JOB TITLE: Electrical Engineer
Supervisor: Engineering Manager
Status: Full-time Exempt
Office Location: Nunica, MI
Baker Engineering, LLC’s (Baker) core business centers around the design and development of high-tech, high-performance technologies for a variety of applications, from custom military and commercial engines, to engine components, to the production of parts and mechanical assemblies for other industries. Baker is a division of Waséyabek Development Company, LLC that is wholly owned by the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi, a Federally recognized Indian Tribe.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Electrical Engineer is responsible for the design, integration, and validation of electrical systems, wiring harnesses, and vehicle-related electrical components. This role supports electrical design work through prototype builds, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation efforts.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Design and integrate automotive and heavy vehicle wiring systems, harnesses, and electrical components.
- Develop and maintain wiring diagrams, harness drawings, and electrical documentation.
- Conduct engineering analysis related to electrical systems and vehicle connectivity.
- Support prototype vehicle builds and electrical system testing.
- Troubleshoot electrical issues related to wiring, components, embedded controls, and system interactions.
- Contribute to process improvements, tool development, and design standards related to electrical engineering.
- Write proposals, reports, and technical summaries.
- Other duties as requested by management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or related field.
- Experience in automotive electrical systems, embedded controls, wiring design and integration.
- Critical thinking skills and strong attention to detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe.
- Must be able to support the Baker culture with a focus on teamwork and a commitment to service.
- Ability to communicate and collaborate with team members.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Ability to pass a background investigation, including but not limited to a nationwide criminal record search.
- US Citizen / ITAR compliant.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 2 years of relevant electrical engineering experience.
- Experience with high‑voltage vehicle electrical systems.
- Working understanding of vehicle networking (CAN, Ethernet).
- Experience with electrical system testing, instrumentation, or prototype vehicle development.
- Experience creating wire harness drawings.
- Working knowledge of embedded software programming languages and development practices
- Hands-on experience with the fabrication, installation, and integration of electrical and electromechanical components
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Lift up to 50lb rarely
- Stand/walk up to 8 hours per day
- Bend occasionally
- Reach/work above shoulders occasionally
- Twist rarely
- Fine manipulations frequently to occasionally
- Gross manipulation frequently to occasionally
- Push/pull frequently to occasionally
- Sit a desk workstation for up to 8 hours per day
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Office environment
Climate controlled shop
Remote/temporary field conditions (occasional)
TRAVEL
This position may require travel up to 10% of the time
POSITION TYPE
This is a full-time, exempt position
RELOCATION
Relocation expenses are not provided
DISCLAIMER
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of an incumbent. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
Native American & Veteran Hiring Preferences will be applied in accordance with Waséyabek Development Company policy. We are committed to making merit-based hiring decisions. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, height or weight, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- Experience with automotive electrical systems, embedded controls, wiring design, and integration
- Critical-thinking skills and strong attention to detail
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe
- Teamwork, collaboration, service orientation, and strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Ability to pass a background investigation, including a nationwide criminal record search
- U.S. citizenship and ITAR compliance
- At least two years of relevant electrical engineering experience
- Experience with high-voltage vehicle electrical systems
- Working knowledge of vehicle networking, including CAN and Ethernet
- Experience with electrical system testing, instrumentation, or prototype vehicle development
- Experience creating wire harness drawings
- Working knowledge of embedded software programming languages and development practices
- Hands-on experience fabricating, installing, and integrating electrical and electromechanical components
What We Do
Waséyabek is a Tribally-owned holding company that manages the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi's non-gaming economic development activity.
