Skip to main content
Tallo logoTallo logo

Find Jobs

Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location

Skip to job details

Back to Results

Apply for this opportunity

To apply for this job, you'll continue to an external website or email application.

Perceptron INC

Project Engineer

Career Insights for Electrical Project Engineer

See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.

Scorecard

Based on Michigan data

Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?

Were these scores useful?

What they do

An Electrical Project Engineer supervises and coordinates electrical engineering projects.

$96,634 / year median in Michigan

+6% projected growth

Explore Career

Job Description

To succeed, you will need
  • Associate's degree (Engineering, Technology, Automation) preferably with experience in vision systems, robot programming, logic controller, and/or tool making.
  • Bachelor's Degree (Engineering, Math, Physics) or equivalent education and experience.
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, drawings, and project requirements.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Strong customer-service mindset and professional demeanor.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and work remotely in field. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role. Job Responsibilities
  • Install, commission, test, and debug machine vision systems at customer facilities.
  • Travel extensively to customer sites to support project implementation and commissioning activities.
  • Execute assigned projects according to established schedules, milestones, and customer deadlines.
  • Report directly to the assigned Project Manager for project execution while maintaining alignment with functional management.
  • Serve as the primary on-site technical representative and liaison between the customer and the company.
  • Represent the company with professionalism, integrity, and a customer-focused attitude at all times.
  • Maintain regular communication with customers regarding project status, technical issues, and system performance.
  • Provide detailed and timely project updates, technical reports, and issue documentation to Project Managers.
  • Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve system issues related to machine vision, robotics, and automation equipment.
  • Perform robot programming, troubleshooting, and optimization activities as required by project scope.
  • Support basic PLC sequence troubleshooting and diagnostics without performing PLC programming.
  • Verify system functionality and performance through testing, validation, and customer acceptance activities.
  • Proactively identify technical challenges and implement corrective actions whenever possible before escalating issues.
  • Collaborate with engineering, project management, and support teams to resolve technical problems efficiently.
  • Document field changes, lessons learned, and recommendations for future improvements.
  • Ensure all work is performed in accordance with company procedures, customer requirements, and safety standards.
  • Support project completion activities and assist with customer training when required.
In return, we offer Culture of trust and accountability Lifelong learning and career growth Innovation powered by people Comprehensive compensation and benefits Health and well-being Job location This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Plymouth, MI. You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.