Electrician

Gabletek Robotics and Controls Solutions; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gabletek Robotics and Controls Solutions in Plymouth, Michigan is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician. This role involves supporting the build, layout, wiring, and startup of automated manufacturing systems. Ideal candidates have strong expertise in EPLAN, machine wiring, and electrical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities include overseeing electrical build activities, troubleshooting electrical systems, and mentoring junior staff. The position requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, focused on automation and industrial systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial electrician or machine tool electrical build experience preferred.
• Strong experience with EPLAN electrical design drawings and schematics.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints and layout drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical build and wiring activities for automated manufacturing systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems, controls, safety circuits, and motors.
• Work closely with controls engineers, mechanical build teams, and project management.

Skills

EPLAN

Industrial automation

Electrical troubleshooting

Machine wiring

PLC troubleshooting

Safety systems

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Job description

Industrial Electrician

Location: Plymouth, Michigan

Permanent Position

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician to support the build, layout, wiring, and startup of automated manufacturing and assembly systems. This position is ideal for a high-level electrical specialist who can lead electrical build activities, interpret machine layouts, and support complex automation projects from assembly through commissioning.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience with EPLAN, machine wiring, industrial automation systems, and electrical troubleshooting within manufacturing or machine tool environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Electrical build and wiring activities for automated manufacturing systems and machinery
• Read and interpret EPLAN drawings, electrical schematics, machine layouts, and panel drawings
• Perform and oversee machine wiring, panel wiring, conduit installation, and device termination
• Coordinate electrical layouts and routing based on machine design and production requirements
• Troubleshoot electrical systems, controls, safety circuits, motors, VFDs, and field devices
• Support machine startup, commissioning, debugging, and system validation
• Work closely with controls engineers, mechanical build teams, and project management
• Ensure electrical work is completed accurately, efficiently, and to customer standards
• Assist in mentoring and guiding junior electricians and build technicians
• Identify and resolve electrical build issues during assembly and integration phases
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment while following all company safety procedures

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience with EPLAN electrical design drawings and schematics
• Experience with machine layout, industrial machine wiring, and automation systems
• 5+ years of industrial electrician or machine tool electrical build experience preferred
• Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment
• Experience troubleshooting 24VDC and 480V systems
• Experience troubleshooting motor controls and VFDs
• Experience troubleshooting safety systems and field devices
• Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints and layout drawings
• Strong understanding of industrial automation and manufacturing equipment
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and leadership skills

Preferred Experience

• Machine tool or system integration background
• Automotive manufacturing or automation experience
• Robot cell wiring and integration
• Startup and commissioning support
• Field installation experience