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Michigan Job Search for Transitioning and Former JMOs, NCOs, and Enlisted Technicians

Michigan holds the distinction of having beautiful natural landscapes, and has more freshwater shoreline than any other state in the nation, and Michigan will be the best place to live in America by the end of the century, according to Popular Science magazine. About 7.5% of Michigan adults are military veterans.

The Top Industries for Veterans in Michigan

Michigan has a diverse economy, but it is widely known as the center of the U.S. automotive industry. It is home to the country's three major automobile companies.

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Field Service Engineer (Lab Automation)
Job Ref: # EB-1662573847
Date Posted: 4/11/2025 2:39:01 PM
City, State: Southfield, MI
Category: Medical Products & E
Salary: $80,000 - $88,000

Job Description

?? Ready to Hit the Road with Purpose? Join a company as a Field Service Engineer – Lab Automation! ??
?? Locations: Southfield, Ann Arbor & Kalamazoo, MI
?? Schedule: Day shift | M–F | Rare weekends for emergencies
?? Compensation: $80K–$88K base + OT + Company Car
? Perks: World-class benefits, career growth, and the chance to make a real impact in healthcare!
At this company, they are advancing the world of health—and they want you on the frontlines of innovation. As a Field Service Engineer, you’ll travel locally to install, maintain, and support cutting-edge lab automation equipment that’s changing the game in diagnostics.
?? Who They are Looking For:
• Military veterans, civilians, and tech-savvy pros with strong electromechanical skills
• Customer-focused communicators who thrive in the field
• Critical thinkers with a passion for problem-solving and continuous improvement
?? Why join this company?
You’ll be part of a mission-driven company with industry-leading benefits that support you—at work, at home, and in your future. From healthcare and family support to financial wellness and flexible time off, we’ve got your back.
?? Grow your career.
?? Make a difference.
??? Work hands-on with breakthrough technology.

If interested, reply with a copy of your updated resume! If you aren't interested, but know of someone who is, forward this email!




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Electrical Maintenance Technician
Job Ref: # EB-1807719563
Date Posted: 4/4/2025 3:57:48 PM
City, State: Ecrose, MI
Category: Metals
Salary: $33 - $33

Job Description

Are you looking for a high-paying, hands-on career with room to grow? I am working with a company who is hiring Electrical Maintenance Technicians to join their powerhouse team in Ecorse, MI!

What’s in it for you?
? Shift differentials + Quarterly & Annual Bonuses
? Top-Tier Benefits: Medical, Dental, 401K (100% match up to 6% + $110 monthly!), Tuition Assistance, Profit Sharing & Pension Plan
? W2 Potential: $145K–$150K/yr
? Union Support + Strong Path to Promotion

?? Industrial environment. Safety-first mindset is a must. Pre-employment hair follicle drug test required.

If you're experienced in industrial electrical maintenance — motors, controls, PLCs, drives, and schematics — and ready to join a tight-knit team that keeps a major facility running 24/7, this is your next move. Veterans and experienced tradespeople encouraged to apply!

If interested, please apply below OR send your updated resume to astephens@oriontalent.com! If you aren't interested, please share with your network.

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Reliability Engineer
Job Ref: # EB-1613058746
Date Posted: 3/26/2025 8:31:48 AM
City, State: Livonia, MI
Category: Aerospace
Salary: $75,000 - $90,000

Job Description

Position Details: Reliability Engineer
• Location: Livonia, MI (West Detroit)
• Shift: M-F Day Shift with some variation based on projects/customer needs
• Compensation: $75-90K based on experience
• Benefits: Company offers complete benefits packages including medical, dental, vision, HAS/FSA, short and long-term disability, life insurance. 401(k), holidays, and more.
• Travel: N/A
• Vaccine Requirement: No

Position Description:
As a Reliability Engineer, you will be responsible for identifying and mitigating potential risks to the reliability and performance of our products and systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, analyze, and implement solutions that improve system uptime and reduce the occurrence of failures, ensuring that products meet quality standards and exceed customer expectations.

Requirements:
• Reliability Analysis: Perform reliability analyses such as Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to identify and mitigate failure risks. Great interpersonal skills to manage a team of engineers, offer constructive feedback, and develop a team
• Data Analysis: Collect and analyze operational data to identify trends and areas of improvement to optimize the reliability of systems. Strong analytical, mathematic, and budgetary skills/understanding
• Reliability Metrics: Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to system reliability, availability, and maintainability (RAM).
• Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams to incorporate reliability best practices into product designs and processes.
• Continuous Improvement: Recommend design, process, and operational improvements based on analysis and testing to ensure products are consistently meeting reliability standards.
• Documentation: Maintain and update reliability-related documentation, including reliability reports, analysis findings, and corrective action plans.



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Field Service Engineer
Job Ref: # EB-9179981478
Date Posted: 3/25/2025 4:31:52 PM
City, State: Detroit, MI
Category: Industrial
Salary: $75,000 - $85,000

Job Description

Are you looking for a career that keeps you on the move, challenges your technical skills, and offers international travel? If so, I have the perfect opportunity for you!

I am working with a company searching for a Field Service Engineer to join their team in Detroit, MI. In this role, you’ll work with cutting-edge material testing machines across a variety of industries, troubleshooting, calibrating, and training customers on advanced technology.

?? What’s in it for you?
? Competitive Salary: $75,000 - $80,000
? Comprehensive Benefits + 401k Match
? Company Vehicle & Tools Provided-Must use personal credit card for expenses and you will get reimbursed the following week
? International Travel to Germany & Beyond (Passport Required)
? Hands-on Training in Kennesaw, GA

?? What They Are Looking For:
? 4+ years’ experience in high voltage electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, or automation
? Calibration or material testing experience (preferred but not required)
? A technical degree or military experience (Nuclear MM, ET, EM, or Aircraft)




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Renewable Energy Technician
Job Ref: # EB-1948299709
Date Posted: 3/24/2025 3:19:13 PM
City, State: Coldwater, MI
Category: Construction
Salary: $36 - $42

Job Description

Position Details:
• Title: Renewable Energy Technician
• Location: Coldwater, MI (Tibbits Site), Bremond, TX (Tidwell Site)
• Shift: No, field service position.
• Compensation: $36/hr - $42/hr.
• Benefits: Med, Dent, Vis, 401k/w match
Position Description:
• Perform basic work in construction and maintenance of all substations, transmission, collection system, and battery storage systems.
• Provides troubleshooting assistance and resolution with protections and control equipment and relay schemes
• Reports and coordinates emergency response and repair to all high voltage equipment and BESS systems
• Establishes and maintains high voltage inventory, equipment, tooling, and vehicles
• BOP operations and construction, including substation equipment, and BESS equipment
• LOTO training and proficiency
• Operate the facility in a safe and environmentally friendly manner.
• Supports emergency response during after hour call-outs
• Interface and coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and landowners
• Able to understand, read, and high voltage electrical schematics

Requirements:
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• 4 years’ High Voltage electrical experience and/or Military equivalent experience.
• Experience using and understanding diagnostic tools
• Computer operation skills, familiar with internet-based program navigation and have the ability to generate and interpret computer data
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand drawings and schematics with attention to detail
• Ability to follow safety protocols on site
• Effectively communicate with third parties, vendors, and co-workers
• Good written communication skills

Physical Demands – Job Site
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms and pull/push; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.



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Automation Engineer
Job Ref: # EB-6837634659
Date Posted: 3/20/2025 12:30:54 PM
City, State: Grand Rapids, MI
Category: Services
Salary: $35 - $40

Job Description

Position Details:

• Title: Automation Engineer
• Location: Grand Rapids, MI (1 hour radius)
• Shift/Travel: Day shift 830 am – 5 pm
o Willingness to travel up to 30% to customer sites / headquarters in the Netherlands - will be traveling to the Netherlands for training for 1-2 weeks at a time then across the US, Canada, and Mexico but overnights outside of the Netherlands will be rare unless it’s for a commissioning project. Passport required – must have one or be able to obtain one.
• Compensation: $80,000-$120,000 depending on experience - can choose to be hourly or salary
• Benefits: 401K, 25 days PTO, sick days, company credit card

Position Overview:
This role involves migrating the complete suite of company machines from Beckhoff/Codesys to the Rockwell/Allen-Bradley platform in collaboration with engineers from our global headquarters in the Netherlands. Additionally, the position includes programming and commissioning complete packaging lines.

Requirements:
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Allen-Bradley PLC programming
• Strong background in industrial automation
• Proficiency in PLC programming, including:
o Rockwell/Allen-Bradley Logix Designer
o Rockwell Studio 5000
o FactoryTalk View
o Optix
• Experience with Rockwell motion control
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and drawings
• Expertise in industrial networking and Ethernet/IP
• Valid passport
• Willingness to travel up to 30% to customer sites and headquarters in the Netherlands

Preferred Qualifications (Expedited Hiring Consideration):
• Experience with Fanuc or Kuka robot programming
• Proficiency in Codesys/TwinCAT with Structured Text
• Background in packaging automation
• Strong leadership skills and ability to take initiative



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Field Service Technician
Job Ref: # EB-1982716670
Date Posted: 2/12/2025 9:17:36 AM
City, State: Detroit, MI
Category: Manufacturing
Salary: $27 - $30

Job Description

Position Details:

Title: Field Service Technician

Location: Michigan (candidate can live anywhere between Grand Rapids and Detroit)

Shift: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Compensation: $27-$30/hour + OT + Performance Bonuses + Per Diem

Benefits: PTO + Paid Holidays / 401K / Medical, dental, vision Insurance / Travel perks and more!

Travel: 50% Travel (2 weeks per month with the other 2 weeks working locally)

Position Description:
In this role, you will be part of a team that installs and maintains our customers' bells and clocks. As a family-owned company, we promote strong relationships with our customers that last for years. Because our business has a national footprint, our technicians travel frequently -- mostly to areas east of the Mississippi River. We strive to promote a healthy work-life balance with a work schedule that typically consists of up to 2 weeks on the road per month. When not on the road, you’ll perform local work that allows you to be home at the end of the workday.

Travel frequently, with up to 50% as managed by the dispatch team. Candidates must have a flexible schedule and clean driving record.
Work comfortably on ladders (up to 40-ft. extension ladder), in bell/clock towers, and in boom lifts.
Possess basic mechanical and electronic trouble shooting skills; we will train you on the detailed workings of our products, but you should have a knack and a desire for fixing equipment issues utilizing technical manuals, engineering drawings, and technical support.
Program electronic control equipment with the aid of manuals and technical support.
Be the company's “face” to the customer and therefore capable of communicating in an effective, courteous, and professional manner.
Document and summarize issues and work completed in a clear manner through end-of-work reports.

Requirements:

Experience with electronics and/or electro-mechanical equipment – military experience preferred
Ability to lift and transport up to 60 lbs. regularly.
A self-starter with minimal supervision requirement; able to work independently and think creatively to solve problems.
Mechanical aptitude
Willing to travel continuously for 2 weeks per month


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