Engineering Jobs in Galesburg, MI

Job Title : Oceanography Category / Component: Officer • Both Overview Oceanography (OCEANO) Officers, also called METOC, are the Navy's geophysical experts who understand and apply all facets of meteorology, oceanography, hydrography, bathymetry, geophysics, and precise time and astrometry.

Their mission is to define and apply the physical environment, from the bottom of the ocean to the stars, to ensure the U.S.

Navy has the freedom of action to deter aggression, maintain freedom of the seas, and win wars.

Key Responsibilities Provide timely and relevant support to fleet and joint operations by leading the collection, processing, prediction, exploitation, and dissemination of environmental data.

Ensure safety of navigation, access to denied waters, freedom to maneuver at will, and increase the lethality of Navy forces.

Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large commands of over 400 personnel.

Serve as the one-of-one geophysical expert at an operational command.

What to Expect Serve in a variety of challenging operational billets with increasing scope and responsibility, both at sea and ashore.

The career path interweaves sea, shore, and educational tours.

Sea duty may include leading small team detachments on U.S.

and foreign vessels, serving as the embarked OCEANO Officer on an aircraft carrier or amphibious ship, or serving on a Strike Group or Joint Task Force staff.

Shore tours include assignments at major production commands, forecast centers, headquarters, Joint commands, the Navy Data Center, and Naval Research Labs.

Work Environment Assignments are worldwide, including Europe, Hawaii, Asia, and the Middle East.

Work environments range from being at sea on surface combatants, survey vessels, aircraft carriers, and amphibious ships to being ashore at major production commands, forecast centers, headquarters, and research facilities.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Initial training includes the 3-week Information Warfare Basic Course (IWBC) and the 7-week Basic Oceanography Accession Training (BOAT).

Officers may also attend Division Officer Leadership Course (DIVOLC).

Postgraduate education at the Naval Postgraduate School is required for officers at the LCDR level and senior, typically as mid-grade Lieutenants.

Promotions to LTJG and LT occur at 2 and 4 years of service, with competitive promotion opportunities to LCDR, CDR, CAPT, and Flag Officer ranks.

Requires a Baccalaureate degree, preferably in a technical field, with a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or greater.

Must have completed a full college calculus series (I and II) with a minimum 'C' average, and a college-level calculus-based physics series (I and II) with a minimum 'B' average.

A desired degree is in physics, physics-based oceanography, meteorology, hydrography, earth science, engineering, or mathematics.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy as an Officer, including United States citizenship A bachelor's or qualifying professional degree Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores on the Officer Aptitude Rating exam Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Must be qualified for sea duty, world-wide assignable, and eligible for a Top-Secret security clearance.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Power Distribution and Make Ready Designer

Overhead Utility Pole Design • Joint-Use Engineering • NESC-Compliant Make-Ready Work

Location: Kalamazoo, MI / Remote (U.S.)

Are you an experienced Power Distribution Designer or Make-Ready Designer looking to support meaningful utility engineering projects? Join a team that values accuracy, collaboration, and long-term professional growth.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking skilled Make-Ready Designers (primary focus) and Power Distribution Designers to support engineering programs for major electric and telecom utilities. Ideal candidates bring demonstrated experience in overhead utility pole design, NESC application, clearance assessment, pole loading analysis, and construction package development. Useful design platforms include DDS, Katapult, O-Calc, GIS, MicroStation, AutoCAD, or client-specific drafting systems.

In this role, you will review field/walkout data, evaluate existing attachment conditions, model pole loading, determine make-ready requirements, and prepare accurate construction-ready deliverables. Applicants without utility pole design or distribution engineering experience will not be considered.

Note: This position is remote, but new hires must attend a 2-week paid, in-person orientation at our Perrysburg, OH headquarters.

WHAT YOU WILL DO
• Execute overhead distribution and make-ready design work orders while meeting quality, time, and budget expectations
• Apply established engineering design standards, NESC requirements, and internal processes
• Perform end-to-end make-ready, joint-use, and/or general distribution design
• Conduct permitting and easement research (pole ownership, ROW, property rights, approvals)
• Collaborate with team members to resolve design challenges and ensure accurate deliverables
• Use design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, DDS, PoleForeman, O-Calc, Katapult, or client systems
• Perform quality control reviews when required
• Support additional duties as assigned

TOP COMPETENCIES & SKILLS
Make-Ready Engineering, Joint-Use Design, Pole Loading Analysis, Utility Pole Design, Overhead Distribution Design, NESC Compliance, Utility Engineering, Pole Attachments, Make-Ready Construction, Aerial Design, Utility Coordination, Right-of-Way Permitting, Pole Replacement Design, Make-Ready Estimates, Field Survey Interpretation, CAD for Utility Design, GIS for Utility Design, Electrical Distribution Design, Utility Construction Standards, Telecommunications Make-Ready

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree or higher in engineering, drafting, or a related field is preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience in make-ready engineering, joint-use design, or electric power distribution design (3+ years strongly preferred)
• Proven experience in utility pole design, including NESC application, clearance analysis, pole loading concepts, and preparation of construction-ready design packages
• Proficiency with CAD or MicroStation; experience with DDS, Katapult, O-Calc, or similar utility design platforms is strongly preferred
• Solid understanding of power distribution construction practices, with the ability to learn utility-specific proprietary systems efficiently
• Must hold a valid driver’s license, maintain active auto insurance, and pass all required background, drug, and MVR screenings
• Authorization to work in the United States is required
• Willingness to travel occasionally, including minimal overnight travel when project needs require
• Ability to work a standard Monday–Friday schedule aligned to Eastern Time, with Central/Mountain/Pacific adjustments as appropriate

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to work for extended periods using a computer keyboard, monitor, and telephone
• Ability to prepare and analyze data, review detailed information, and work with design tools requiring close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
• Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written channels

ABOUT SIGMA TECHNOLOGIES
Sigma Technologies is a growing engineering and design firm with 500+ team members across 30+ states. For over 25 years, we’ve supported major power and telecommunications utilities with work that directly impacts communities nationwide. Our core values — Safety, Honesty, Truth, and Decency — shape how we work and who we hire. We are TeamSigma™.

*To learn more about working at Sigma, view our video and career page.
* If you do not have Power Design experience, please refer to our other open positions: *While Designer openings are listed in multiple locations, you only need to apply to one, as they are remote roles.

WHAT WE OFFER
We want our Associates to stay healthy, happy, and secure. We offer a positive work environment with supportive coworkers, managers, and leaders, plus:

• No-cost monthly healthcare plan option for employees
• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with up to 80% of the premium sponsored by Sigma
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 5% of salary
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Education and professional licensing assistance programs

This job advertisement is intended to outline the primary responsibilities and requirements of the role. It is not all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. This ad does not constitute an employment agreement, and job requirements may change based on organizational needs.

Pay is commensurate with experience and education. Sigma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, sexual preference, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, or any classification protected by law.

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JH Industrial Services, a division of Jergens Piping Corporation, is seeking a highly skilled Journeyman Medium Voltage Electrician to support operations at Pfizer in Kalamazoo, MI.

This role is responsible for the operation and maintenance of a medium voltage (480V – 13,200V) electrical distribution system within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is a licensed journeyman electrician with strong industrial/commercial experience and a commitment to safety, reliability, and excellence.

Role Summary

The Journeyman Medium Voltage Electrician must be a skilled craftsman in their trade and possess:

• A minimum two (2) year technical degree or trade school equivalency
• At least three (3) years of practical working experience as a journeyman electrician in the industrial/commercial electrical equipment service industry
• A valid State of Michigan Electrical Journeyman License (required)

The incumbent will be a member of the team responsible for operating and maintaining the site’s medium voltage electrical infrastructure, including substations, breakers, motor controls, high voltage cable, and distribution pole lines.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the site’s medium voltage (480V – 13,200V) electrical distribution system.
• Perform preventive maintenance, modifications, installations, and repairs on medium voltage power distribution systems.
• Maintain substations, switchgear, breakers, motor controls, high voltage cable, and pole line distribution systems.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, site procedures, and applicable government regulations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues using established problem-solving methodologies.
• Support engineering activities including:
• Process design
• Equipment selection
• Documentation
• Calibration and testing
• Project scope development
• Communicate effectively when developing and implementing solutions.
• Work variable shifts and participate in a 24-hour on-call rotation as required.
• Collaborate within a high-performing team to complete tasks safely and efficiently.
• Work with minimal supervision while maintaining high safety and performance standards.

Required Qualifications

Education & Licensing

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or relevant trade school equivalency required.
• State of Michigan Electrical Journeyman License (required).

Experience

• Minimum three (3) years of experience as a journeyman electrician in an industrial or commercial environment.
• Medium voltage experience (480V–13,200V) strongly preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing or pharmaceutical environment is a plus.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of electrical industry practices and standards.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and diagrams.
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft systems).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality workmanship.

The Electrical Manufacturing Engineer provides technical expertise to optimize highly automated manufacturing equipment and processes through visual systems, automation, and advanced levels of process control. The role also develops, plans, organizes, and leads reliability, and improvement projects in the plant. This position provides technical support to Operations and the Maintenance team at our Kalamazoo Michigan aluminum casting and extrusion plant. Please apply to requisition 1384 at you will work on:

• Provide technical support to operations and maintenance as necessary
• Combine theoretical and practical knowledge toward innovation of new processes and process improvements.
• Work independently on smaller projects from conception to completion. This work will include \"hands-on\" type projects
• Work in cross-functional teams to support business goals and objectives
• Thoroughly document all technical work that is completed
• Function as a shared resource within the production value streams for assistance in difficult problem solving
• Lead and/or contribute to continuous improvement and six sigma project teams
• Support plant safety initiatives through active involvement in the safety process
• Support and lead plant industrial electrical systems
• Leading and participating in process improvements with multi-discipline technical staff, maintenance and production.
• Mentoring employees to increase their knowledge of equipment and process.
• Working to eliminate waste through reliability improvements and monitoring processes, ensuring they are in control and meeting expectations.

What you will bring to the role:

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related technical degree, is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing operation.
• High level of competency with Allen-Bradley PLC (Control Logix 5000), HMI (Allen Bradley ME and SE), and Allen-Bradley motors/drives.
• Robot programming experience - preferably Fanuc.
• Ability to analyze data to define problems, determine solutions, and measure successful implementation of solutions.

Other skills:

• Excellent equipment troubleshooting abilities is essential.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and organization skills.
• PC proficiency including, but not limited to, the use of Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Solid interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication.
• Proven ability to work in a low supervision environment while successfully meeting goals.
• Willingness to work around large manufacturing equipment and furnaces.
• Experience with technical projects/initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong PC skills, including Windows, Word, Excel, various data collection and analysis packages.
• Proven ability to work in teams.
• Robotics experience is a plus.
• AutoCAD Electrical.
• Industrial networking.

No third-party candidate submissions are being accepted at this time for this opening.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job-related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

About Kaiser Aluminum: Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing an inclusive culture.

Own Key Accounts. Drive Growth. Be the Commercial Lead Customers Trust.

If you want a role where your relationships, technical curiosity, and follow-through directly impact revenue, this is it. You will inherit meaningful accounts, get face time with decision-makers, and have a real voice in what the business does next.

Sales Key Account Manager | North America | About 50% Travel

What you get

• A real book of business to own, not just lead lists
• The ability to influence product direction by bringing the voice of the customer to the table
• Visibility with leadership and a clear path to grow your scope
• Variety in customers, applications, and technical challenges so you keep learning

What you will do

• Own key accounts and grow them through deeper penetration, new applications, and proactive account planning
• Build trusted relationships with decision makers across customers, suppliers, and industry partners
• Be the voice of the customer internally and help shape solutions and product direction
• Own account plans, sales targets, KPIs, and forecast accuracy
• Lead the commercial side of product and service launches with customers
• Provide consultative, technical support to customers and internal teams
• Spot opportunities and improvements by staying close to the market and the work happening in plants
• Partner with R&D, marketing, operations, and leadership to execute, not just talk
• Represent the business at trade shows and industry events
• Support specifications and territory coverage as needed

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field
• 3 to 5 years of technical B2B sales or key account management experience
• Experience selling into manufacturers or supporting engineered, technical products
• Comfort working with technical tools and documentation (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, FMEA)
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to translate technical details into clear value
• Self-driven, organized, and accountable
• Collaborative and solutions-oriented, low ego, high follow-through

Why this role

• Direct ownership of customer growth and revenue
• High visibility and influence without corporate red tape
• Technical, consultative selling with real customer proximity
• Long-term growth runway for someone who wants to build and lead

Interested? Apply or message us to start the conversation.

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Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.