualifications

• Strong experience in machine tool or industrial electrical systems
• Proven ability to lead electrical build activities and troubleshoot complex issues
• Solid understanding of electrical codes, safety standards, and industrial controls
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications
• High level of craftsmanship and quality-focused workmanship

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