Electrical Controls Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 16, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 6, 2026. Disher scores B on the Alion truth index.
Electrical Controls Engineer - Grand Rapids, Michigan
DISHER is partnering with a leading global manufacturer in Grand Rapids, MI to fill their Electrical Controls Engineer position. This company designs and builds advanced surface preparation equipment and systems for industrial applications. Their products set the standard for quality, reliability, and innovation in the markets they serve. They are a growing team that values hard work, creativity, and a positive attitude. They are looking for a creative and strategic Electrical Controls Engineer to support control system design, equipment development, documentation, and internal engineering initiatives. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment, bringing fresh ideas to improve system performance and help drive engineering initiatives forward.
What It's Like to Work Here:
Founded with a focus on solving complex industrial challenges through innovative equipment design, this company has grown into a trusted leader in surface preparation technology. The team is dedicated to providing high-quality solutions that deliver effective and efficient results while maintaining a strong commitment to customer support. Every employee plays a key role in upholding the company's commitment to excellence. The work environment fosters creativity and collaboration, encouraging everyone to contribute to the company's mission of delivering outstanding products and services worldwide. As a part of this dynamic and growth-oriented company, you'll be joining a team that is passionate about advancing industrial equipment technology and helping customers achieve their goals with the best solutions available.
What you will get to do:
- Receive/review project and product design requirements from Project Engineering.
- Complete concept designs and submit to Project Engineering for approval (Initial Design Review).
- Complete detail design and submit it to Project Engineering for approval and release (Final Design Review). Bill of Materials, Layout and Schematic Drawings; Software Design/Test, Design calculations.
- Complete project/product documentation and submit it to Project Engineering for approval (documentation review).
- Demonstrate integrity in all working relationships.
- Communicate and cooperate with all other departments in the organization.
- Constantly improve personal skills through training.
- Constantly improve the organization by innovating and implementing new ideas.
- Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
What will make you successful:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from a four-year college or university; or equivalent.
- Good electrical aptitude, familiarity with machine controls and wiring methods.
- Creativity and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to apply electrical engineering standards and techniques.
- Ability to design and read electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics.
- Computer skills, including CAD, word processing and spreadsheets.
- Ability to write software for PLCs, HMIs, CNCs, Robots, and peripherals.
- Troubleshooting skills.
- Willingness to travel on a limited basis as required.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Physical Demands