WFQ is seeking a skilled, motivated Machine Tool Electrician for a customer in Novi, MI. The ideal candidate should be customer-focused, eager to grow with the company, and able to work well in a collaborative environment.

Job Responsibilities & Duties for the Machine Tool Electrician:

Create and modify PLC and HMI programs
Upload programs to machines, perform start-up, and troubleshoot issues
Build, wire, and install electrical control panels
Wire control panels, hydraulic units, and field devices to machines
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair machine electrical systems
Collaborate with mechanical and fluid power teams to ensure proper system operation
Serve as a field service technician to service and repair machines at customer sites
Assist other manufacturing departments as needed based on workload
Perform additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications for the Machine Tool Electrician:

Associate’s degree with education in PLC programming or a minimum of 2 years of experience programming PLCs and HMIs
Willingness to learn servo drive systems
Experience installing electrical wiring and building control panels (PLC, relay logic, HMIs, push buttons, etc.)
Proven ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical malfunctions using PLC and relay logic
Strong knowledge of electrical theory, wiring practices, and industrial control systems
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics, and build systems to print
Experience replacing faulty components, rewiring circuits, and ensuring proper system functionality
Possession of industry-relevant tools and reliable transportation
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (approximately 5%)

Preferred Qualifications for the Machine Tool Electrician:

Experience fabricating electrical support structures and bracketry

Schedule for the Machine Tool Electrician:

Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–2:30 PM (8-hour shifts)
Occasional overtime and Saturdays as required to meet delivery schedules

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

Machine Tool Electrician: 5 years (Required)
PLC Programming: 5 years (Required)
Electrical: 5 years (Required)
PLC & HMI Programs: 5 years (Required)

Location:

Novi, MI 48375 (Required)

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Novi, MI 48375 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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