Electrical Engineer - Otsego Area

Job Description

Job Description

Electrical Engineer | Otsego, MI

Salary Range: $78,000 - $123,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in electrical engineer? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Otsego seeking experienced Electrical Engineers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Otsego region seeking Electrical Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test electrical systems for manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical failures in production machinery, minimizing downtime.
• Lead the installation, commissioning, and upgrade of new electrical infrastructure and automated systems.
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, control diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Implement and optimize PLC programming and HMI interfaces for process control and automation.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards, codes, and company policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve manufacturing efficiency and reliability through electrical system enhancements.

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience with industrial control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs.
• Proficiency in designing, troubleshooting, and maintaining industrial electrical power distribution systems (up to 480V).
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and create electrical schematics and P&IDs.
• Familiarity with electrical safety standards (e.g., NFPA 70E, NEC) and relevant manufacturing codes.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills for complex electrical and automation issues in a production environment.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with PLC programming (e.g., Rockwell, Siemens) and HMI development.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus).
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience with SCADA or MES systems for data acquisition and analysis.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Electrical Engineer, Senior Electrical Engineer, Power Systems Engineer, Electronics Engineer, Hardware Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, Embedded Systems Engineer, Electrical Design Engineer, PCB Design Engineer, RF Engineer, EE

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.