Electrical Manufacturing Engineer

Strive Solutions; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Strive Solutions in Kokomo, IN is seeking a Manufacturing Electrical Engineer to design, program, and optimize electrical and control systems for high-volume automotive manufacturing lines.

You will lead PLC-based controls and robotics projects, troubleshoot complex issues, and collaborate with engineering and operations teams to launch new products while ensuring safety and compliance across the production floor.

Qualifications

• Experience with PLCs, robotics, and industrial automation.
• Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve complex system issues.
• Experience leading root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Knowledge of safety practices and compliance in industrial environments.
• Collaborative mindset to work with engineering and operations.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and optimize PLC-based controls and robotics for production lines.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical and controls issues across equipment and systems.
• Lead root cause analyses and implement corrective actions to improve reliability.
• Ensure electrical designs meet safety and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product launches.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance line performance and efficiency.

Skills

PLC & robotics

Industrial automation

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Safety & compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Manufacturing Electrical Engineer to support Automotive Engineering & Design by designing, programming, and optimizing electrical and controls systems for high-volume manufacturing lines.

Key duties

• Design, program, and optimize PLC-based controls, robotics, and automation equipment for manufacturing production lines.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical and controls issues across equipment and systems.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions to resolve failures and improve reliability.
• Ensure electrical and controls designs meet safety standards and compliance requirements.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support product launches.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance line performance and operational efficiency.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong electrical controls and automation engineering knowledge (PLCs, robotics, industrial automation).
• Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve complex system issues.
• Experience leading root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Knowledge of safety practices and compliance in industrial environments.
• Collaborative mindset to work effectively with engineering and operational stakeholders.