Electrical Engineer

Jackson, MI
job summary:
Offers per diem! Large utility is looking for a Electrical Engineer in Central MI. Must have previous generation or TD experience, previous experience working on large projects, and previous experience with major procurements of large generation equipment (switchgear, breakers, transformers, etc.). This is a long term opportunity!

location: Jackson, Michigan
job type: Contract
salary: $70 - 80 per hour
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: Bachelors

responsibilities:
Engineering and Integration: Responsible for the engineering and integration of hardware and software for:

  • Programmable/configurable devices.

  • Substation network devices.

  • Legacy electrical devices in electric substations and on electric lines.
Design Support: Support the detailed design of multiple projects based on CAD design drawings produced by others in the I&C Division.

Hands-on Prototyping and Testing: Work hands-on in a lab environment performing:

  • System prototyping.

  • Test setups.

  • Connection/integration of devices.
Typical Devices: Work with devices such as programmable automation controllers, communications devices, network devices, Remote Terminal Units (RTU), protective and control relays, meters, transformer monitors/controllers, transducers, and generic controls for Intelligent Electrical Devices (IEDs).

Required Qualifications and Skills

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

  • Analytical Skills: strong analytical skills are required.

  • Communication: Good clear oral and written communications skills and customer relations skills are required.

  • Software Proficiency: Prior MS Access, MS Excel, and MS Word skills are required.
Personal Attributes:

  • Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and extremely self-motivated.

  • Dedicated interest in the integration, connectivity design, networking, programming, and configuration of IEDs.

  • Ability to work successfully in a diverse team environment with employees of varying technical skills and grade levels.
Desired (Optional) Skills and Experience

  • Device Experience: Prior experience with programmable/configurable devices, such as RTUs, regulator, and recloser controls.

  • Programming Standards: Experience with the IEC-61131 programming suite.

  • Communication Protocols: Experience with the DNP-3.0 protocol (both serial and IP).

  • High-Level Language: Experience programming in VB.NET or another high-level language.
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qualifications:

  • Experience level: Experienced
  • Education: Bachelors

skills:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Power Generation


    Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

    At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].


    Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).


    This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Posted 2026-01-27

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