Electrical Engineer 3

Technology Transfer Services; Warren (MI); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 78 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Technology Transfer Services seeks an Electrical Facilitator to deliver high‑quality technical instruction and hands‑on learning for Electrical Apprentices under the Technical Learning University (TLU).

You will develop and deliver courses on electrical fundamentals, PLCs, Rockwell/Siemens controls, VFDs, HMIs, CNC systems, robotics, safety, and troubleshooting, while maintaining a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Significant experience in industrial electrical maintenance and controls.
• Ability to read electrical prints and schematics.
• Experience coaching or training apprentices.
• Familiarity with apprenticeship programs and competency-based learning.

Responsabilités

• Facilitate classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction for Electrical Apprentice courses.
• Deliver training on electrical fundamentals, PLCs, Rockwell/Siemens controls, VFDs, HMIs, CNC systems, robotics.
• Prepare lesson plans, demonstrations, and assessments.
• Assess learner knowledge and provide timely coaching and feedback.
• Track learner progress, attendance, and completion in learning systems.
• Maintain safe training equipment and work environments.

Connaissances

Electrical theory

Troubleshooting

Adult learning

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Formation

High school diploma

Associate degree in electrical technology

Outils

Rockwell Automation

Siemens

HMI software

PLC basics

Description du poste

The Electrical Facilitator, reporting to the Technical Learning University (TLU), delivers high-quality technical instruction and hands-on learning experiences for Electrical Apprentices. This role supports the development of skilled trades talent through classroom, laboratory, and applied training aligned to manufacturing technologies, safety standards, and apprenticeship requirements.

The facilitator will help apprentices build the technical knowledge, troubleshooting skills, and confidence required to succeed in electrical maintenance roles across manufacturing facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction & Facilitation

• Facilitate classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction for Electrical Apprentice courses.
• Deliver training in areas such as:
  • Electrical fundamentals and print reading
  • PLC fundamentals
  • Rockwell and Siemens controls
  • Motor controls and variable frequency drives
  • HMI and industrial automation systems
  • CNC electrical maintenance
  • Robotics, vision systems, and applied troubleshooting

Course Development & Delivery

• Prepare lesson plans, demonstrations, laboratory activities, assessments, and course materials.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and focused learning environment that encourages questions, practice, and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate electrical, controls, automation, and troubleshooting concepts using realistic manufacturing equipment and scenarios.

Learner Development

• Assess apprentice knowledge and hands-on proficiency; provide timely coaching and feedback.
• Track learner participation, progress, attendance, and completion in applicable learning systems.
• Support apprentice onboarding, orientation, capstone activities, skills demonstrations, and other program events.
• Partner with TLU curriculum developers, program leaders, plant representatives, and subject‑matter experts to maintain relevant and effective training.
• Support course updates based on changes in equipment, technology, processes, and workforce requirements.
• Share plant and industry best practices with learners and the broader TLU team.

Safety & Equipment Management

• Maintain training equipment, laboratories, tools, and instructional materials in a safe and operational condition.
• Promote safe work practices, including applicable electrical safety, lockout/energy control, PPE, and laboratory procedures.

Travel

• Travel occasionally to company facilities, plants, supplier locations, or other training sites as business needs require.

Core Competencies

• Technical expertise and practical problem solving
• Facilitation and adult learning skills
• Safety leadership
• Coaching and learner development
• Collaboration and relationship building
• Organization and time management
• Adaptability and continuous improvement
• Clear communication and sound judgment

Working Conditions

This is primarily an on‑site, hands‑on training role at a TLU facility and may require work in classrooms, laboratories, and simulated manufacturing environments. The role may require standing for extended periods, working around energized or industrial training equipment under approved safety procedures, wearing required PPE, and occasionally traveling to company facilities.

Job Requirements

Measures of Success

Success in this role will be measured by:

• Apprentice completion, engagement, and demonstrated skill attainment
• Safe and effective delivery of assigned courses
• Learner and stakeholder feedback
• Technical accuracy and currency of instructional content
• Readiness of training equipment and learning environments
• Consistent alignment with TLU, and apprenticeship program standards

Additional Information

This position supports TLU's mission to provide a safe, focused learning environment that prepares manufacturing workforce for the future. Electrical Apprentices complete portions of their development at the plant and community college, with the remainder of the multi‑year program delivered through TLU.

Required Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma

Technical Experience

• Significant experience in industrial electrical maintenance, controls, automation, robotics, or a related skilled‑trades discipline
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting electrical and control systems in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of electrical theory, schematics, industrial controls, and safe work practices
• Ability to read and interpret electrical prints, wiring diagrams, control narratives, and technical documentation

Training & Development

• Experience coaching, mentoring, training, or developing apprentices, technicians, or other adult learners
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, practical instruction

Professional Skills

• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Proficiency with common computer applications and learning or documentation systems
• Ability to work effectively with hourly employees, salaried professionals, plant leaders, instructors, and external partners

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications & Education

• Journeyperson electrician license, state electrical license, or equivalent recognized trade credential
• Associate degree, technical certificate, or formal apprenticeship completion in electrical technology, automation, controls, or a related field

Technical Expertise

• Experience with:
  • Rockwell Automation
  • Siemens
  • Fanuc
  • Industrial robotics
  • Vision systems
  • Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
  • Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs)
  • CNC systems

Industry & Instructional Experience

• Experience in manufacturing operations or with automotive manufacturing equipment
• Experience developing technical curriculum, laboratory exercises, assessments, or standardized work
• Familiarity with apprenticeship programs, competency‑based learning, or community college technical education
• Experience using learning management systems and digital training tools