Electrical Engineer

Detroit Manufacturing Systems•Wixom, MI

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About The Position

Voltava is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design, integrate, test, and improve electrical systems, working closely with mechanical, manufacturing, controls, and cross-functional teams. The role spans concept development and prototyping through production, with hands-on work addressing engineering challenges and supporting product performance, quality, reliability, and manufacturability. The position supports Voltava’s manufacturing and assembly work across automotive, industrial, e-mobility, heavy truck, defense, and technology sectors. The Electrical Engineer designs electrical systems and prototypes, troubleshoots issues in engineering and manufacturing environments, and helps transition designs into repeatable, production-ready processes. The role also involves selecting components, maintaining engineering documentation, developing test procedures and equipment, diagnosing failures, and implementing design improvements. Voltava describes its culture as collaborative and people-focused, and its total rewards package may include health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings programs with employer contributions, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and holidays, employee assistance resources, and wellness programs. Voltava is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations during hiring and employment.

Requirements

Experience designing, integrating, testing, or troubleshooting electrical systems.
Ability to read, create, and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
Experience selecting electrical components and documenting engineering designs.
Strong hands-on troubleshooting skills using tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and other laboratory equipment.
Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
Ability to communicate technical information clearly and collaborate effectively across engineering and manufacturing teams.
Ability to work safely and effectively in engineering and manufacturing environments.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience designing or integrating electrical systems for drones, robotics, automated equipment, or other electromechanical products.
Experience with PCB design, embedded systems, battery systems, motors, or motor controllers.
Experience developing manufacturing tests, production test equipment, or automated testing systems.
Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM) and transitioning products from development into production.
Experience with electrical CAD tools and engineering documentation systems.
Experience troubleshooting electrical systems in a production or high-volume manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and review electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, cable assemblies, and system interfaces.
Select electrical components based on performance, availability, reliability, and cost.
Develop and maintain electrical bills of materials (BOMs) and engineering documentation.
Build, test, and troubleshoot prototypes, assemblies, and production equipment.
Develop electrical test procedures, acceptance criteria, and production test equipment.
Diagnose electrical failures, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
Support manufacturing teams with technical guidance, troubleshooting, and clear work instructions.
Identify and implement design improvements to enhance reliability, quality, and manufacturability.
Collaborate with mechanical, manufacturing, controls, and other engineering teams to integrate power, controls, sensors, communications, and embedded systems.
Participate in design reviews, product revisions, and engineering change activities.
Support the transition of designs from development into repeatable, production-ready processes.