Electrical Engineer (R&D) - Contract
Disher
Portage, MI · Posted September 30, 2026
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About the job
Electrical Engineer R&D - Contract DISHER is seeking an Electrical Engineer with 0-5 years of experience to support our customers R&D team in the medical device industry. This contract is expected to last 6 months with a potential extension opportunity. This role is 90% paperwork and 10% Engineering. Must be able to sell and explain why an Engineering Change Order is needed or necessary. What it's like to work here: Make a positive difference! It’s why we exist. We are always looking for teammates who are eager to use their diverse set of talents with our customers, coworkers, and communities. We want to leave this world better than we found it.
What you will get to do:
90% paperwork and 10% Engineering
Engineering Change Orders
Technical Writing
Utilize ISO systems (QMS)
Fill out Forms and follow directions of team
What will make you successful:
Must have a Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or related bachelors degree
0-5 years of professional experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word
Proficient in LT Spice and PCB Layout
Proficient in Altium
Preferred to have experience with Cadence but not required