Electrical Machine Builder

Electrical Machine Builder - Saint Joseph, MI

Job Description

The Electrical Machine Builder is responsible for running wire for machines being built. You will work in a group with other builders and electricians, ranging from 3 to 10 people at a time, under the guidance of a set lead. You will handle all electrical work on the machine, including panel wiring, pulling wire, and installing AC motors ranging from 110 volts to 480 volts if necessary. Wiring will be done based on schematics. Please ensure you have your own tools as well.

Responsibilities

• Run wire for machines being built.
• Collaborate with a group of builders and electricians.
• Work under the guidance of a set lead for each machine build.
• Perform all electrical work on machines, including panel wiring and wire pulling.
• Install and work with AC motors ranging from 110 volts to 480 volts.
• Wire machines based on schematics.
• Ensure all tasks are completed with personal tools.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of electrical wiring experience.
• 2+ years of panel wiring experience.
• 2+ years of experience reading and interpreting schematics.
• 2+ years of experience working with 110 volt-480 volt AC motors.
• 2+ years of 24v wiring experience.
• Possession of basic hand tools, wire stripper, and crimper.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Technical training or schooling.
• Experience with machine installation or building.
• Experience with conveyor systems and automation.
• Journeyman Electrician certification.

Why Work Here?

We offer a dynamic environment where you will work on custom projects with cutting-edge technology. The company is experiencing rapid growth and has a large book of business, ensuring that you will always be engaged with new and exciting work.

Work Environment

The plant is clean, organized, and climate-controlled, providing a comfortable work environment. You will work alongside a diverse team, supporting the fabrication and machining departments as well as engineers to ensure timely machine builds. The atmosphere is friendly and collaborative, allowing for personal interaction or independent work as preferred. Dress code includes nice jeans and a polo shirt, with safety equipment such as work boots and safety glasses required.

This is a Contract position based out of Shoreham, MI.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Shoreham,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 19, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.