Plant Electrical Engineer III

Amtec Staffing; Redford Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Amtec Staffing is seeking an Electrical / Electronic Engineer III for a Redford, MI facility. This role focuses on electrical systems for the plant, office, and operations areas, emphasizing energy efficiency and project management across multiple initiatives.

Responsibilities include specifying equipment, troubleshooting plant infrastructure, coordinating with trades and contractors, and ensuring safety standards per NFPA 70E.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology (or equivalent).
• At least five years of Plant or Facility Engineering experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read prints and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Estimate, plan, coordinate design, and manage installation of facility projects.
• Specify equipment and systems to support plant infrastructure and facility processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve plant infrastructure and facility process issues.
• Coordinate work with in-house trades, supervisors, and outside contractors.
• Apply NFPA 70E and NEC standards in daily tasks.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Plant engineering

Project management

Troubleshooting

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Maximo

SAP

Outlook

Job description

Title: Electrical / Electronic Engineer III

Location: Redford, MI

Duration: 2 years

Schedule: 7am-3:30pm

Pay: $58-62/HR

NO C2C Partnerships or Staffing Support

Position Summary:

Perform engineering duties related to electrical systems for the plant facility, office, & operations areas. Improve the energy efficiency of operating infrastructure & manufacturing equipment to reduce the overall energy costs. Manage and coordinate small and large engineering projects.

Job Functions:

• Estimate, plan, coordinate design, and manage installation of facility projects.
• Specify equipment and systems to support plant infrastructure and facility processes.
• Troubleshoot and solve problems related to the plant infrastructure and facility processes.
• Support plant infrastructure and facility process equipment which includes, but is not limited to: compressors, chillers, HVAC systems, electrical distribution systems (15kV, 4.8kV, 480V, 120V), standby generator & UPS systems, fiber optic & Ethernet communication systems, Life Safety systems (smoke & fire detection, annunciation & notification, fire suppression), security systems (card access, camera, gate control), and lighting.
• Plan & coordinate work with skilled in-house tradesman & supervisors, as well as outside contractors & service technicians.
• Provide and implement designs for electrical infrastructure equipment and systems.
• Working knowledge & practical use of National Electric Code (NFPA) & NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace.
• Participate in teams and cross-functional groups.
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision.
• Project management and plant engineering functions.

Required:

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology (or equivalent), and at least five years Plant Engineering or Facility Engineering experience.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.
• High level of analytical ability to solve complex problems.
• Ability to interpret prints and drawings.
• Understanding of building, infrastructure, and utility functions.
• Ability to work in an industrial work environment.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with Machining, Assembly, Test, & Final manufacturing processes.
• Experience working in a unionized labor environment.
• Familiarity with Maximo, SAP, and Outlook.