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Automation controls electrical engineer

AUTOMATION CONTROLS ELECTRICAL ENGINEER.

bay city, michigan

Posted 10/16/2026

Closes 11/13/2026 Job details Summary Spherion

$72,000 - $85,000 per year

Permanent

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Industry

engineering (Architecture and Engineering Occupations)

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S_181616 Are you looking to advance your career in industrial automation with an established leader in leak testing automation equipment? We are seeking a collaborative, growth-minded Automation Controls Electrical Engineer to join our team in Bay City, MI. This role offers a unique professional mentorship opportunity: you will work directly alongside an experienced engineer preparing for retirement, giving you months of direct, hands-on knowledge transfer and system training before fully taking the reins. Whether you are an ambitious engineering graduate with co-op experience or an experienced professional looking for your next long-term home, this position offers the room, resources, and support to grow your technical expertise.

Schedule & Benefits Work Schedule:

Structured daytime schedule, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM (offering steady, built-in overtime pay).

Location:

This is an in-person role, requiring reporting to Bay City, MI each day. Most customer issues can be resolved virtually, but there may be a rare instance requiring travel to a customer site.

Benefits Package:

Generous company health, dental, and vision insurance options, retirement plan contributions, paid time off, and ongoing career development support. ...

Responsibilities:

Design and develop automation control systems, pneumatic layouts, and operator interface panels.

Select, specify, and integrate electrical, safety, and control components.

Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, safety elements, and network communications.

Interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications.

Create and update detailed industrial electrical schematics using AutoCAD.

Partner with production and technical teams to ensure seamless machine integration and performance.

Qualifications:

• Open to candidates with a minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience, OR recent graduates with relevant co-op/internship experience, as well as mid-to-senior engineers looking for a stable transition.
• A four-year degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field is preferred (equivalent practical experience combined with a foundational degree/diploma will also be considered).
• Proficiency in drafting and interpreting industrial prints using AutoCAD (utilized for nearly all design work).
• Familiarity with hardware and software from major PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, GE, or Omron (a foundational understanding with an eagerness to expand skills is welcome).
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, IO-Link, PROFIBUS).

Practical understanding of pneumatic systems, safety circuits, and control panel design. If you are ready to build a rewarding career in control systems design and step into a supportive environment with built-in mentorship, we want to hear from you! today to connect with our team. Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

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 Spherion, 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 Callcenter@spherion.com. 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, Spherion 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). Show more

key responsibilities Design and develop automation control systems, pneumatic layouts, and operator interface panels.

Select, specify, and integrate electrical, safety, and control components.

Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, safety elements, and network communications.

Interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications.

Create and update detailed industrial electrical schematics using AutoCAD.Partner with production and technical teams to ensure seamless machine integration and performance. experience 1-4 years skills Open to candidates with a minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience, OR recent graduates with relevant co-op/internship experience, as well as mid-to-senior engineers looking for a stable transition. qualifications A four-year degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field is preferred (equivalent practical experience combined with a foundational degree/diploma will also be considered).Proficiency in drafting and interpreting industrial prints using AutoCAD (utilized for nearly all design work).Familiarity with hardware and software from major PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, GE, or Omron (a foundational understanding with an eagerness to expand skills is welcome).Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, IO-Link, PROFIBUS).Practical understanding of pneumatic systems, safety circuits, and control panel design. education Bachelors share this job.

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