Engineering Jobs in Madison Heights

About the Company:

Northstar Painting has been proudly serving Michigan homeowners and businesses since 1999. What started as a small local operation has grown into a trusted name in both residential and commercial painting, with a reputation for quality, service, and community focus. As we expand our reach, we're building a team of competitive, motivated professionals who want to grow with us.

About the Role:

We’re looking for a self-motivated Business Development Representative with a passion for field sales and client relationships to join our team in Birmingham, MI. If you're confident speaking with people face-to-face, thrive on building connections, and want to be rewarded for your results, this could be a perfect fit. This role blends outside sales, estimating, and community networking, you'll be on the front lines of our business, helping businesses start their next big project.

Responsibilities:

Sales & Client Engagement:

• Prospect and generate new leads through local outreach, networking, referrals, and inbound inquiries
• Meet with business owners to understand their needs and explain our services
• Present estimates, proposals, and service plans in a professional and confident manner
• Follow up with leads, build relationships, and close deals
• Represent Northstar Painting at local events, community functions, and networking groups

Estimating & Project Prep:

• Conduct site visits to gather project details for estimating
• Request and evaluate subcontractor and vendor quotes
• Prepare accurate bids and proposals
• Work closely with the operations team to hand off signed projects smoothly

Qualifications:

Must-Haves:

• 3+ years of experience in field sales, outside sales, or home service-based business development
• Strong people skills and confidence in face-to-face meetings
• Self-starter who’s organized, coachable, and results-driven
• Basic knowledge of project scoping or estimating (or willingness to learn)
• Driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Familiarity with the Metro Detroit area

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience in painting, roofing, landscaping, or construction industry
• Existing network within local homeowner or commercial markets
• CRM experience or comfort with sales tracking tools
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred; an equivalent combination of education and industry experience will also be considered.

Pay range and compensation package:

• Base salary + commission
• Health insurance
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Northstar Painting is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.

New global company establishing Americas HQ .

The VP of Global Procurement is responsible for managing the overall supplier risk, year over year supplier productivity, VAVE and driving aggressive cost reductions in partnership with the suppliers and the engineering departments. The role is also responsible for maintaining consistency in purchasing and sourcing methodology and procedures, development of sourcing & procurement strategies, vendor management, analysis & negotiation of client/supplier service level agreements and contracts, supplier relationship management and identifying and implementing process improvement. The position will lead and develop a global team of sourcing professionals responsible for building and maintaining relationships with strategic suppliers as well as managing relationships with senior internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Design, drive and execute the overall global sourcing strategy
• Oversee policies, checklists, and other materials that describe the organization's technical, quality, service, or reliability standards to help purchasing staff evaluate supplier proposals
• Drive overall supplier risk reduction
• Contribute to increased productivity by implementing sound negotiation strategies
• Partner with business leadership to develop and deploy world-class procurement by driving functional expertise and deep market and industry knowledge
• Lead global team, develop talent and expertise, build a strong succession plan for direct management team as well as global teams and build global procurement capability
• Develop long term strategies with robust execution plans to achieve annual operating plans to increase win rate, increase margins, improve cash-flow, reduce working capital and reduce risk
• Drive standardization across the global footprint
• Ensure contracts that allow for fluctuations with no liability for excess and obsolete inventory
• Implement vendor management system, ensuring suppliers on-time-delivery and zero-deffect quality
• Secure supplier capacity based on short term and long term plans while driving competitive cost and increasing spread to market
• Negotiate and secure global, single and multi-year supply agreements
• Collaborate with Supply Chain on medium and long range planning to improve supply of material
• Working in conjunction with site leadership, analyze business plans, production environments, and supply requirements to determine optimal sourcing strategies across geographies
• Identify and implement strategic processes and technology to drive efficiencies across team
• Determine and recommend alternate supply strategies to maintain agility while creating cost savings and/or supply support solutions
• Establish clear performance metrics for suppliers driving performance and financial responsibility
• Review major contracts for key areas of spend, and act as an expert resource for planning, procurement and complex negotiations
• Partner with other senior leadership to ensure organizational goals are met
• Oversees supplier selection process, including qualification and execution of supplier agreements
• Partner with Quality to ensure materials are qualified and meet appropriate regulatory standards

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, (Masters or MBA will be preferred)
• 15+ years of global procurement experience
• 10+ years of experience in large scale automotive and or industrial environment; global experience is a plus
• Ability to work in a very fast paced, demanding, and matrixed environment
• Skilled in influencing, negotiation, and problem resolution
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in leading a global organization
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing sourcing strategies
• Business acumen to align sourcing initiatives to financial goals and customer needs and expectations
• Uncompromised Integrity, honesty and the drive to do what's best for the business
• Experience in leading global high-performing teams
• Strong communication skills: oral, written, and listening
• Expert problem-solver
• Travel required (20%-30%)

Summary

The Toyoda Gosei Group is a leading global manufacturer of rubber and plastic automotive components, safety systems and LEDs. Globally Headquartered in Japan with a network of 67 group companies in 17 countries and regions, the Group brings its extensive range of products to customers all over the world.

Toyoda Gosei North America (headquartered in Troy, MI) has an opening for a Buyer in the Purchasing department. The Buyer functions with a high degree of autonomy, and is responsible for responsible for providing professional level production related procurement for Toyoda Gosei (TG) North America Corporation (TGNA) and TGNA Manufacturing Companies (AMCs).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Drive cost savings initiatives such as annual price review, VA/VE, and others as assigned
• Lead Annual Price Review negotiations with existing suppliers for cost reductions
• Support VA/VE activities with suppliers and TG cross functional groups to drive cost savings
• Negotiate price increases and tariffs with suppliers
• Implement sourcing & new program launch activities with new/existing materials
• Participate in new program launch activities with manufacturing plants, cross functional departments, and suppliers
• Issue, collect, negotiate and analyze RFQ’s and cost breakdowns with new and existing suppliers
• Analyze and forecast Petrochemical/Metals market data for price negotiations and budget preparation
• Maintain purchase order data and ensure approvals for upcoming purchases
• Contribute to commodity strategy development
• Communicate with TG Japan (HQ) regarding global material strategies
• Participate in Purchasing’s annual cost saving target setting and strategy development
• Partner with TG cross functional groups and locations in new material development, commercial agreement strategies, commodity sourcing strategies, and cost reduction initiatives
• Function in a highly collaborative environment where flexibility and teamwork is critical to success
• Drive optimization by being actively engaged in continuous improvement efforts
• Manage and resolve supplier issues as needed
• Travel to TG manufacturing plants and supplier as needed
• Drive optimization by being actively engaged in continuous improvement efforts (kaizen)
• This role requires the completion of other duties as assigned

Required Education, Experience, and Skills

Certifications and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business or related field is required, or equivalent years of relevant experience is required

Experience

• 1 to 4 years of experience in Purchasing function is preferred
• Strong desire to learn all aspects of Purchasing and a willingness to expand to other commodities is preferred
• Exposure to the development of short and long-term global purchasing strategy is preferred

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Technology Competencies

• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suites is required

Work Environment

• Office Environment

Additional Competencies

• Ability to consistently meet deadlines is required
• Effective verbal, non-verbal, negotiation and written communication skills are required
• Ability to sustain a high degree of professionalism in interacting with internal and external customers is required
• Effective attention to detail, problem solving, analytical and organizational skills are required

Benefits (subject to eligibility):

• Hybrid Work Style (if eligible)
• Insurance (Health, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Program)
• Company Paid STD, LTD, Life, and AD&D
• Generous Employer Contribution to HSA
• Short and Long Term Disability
• 401K Company Match
• Paid Time Off/Holidays
• Free Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Reimbursement Programs (Cellphone, Tuition, Vehicle, etc.)
• Multiple Free Wellness Programs Offered

365 Retail Markets is the most trusted global provider of unattended retail technology, delivering conveniently smart self-service solutions since 2008. The company’s all-in-one platform powers retail spaces across food service, global retail, and hospitality with a comprehensive suite of frictionless smart stores, micro markets, vending, catering, and dining point-of-sale options. These technologies can be found worldwide in corporate offices, manufacturing and distribution facilities, educational campuses, hotels, and beyond.

As a nine-time honoree on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in the United States, and with a continually expanding global presence, 365 Retail Markets is committed to growth, innovation, and providing superior, integrated technology that meets the evolving needs of its customers and consumers.

The retail industry is rapidly evolving, with Computer Vision (CV) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) reshaping consumer experiences while improving operational efficiency and margins. As Senior Product Manager for our CV + AI portfolio, you will own the strategy, roadmap, and delivery of AI-enabled products that power next-generation frictionless retail experiences.

You will be accountable for defining and executing both short-term, tactical initiatives and long-term platform strategy, ensuring alignment with 365’s broader business objectives. This role requires strong cross-functional leadership, deep product thinking, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to executive stakeholders.

This position reports to the Manager, Product Management and has high visibility across executive leadership and all 365 brands.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve the AI and Computer Vision product roadmap, setting a clear long-term platform vision while balancing near-term delivery priorities aligned to business objectives, customer needs, and industry trends.
• Deliver features and enhancements on time and to plan, owning the full lifecycle from ideation, discovery, and requirements through launch and post-release evaluation.
• Translate machine learning, computer vision, and generative AI (including LLMs) capabilities into scalable, user-centric product features.
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Data Science, Design, Marketing, Sales, and Operations to ensure successful execution and adoption.
• Work closely with other Senior Product Managers to ensure a consistent, seamless, and effective consumer experience across product lines.
• Identify and evaluate high-impact AI use cases through a deep understanding of business context, data availability, and technical feasibility.
• Oversee model development, training, deployment, and iteration to ensure solutions perform reliably in real-world retail environments, including edge deployment constraints (latency, compute, bandwidth), lighting variability, occlusion, and ongoing product packaging changes.
• Collaborate with data and engineering teams to ensure responsible AI practices, including bias mitigation, data integrity, and model interpretability.
• Monitor competitive landscape and emerging AI trends to maintain 365’s innovation leadership.
• Communicate product vision, trade-offs, and progress clearly to executive leadership to drive fast alignment and informed decision-making.
• Own go-to-market readiness and pilot execution, ensuring customer readiness, coordinating launch plans, and enabling internal teams (Support, Sales, Operations) through training, documentation, and clear launch handoff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in computer sciences or software engineering. MBA preferred.
• 5-8+ years Product Management experience
• Proven experience owning complex product portfolios, including both tactical execution and long-term strategic planning, ensuring effective product lifecycle management.
• Experience delivering Machine Learning products in collaboration with Data Science and ML Engineering teams, including experimentation, model evaluation, and continuous performance optimization.
• Specifying requirements, execution and evaluation of designs, analysis, development, testing and control of major engineering projects where creativity and initiative are involved as well as a high level of independent judgment.
• Comfortable operating in ambiguous, evolving environments, shaping clarity and direction in new or undefined problem spaces.
• Strong experience working cross-functionally, managing dependencies, and communicating priorities to ensure roadmap alignment and delivery
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and prioritization skills with the ability to manage competing initiatives
• Excellent presentation and storytelling skills, with a strong emphasis on communicating to executive-level audiences for rapid alignment and decision-making.
• Work collaboratively as part of a broader product leadership team, prioritizing shared outcomes over individual ownership to ensure overall portfolio success.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with technical and operational stakeholders across CV retail products, including hardware, field operations, support, and customer-facing teams
• Added bonus for experience working within Retail, payments, or POS industries

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and a valid PE License along with a strong background in electrical systems design and development, with expertise in various engineering tools and methodologies. This role involves working on innovative projects that require both technical proficiency and creative problem-solving abilities.

Duties

• Design, develop, and test electrical systems and components for various applications.
• Create and analyze schematics and system designs using CAD software such as Revit.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project specifications are met on time and within budget.
• Conduct root cause analysis to troubleshoot and resolve issues in existing systems.

Skills

• Proficiency in electrical engineering principles and practices, including NEC standards.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering concepts to support interdisciplinary projects.
• Familiarity with vision inspection systems and quality control processes in manufacturing environments.
• Ability to work with various software tools.
• Excellent project scheduling skills to manage timelines effectively.
• Strong analytical skills for conducting root cause analysis on electrical systems failures.
• Experience with mechanical knowledge related to electrical systems integration is a plus. Join us in shaping the future of technology through innovative electrical engineering solutions!
• Function as Lead Designer for projects involving medium and low voltage power distribution systems
• Lighting system and grounding system for Municipal Water and Wastewater facilities and Industrial Projects.

Excellent Fringe Benefit package.

Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.

2. Electrical Engineering experience.

3. Professional Engineer (PE) License.

About Universal Logistics Holdings

Universal Logistics Holdings provides a wide range of supply‑chain services across the United States, Mexico and Canada, including contract logistics, dedicated transportation, intermodal and trucking.

The company supports customers across the entire supply chain and continues to grow through innovative, scalable operational solutions.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Director of Automation & Robotics to lead the strategy, governance and performance of all robotic and automated systems across multiple Universal facilities. You’ll shape the automation roadmap, oversee major deployments and make sure robotics becomes a core strength in our logistics network.

What You’ll Do

• Set the long‑term automation and robotics strategy for multiple sites.
• Build standards for robotics platforms, controls, safety and technology adoption.
• Lead design, evaluation and rollout of new robotic and automated systems.
• Oversee uptime, reliability and lifecycle planning for all robotics across the network.
• Partner with senior operations leadership to align automation with business needs.
• Develop and mentor engineering and technical teams across sites.
• Establish governance around system changes, documentation and safety compliance.

What You Bring

• Leadership experience managing multi‑site automation or robotics programs.
• Deep knowledge of industrial robotics, PLCs, controls, sensors and systems integration.
• Proven ability to build strategy, manage budgets and deliver large‑scale automation projects.
• Strong communication skills with both technical teams and executive leadership.
• Experience in logistics, warehousing or high‑throughput industrial environments is a plus.

VENTEON and Harvard Resource Solutions are hiring a Project Engineer for Conveyor Design to work in Troy, MI. Enjoy applying your talents in engineering for automotive manufacturing systems.

POSITION TYPE: Full Time. Onsite work environment. Pay is open based on degree and years of relevant work experience.

Requirements of the Project Engineer for Automotive Conveyors:

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering is highly preferred (BSME).
• Automotive experience needed.
• 5 or more years of experience as a Design Engineer that includes conveyor work.
• Strong experience with AutoCAD and/or Inventor.
• Effective communication and organizational skills
• Willingness to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite of products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Highly analytical and detail-oriented individual.
• Ability to identify and resolve technical issues related to conveyor design and functionality.

Duties of the Project Engineer for Automotive Conveyors:

• Perform design and engineering of conveyor systems for automotive customers.
• Perform engineering calculations for stress analysis, load capacity, system integrity, etc.
• Generate Bill of Materials (BOMs), work orders, and other documentation to support manufacturing and procurement.
• Check drawings, validate designs, and ensure all deliverables meet project specifications and standards.
• Interface with manufacturing and engineering. Attend program meetings.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing, installation, and maintenance teams during the project lifecycle.
• Other general engineering tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of mechanical engineers and designers
• Oversee the design and development of mechanical systems, tooling, fixtures, and automated equipment
• Establish engineering standards, design practices, and review processes to ensure quality and consistency
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support throughout project execution
• Collaborate with project management on schedules, resources, and technical risk assessment
• Support manufacturing, build, and commissioning activities during equipment launches
• Act as a technical resource for customer discussions, design reviews, and solution development
• Assist with technical documentation, presentations, and feasibility assessments
• Drive continuous improvement and evaluate new technologies related to automation and manufacturing

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Master's degree preferred

Experience

• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience in a manufacturing or automation environment
• 2+ years of experience leading or managing engineering teams
• Experience supporting automotive manufacturing, automation, or special machine design

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or AutoCAD
• Experience with robotic automation systems such as Fanuc, KUKA, or ABB
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes including CNC machining, welding, stamping, and assembly operations
• Familiarity with industrial safety standards and compliance requirements

Additional Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical teams

Electrical Systems Engineer – High Voltage Vehicle Systems

Location: Troy, MI

Job Type: Full-Time

Hiring Partner: Raizan Solutions LLC (Authorized hiring partner – We do NOT charge candidates)

About the Client

Our client is an engineering and manufacturing company specializing in advanced battery systems, high-voltage power distribution, ruggedized energy systems, and custom electrification solutions. They support OEM, commercial vehicle, specialty, and defense customers with rapid prototyping and production-intent system development.

Raizan Solutions LLC is recruiting on behalf of this client. We act solely as the hiring partner and do not charge candidates any fees.

Position Summary

The Electrical Systems Engineer will lead and support the development of high-voltage battery systems, power distribution architectures, and vehicle-level electrical integration. This role spans system design, requirements, embedded controls coordination, safety analysis, and hands-on prototype validation.

You will collaborate closely with mechanical, controls, software, and manufacturing teams to deliver robust systems through the full development cycle—from concept to system launch.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical & System Design

• Design and document electrical architectures, schematics, wiring diagrams, and component selections for Li-ion battery systems, HV distribution, and vehicle integration.
• Develop and maintain system requirements, interface definitions, DFMEAs, PFMEAs, DVP&R, and system test plans.
• Apply strong engineering knowledge of HV components: contactors, switches, HVIL, insulation, isolation monitoring, safety interlocks, bus bars, sensors, and protective devices.
• Support PCB/hardware development efforts (Altium preferred; OrCAD or equivalent considered).

Controls & Software Integration

• Coordinate with controls and software teams on system behaviors, state machines, protection logic, and calibration.
• Support embedded controls development using MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow, model-based design, and C-based integration review.
• Use CAN tools (Vector CANalyzer, CANape) to evaluate control systems, validate functionality, and troubleshoot issues.

Testing, Validation & Debug

• Develop validation test procedures for system-level and component-level verification.
• Perform hands-on prototype testing, fault evaluation, root-cause analysis, and troubleshooting of high- and low-voltage systems.
• Follow lab and vehicle test procedures to evaluate system performance, safety interactions, and functional behavior.

Program & Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work with internal team members and external suppliers to ensure successful design, build, and validation.
• Participate in recurring technical review meetings to identify risks, integration issues, and quality concerns.
• Assist in project planning—tracking timing, risks, status, and technical deliverables.

Documentation & Build Support

• Generate and coordinate build documentation, assembly instructions, inspection sheets, and test records.
• Support prototype build reviews, manufacturing handoff, and initial production readiness.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls, Computer Engineering, or Mechatronics from an accredited institution.
• Equivalent experience will be considered.

Experience

• 5–15 years of experience in electrical or systems engineering for EV, hybrid, automotive, heavy vehicle, or defense systems.
• Proficiency in electrical system architecture, safety concepts, and requirements flow-down.
• Experience with:
• MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow
• LabVIEW
• Vector CANalyzer / CANape / CAN tools
• SPICE / PSpice
• Controls platforms (MotoHawk, dSPACE, ETAS preferred)
• Hands-on experience with high-voltage battery systems, inverters, DC-DC converters, BMS, and vehicle electrical integration.
• Familiarity with EV industry standards, ISO 26262 concepts, and relevant military or commercial vehicle standards (preferred).
• Experience with PCB design tools (Altium) is a plus.

What You Bring

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple technical tasks in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and documentation capabilities.
• A proactive mindset with strong attention to detail.

Why Join This Opportunity

• Work on cutting-edge battery systems, high-voltage electrification, and ruggedized energy products.
• Be part of a small, agile engineering environment with meaningful technical ownership.
• Exposure to diverse projects and close collaboration with customers and leadership.
• Competitive compensation and opportunities for long-term growth.

Apply Today

If you're ready to help drive the future of advanced electrified systems and thrive in a collaborative, hands-on engineering environment, Raizan Solutions LLC would be happy to connect.