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GABLETEK

Builds robotic systems and factory automation

Industrial Electrician

Full-Time
No salary listed
Senior
Plymouth, MI, USA
In Person
Building TradesElectrical, Welding & Sheet Metal

About the job

Requirements
  • Strong experience with EPLAN electrical design drawings and schematics.
  • Experience with machine layout, industrial machine wiring, and automation systems.
  • 5+ years of industrial electrician or machine tool electrical build experience.
  • Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment, 24VDC and 480V systems, motor controls and variable frequency drives, safety systems, and field devices.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints and layout drawings.
  • Strong understanding of industrial automation and manufacturing equipment.
  • Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and leadership skills.
Responsibilities
  • Perform electrical build and wiring activities for automated manufacturing systems and machinery.
  • Read and interpret EPLAN drawings, electrical schematics, machine layouts, and panel drawings.
  • Perform and oversee machine wiring, panel wiring, conduit installation, and device termination.
  • Coordinate electrical layouts and routing based on machine design and production requirements.
  • Troubleshoot electrical systems, controls, safety circuits, motors, variable frequency drives, and field devices.
  • Support machine startup, commissioning, debugging, and system validation.
  • Work closely with controls engineers, mechanical build teams, and project management.
  • Ensure electrical work is completed accurately, efficiently, and to customer standards.
  • Assist in mentoring and guiding junior electricians and build technicians.
  • Identify and resolve electrical build issues during assembly and integration phases.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment while following company safety procedures.
Desired Qualifications
  • Machine tool or system integration background.
  • Automotive manufacturing or automation experience.
  • Robot cell wiring and integration.
  • Startup and commissioning support.
  • Field installation experience.

About the company

GABLETEK builds and integrates industrial automation systems for manufacturers seeking to automate production processes. Its services include robot programming, PLC controls implementation and complete systems that combine robots, safety equipment, control panels and software. The engineering team supports applications such as assembly, welding, material handling, inspection, packaging and machine tending, working from initial consultation through installation, commissioning and production support. It also trains customer teams to operate the hardware, software and controls included in their systems. GABLETEK is headquartered in Troy, Michigan.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Troy, MI

Founded

N/A

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What believers are saying

  • Safety credentials: staff receive SafeMove, Dual Check Safety and Global Robotics Standards certification.
  • Equipment allowances: published benefits include $50 monthly cellphone reimbursement and a $150 annual boot allowance.
  • Paid cross-training: robot programmer trainees receive paid training after starting and between projects.

What critics are saying

  • Relocation exposure: maintenance technicians must accept travel and relocation for the duration of an assignment.
  • Finite project tenure: the advertised FANUC contract has an estimated end in January 2027.
  • Reactive workload: maintenance technicians handle unscheduled repairs alongside preventive maintenance and incident analysis.

What makes GABLETEK unique

  • Supplier recognition: GableTek lists ABB Authorized Value Provider and Kawasaki Preferred Integrator status.
  • Prebuilt integration: complete systems are integrated on GableTek's floor before installation at the customer site.
  • Customized customer courses: training programs are tailored to each company's specific needs.

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