Electrical Engineer, Level 2

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI seeks an Electrical Engineer II to design electrical and controls for custom environmental test chambers. You will prepare schematics, BOMs, wiring diagrams, and production docs, supporting design, build, test, and field activities.

Responsibilities include integrating PLC hardware, sensors, motors, and VFDs, applying NEC/UL 508A/NFPA standards, and improving manufacturability and serviceability while maintaining ERP/MRP records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3–10 years of electrical engineering or industrial controls experience.
• Proficient in reading, interpreting, and writing technical instructions, specifications, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Independently design control panels and power-distribution systems for custom chambers.
• Size components, protection devices, wiring, and layouts.
• Create and release electrical schematics, BOMs, wire data, design packages, and service documentation.
• Use AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical to update design documentation.
• Coordinate design details with Sales Release and Mechanical Design for electrical schematic and BOM reviews.
• Resolve production and panel assembly issues.
• Improve manufacturability, quality, cost, and serviceability.
• Support production, testing, troubleshooting, and corrective actions.
• Maintain project records, BOMs, and ERP/MRP data.

Skills

PLC hardware

Instrumentation

Industrial controls

Power distribution

Multi-phase AC systems

Communication & teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

ERP/MRP BOM data mgmt

SAP

Job description

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Electrical Engineer, Level 2

Engineering Full Time Professional Grand Rapids, MI, US

Job Purpose

Electrical Engineer II is an intermediate-level engineering role that develops electrical and controls designs for WNA custom environmental test chambers. This role prepares accurate, buildable schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, BOM’s, and production documentation while supporting projects through design, build, test, installation, and field support. The position applies PLC-based controls, UL 508A/NEC requirements, manufacturability, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement practices.

Duties and Responsibilities

• “Independently design control panels and power-distribution systems for custom chambers.
• Size components, protection devices, wiring, and layouts.
• Create and release applicable electrical schematics, BOM’s, wire data, design packages, and service documentation. Design releases will be reviewed and approved by Level 3 engineer or Engineering Team Leader.
• Use AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical to update design documentation.
• Integrate PLC hardware, sensors, motors, heaters, VFD’s, and related controls.
• Apply NEC, NFPA, UL, and UL 508A requirements.
• Coordinate design details using input from Sales Release and Mechanical Design to prepare electrical schematic and BOM’s for review with Senior Engineers.
• Resolve production and panel assembly issues.
• Improve manufacturability, quality, cost, and serviceability.
• Support production, testing, troubleshooting, and corrective actions.
• Maintain project records, BOM’s, and ERP /MRP data.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications to meet Level 2 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 3–10 years of electrical engineering or industrial controls experience.
• Experience creating electrical designs and documentation for industrial equipment.
• Proficient in using AutoCAD for electrical schematic development.
• Knowledge of industrial power distribution, multi-phase AC systems, controls, PLC hardware, instrumentation, and control components.
• Ability to read, interpret, and write technical instructions, specifications, and documentation.
• Ability to define problems, evaluate data, implement controlled design corrections, and manage multiple priorities.
• Basic understanding of refrigeration cycles and the core components/physical properties.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills .

Additional Qualifications

• AutoCAD Electrical experience and ERP/MRP experience for BOM and production data management; SAP a plus
• Exposure to hands -on work such as wiring, panel assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical systems.
• Experience writing and interpreting PLC logic and control systems. Ladder logic and function block PLC experience a plus.
• Familiarity with compliance standards such as NEC, NFPA, UL, (UL 508A preferred)

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Work is primarily desk-based with regular movement through production and test areas. The role includes extended computer work, review of detailed technical information, frequent lifting up to 10 lb., occasional lifting up to 50 lb . , and occasional climbing, bending, squatting, and travel. Reasonable accommodation may be made to help qualified individuals perform the essential functions.

Job Description Acknowledgment

This job description summarizes the primary duties and qualifications for the position. It is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of every responsibility. Duties may be adjusted based on business needs, project assignments, and management direction.