Electrical Machine Builder Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$32-$34/HR + $910/Week Per Diem

Overtime Available | Long-Term Project | Growth Opportunities

Are you an experienced Electrical Machine Builder, Panel Builder, or Industrial Electrical Technician looking for a long-term travel opportunity? Join a leading OEM manufacturer building custom, state-of-the-art industrial machinery used across the globe. This is a chance to work on unique, one-of-a-kind equipment while earning competitive pay, weekly per diem, and steady overtime.

✅ $910/week tax-free per diem (for qualified travelers)

✅ Long-term 12-18+ month assignment with potential extensions

✅ Consistent overtime available

✅ Work on custom OEM machinery, not repetitive production work

✅ Clean, modern, and organized facility

✅ Opportunity to expand your skills with PLCs, servo systems, automation, and advanced controls

✅ Join a team that values craftsmanship, quality, and career growth

As an Electrical Machine Builder, you'll be responsible for wiring and assembling custom industrial equipment from the ground up.

• Build and wire large industrial control panels
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints
• Install and terminate wiring for PLCs, servo drives, photo eyes, and vision systems
• Wire machinery ranging from 12V through 480V
• Install switchgear and three-phase power systems
• Perform point-to-point wiring and component installation
• Mount electrical panels, conduit, and hardware
• Troubleshoot and verify wiring for proper functionality
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to meet project deadlines
• Follow all electrical safety and quality standards

• Experience building and wiring industrial control panels
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Experience with high and low voltage electrical systems (12V-480V)
• Knowledge of three-phase power and electrical switchgear
• Experience running PLC cables and mounting electrical components
• Strong electrical assembly and machine wiring skills
• Ability to work independently and maintain attention to detail

• PLC installation and integration
• Servo drive, photo eye, and vision system wiring
• Custom machinery or OEM equipment manufacturing
• Conduit installation and machine building experience
• Industrial automation or controls background

You'll be working in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing facility building brand-new, custom OEM machinery. This is not maintenance work or field service. Every project is unique, offering the opportunity to continuously learn and develop new skills.

Available Shifts:

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
• 2nd Shift: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Overtime available on both shifts

• Electrical Machine Builders
• Industrial Electricians
• Control Panel Builders
• Electrical Assemblers
• Controls Technicians
• Automation Technicians
• Electrical Maintenance Technicians with panel wiring experience

Apply today to join a growing team and take your electrical career to the next level while earning strong pay, weekly per diem, and consistent overtime

Job Title: Electrical Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on electrical wiring and assembly of large control panels for specialized OEM machinery. You will read and interpret wiring schematics and diagrams, run PLC cables, mount components, and perform control wiring for customer products across a range of voltages up to 480V.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical panel control wiring assembly for customer products, ensuring accuracy, safety, and adherence to specifications.
• Read and interpret wiring schematics, wiring schedules, and point-to-point diagrams for OEM machinery and control panels.
• Run PLC cables and mount electrical components, including switchgear and control devices, in large control panels.
• Wire high and low voltage machinery from 12V, 24V, 120V, and 240V up to 480V in accordance with electrical standards and company procedures.
• Install and wire electrical switchgear and three-phase electrical power systems for machinery and control panels.
• Build and wire panels, including routing and terminating conductors, and ensuring proper labeling and organization.
• Install and support PLC systems, servo drives, and vision systems, including mounting and running associated cables.
• Mount panels and enclosures securely, ensuring proper alignment and compliance with mechanical and electrical requirements.
• Run and terminate cables for vision systems, photo eyes, and servo drives to support machine control and automation.
• Use conduit and other protective methods to route wiring safely and neatly within panels and machinery.
• Verify wiring connections and perform basic checks to ensure systems are ready for testing and operation.
• Collaborate with team members and follow work orders to complete projects efficiently and on schedule.

Essential Skills

• Proficient ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring schedules, and point-to-point diagrams.
• Hands-on experience with electrical wiring and assembly of large control panels.
• Strong knowledge of electrical switchgear and three-phase electrical power installations.
• Experience wiring high and low voltage machinery across 12V, 24V, 120V, 240V, and 480V.
• Skill in electrical assembly, including panel building and wiring.
• Ability to run PLC cables and mount electrical components accurately and safely.
• Experience mounting and running cables for vision systems, photo eyes, and servo drives.
• Familiarity with conduit use and best practices for routing and protecting wiring.
• Comfort working with OEM machinery and custom electrical solutions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience installing PLC systems and integrating them into control panels.
• background working with servo drives and motion control equipment.
• Exposure to vision systems used for machine control and inspection.
• Experience in clean, modern manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively to meet project deadlines.

Why Work Here?

You will work with unique, one-of-a-kind OEM machinery in a growing company that offers real opportunities for upward mobility. With a steady flow of work orders, there is strong potential for contract extensions and long-term engagement. The organization values professional growth, provides exposure to advanced automation technologies, and supports employees with a stable, well-organized work setting.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean, well-lit facility working on new equipment and advanced OEM machinery. The company operates multiple shifts, including a first shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with overtime available and a second shift from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., also with overtime opportunities. You will work in a modern production environment focused on electrical panel building, machinery wiring, and automation technologies, with organized workstations and a professional, safety-conscious atmosphere.

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

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $34.00/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 Detroit,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.