About this opportunity
Aerotek lists this Machine Tool Electrician opportunity in southfield, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Machine Tool Electrician
This role focuses on installing, wiring, and troubleshooting machine tool and automation equipment, including conveyor and robotic lines, in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The electrician will work with high-voltage systems up to 480V, interpret electrical prints, and ensure all installations meet quality and safety standards. The position involves project-based work and requires comfort with traveling between plant locations and an installation site in Southfield.
Responsibilities
Install and wire electrical panels and systems up to 240V and 480V, ensuring all components are correctly connected and functioning.
Perform plug-and-play electrical installations for conveyor lines and robotic lines, following project specifications and safety guidelines.
Read and interpret electrical prints and blueprints, accurately identifying components such as resistors and understanding all symbols and schematic details.
Execute pneumatic installations on new equipment builds, integrating electrical and pneumatic systems as required.
Build and wire machine tool and automation panels, including panel layout, component mounting, and internal wiring, when needed.
Conduct electrical troubleshooting and maintenance on machine tools, automation equipment, and conveyor systems using multimeters and other diagnostic tools.
Install and bend conduit, pull wire, and route cabling to support new installations and modifications to existing systems.
Verify that all wiring, connections, and terminations meet project requirements and comply with applicable safety and quality standards.
Use hand tools and test equipment such as wire strippers, crimpers, and multimeters to perform daily electrical tasks.
Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, meeting project timelines and adapting to changing priorities and schedules.
Travel to plant locations and to the Southfield site as needed for installation projects and ongoing electrical work.
Essential Skills
Strong experience installing and wiring electrical panels and systems up to 240V and 480V.
Ability to enter electrical panels and perform full wiring of 240V and 480V panels safely and accurately.
Proficiency in plug-and-play electrical installation for conveyor lines and robotic lines.
Advanced ability to read and interpret electrical prints, including identifying resistors and other components and understanding electrical symbols and schematics.
Hands-on experience with pneumatic installations on new equipment builds.
Skill in panel wiring and electrical component installation within machine tool and automation environments.
Experience with electrical troubleshooting and electrical maintenance using multimeters and other test equipment.
Capability to install, bend, and route conduit and to pull wire for new and existing installations.
Comfort working with high-voltage systems and automation equipment in a production setting.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple project tasks.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Panel build experience, including layout and assembly of electrical control panels (nice to have).
Familiarity with machine tool electrical systems and automation installations.
Experience working with conveyor lines and robotic lines in industrial settings.
Knowledge of electrical troubleshooting techniques and use of multimeters for diagnostics.
Ability to travel between plant locations and an installation site in Southfield as required for projects.
Why Work Here?
You will join a project-focused environment that offers steady, full-time hours and the potential to transition from a contract assignment to a direct role based on performance and skill level. The organization values technical expertise, provides exposure to diverse automation and machine tool projects, and rewards dedication with opportunities for extended engagement. You will work alongside experienced professionals, gain hands-on experience with advanced industrial systems, and benefit from overtime earning potential during busy project periods.
Work Environment
The role is based in a fast-paced manufacturing and installation environment where you will work directly on plant floors and at an installation site. The schedule currently offers approximately 40 hours per week to start, with typical hours from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., totaling around 45 to 50 hours per week. The standard workdays are Monday through Friday, with some Saturdays expected later in the project and occasional Sundays as needed, with double time available after reaching a specified weekly hour threshold. You will regularly use tools such as wire strippers, crimpers, and multimeters, and work around conveyor systems, robotic lines, and machine tools in an industrial setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Warren, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Warren, MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026.
Worksite address
southfield, MI, 48076, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.