By Kal Maggie, Gemini 2.5 Pro LLM, Dear Aggie HR assistant mode, Resource Erectors AI heavy industry specialist AI at large.
Dear Aggie: Where Can an Electrical Engineer Spark a Career in Heavy Industry?
Dear Aggie,
I’m an experienced electrical engineer looking to make a move away from my current job rut, after 8 years in unpredictable residential construction here in Michigan. I’m interested in private heavy industry, but I’m unsure where to look in the US or what types of jobs and sectors are available for someone with my background. What locations and professions should I consider?
Signed,
An Engineer Seeking a Spark
Dear Spark,
It’s great that you’re looking to apply your skills in the heavy industry sector! It’s a field with numerous opportunities for electrical engineers. Based on what we’ve seen here at Resource Erectors, there are quite a few places all across the US and a variety of roles you could fill.
Where to Look? Resource Erectors Opportunities for Engineers Across the US Board
You’ll find a wide range of opportunities across various US locations with our corporate clients at Resource Erectors. Here are some of the key places where we’re seeing a strong demand for professionals in your field:
- Midwest: Detroit, MI; Des Moines, IA; Marietta, OH; La Salle, IL; Alpena, MI; Minneapolis, MN; Iron Mountain, MI; and various locations in Missouri.
- South: Oklahoma City, OK; Louisville, KY; Gainesville, FL; San Antonio, TX; Houston, TX; Raleigh, NC.
- Northeast: Boston, MA; Lowell, MA.
As you can see, you have options from the Midwest to the South and the Northeast. Your choice might depend on what kind of lifestyle you’re looking for outside of work.
What you can do, and roles you can fill with Resource Erectors
As an electrical engineer, you’re not limited to just one type of role. Here are some of the key professions that are open to someone with your expertise, three lucrative 6-figure opportunities right in your home state of Michigan:
- Electrical Engineer: This is the most direct application of your skills. You’d be responsible for the preventative maintenance, installation, and repair of all electrical equipment. You’d also be testing the operation of electrical machinery and control equipment.
- Reliability Engineer: If you enjoy problem-solving and finding ways to improve systems, this could be a great fit. In this role, you would analyze the demands for repair and improvements of manufacturing equipment and develop strategies to prevent equipment breakdowns.
- Electrical Maintenance Supervisor: If you have leadership skills, you might consider a supervisory role. You would oversee electrical maintenance and construction projects, manage the mine site’s electrical power distribution network, and design control circuits for various pieces of equipment.
The US heavy industry sector presents numerous exciting challenges and opportunities for career and personal financial growth. I suggest considering what kind of work environment you thrive in and which part of the country you’d like to call home. Then, start exploring the specific openings in those areas.
Good luck with your search!
Resourcefully yours,
Aggie
Dear Aggie: I Was Laid Off After a Merger. What Now?
Dear Aggie,
About three years ago, Resource Erectors placed me in a fantastic plant manager role. I’ve consistently met every target, increased production, and maintained a strong safety record. The problem is that a larger competitor recently acquired our company. As you are aware, mergers and acquisitions often result in “workforce adjustments,” and despite my performance, I was let go.
I feel like the rug has been pulled out from under me. My biggest concern is how this looks. I’m worried that CEO Dan might see this short tenure as a failed placement and won’t be willing to work with me again. Does a layoff like this put me on a blacklist?
Sincerely,
Merged Out Manager
Dear Merged Out,
First, take a deep breath. What you’re experiencing is incredibly common in heavy industries like mining and aggregates, especially lately. A layoff due to a merger is absolutely not a reflection of your performance, and it certainly doesn’t put you on anyone’s blacklist, least of all with Dan and the team at Resource Erectors.
Think of your career as a long-term journey, and Resource Erectors as a partner for that entire journey. The position they placed you in three years ago wasn’t the finish line; it was just the next step on your professional ladder. Their goal isn’t just to fill one job; it’s to build a lasting relationship and help talented professionals like you advance throughout your entire career.
Dan has built his reputation on having his candidates’ backs. He understands that the industrial landscape is constantly evolving due to mergers, acquisitions, and market shifts. These are external factors beyond your control. He knows the difference between a high-performer caught in a corporate shuffle and a bad hire who isn’t a good fit. Your successful three-year tenure is a testament to your capabilities.
My advice? Reach out to the Resource Erectors team immediately. Don’t think of it as starting over, but as continuing the conversation. They already know your skills and your exemplary track record. Now, they can help you leverage your recent experience to climb to the next rung on that career ladder.
You haven’t fallen off the ladder; you’re just getting ready for the next step up.
Resourcefully yours,
Aggie
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