Electrical Engineer

Trident Maritime Systems-Heavy Equipment Group; Kingsford (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Trident Maritime Systems - Heavy Equipment Group is seeking an entry-level Electrical Engineer to work on-site in Kingsford, MI. The role involves designing and developing electrical controls under the supervision of Senior Engineers.

Key responsibilities include interpreting customer specifications, performing programming for PLCs and VFDs, and preparing layout drawings. We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with electrical design in powered machinery is a plus.
• Ability to integrate various electrical components into designs.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical controls for projects under supervision.
• Interpret customer specifications and develop product design concepts.
• Prepare layout drawings, schematics, and perform electrical calculations.

Skills

Electrical design

Electrical equipment integration

Troubleshooting

PLCs and VFDs programming

Education

B.S.E.E or 4-year Electrical Engineering Technology

Job description

At Trident Maritime Systems - Heavy Equipment Group, we don't just build systems–we build careers. As a leader in the marine and defense industry, we're looking for innovative, forward‑thinking professionals who are ready to take on complex challenges and deliver real‑world solutions.

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to work on site at our Kingsford, MI location.

The Electrical Engineer

is an entry level position that will have the opportunity to design and develop electrical controls/automation of assigned engineering tasks and projects while under close supervision of Senior Electrical Engineers.

Major Duties

• Interpretation of and compliance with customer purchase specifications.
• Develop design or design concept and product specifications within cost and budget goals.
• Make preparation of layout drawings and schematics.
• Perform electrical calculations.
• Perform programming for PLCs, VFDs, and other requirements as required.
• Prepare detail and assembly drawings.
• Confer with engineering mentor on problems encountered and questions arising on project.
• Develop requirements for and specify purchase components.
• Support manufacturing and customers by troubleshooting and testing products.
• Communicate with other organizational operations on project requirements.
• Participate in design reviews and other assigned activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• B.S.E.E or 4‑year Electrical Engineering Technology
• Internship in electrical design of powered (electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic) machinery.
• Electrical Equipment experience includes integration of VFDs, Motors, Contactors, relays, HMIs, and Panel design.
• Must be able to travel between plant locations and to customer sites based on project needs; short notice travel may be required.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, and additional perks designed to support your well‑being and professional growth. Come join our winning team!