At least 3 years
We are seeking a seasoned Electrical Engineer to join a product development team dedicated to designing and manufacturing high-performance electrical equipment. In this role, you will engineer switchgear, low voltage switchboards, and integrated power systems that deliver high reliability, scalability, and efficiency for commercial and industrial applications. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to create robust, standards-compliant solutions that support the full product lifecycle from concept through manufacturing and delivery.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop electrical equipment, including switchgear, switchboards, and power distribution units tailored for commercial and industrial environments.
- Create detailed electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, bills of material, equipment layouts, and quality inspection documents to support manufacturing and customer delivery.
- Collaborate with mechanical and manufacturing engineers to ensure seamless integration of electrical components into complete products.
- Conduct power system analysis and simulations to validate performance, safety, and compliance with applicable standards and customer requirements.
- Interface with clients and internal stakeholders to gather requirements, clarify specifications, and provide technical support throughout the product lifecycle.
- Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards and codes, including UL, IEEE, ANSI, NEC, and customer-specific requirements.
- Support testing, certification, and quality assurance activities for new and existing products to ensure reliability and regulatory compliance.
- Contribute to innovation initiatives aimed at improving energy efficiency, modularity, and digital monitoring capabilities in electrical equipment.
Essential Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- At least 3 years of experience in electrical equipment design.
- Strong knowledge of power distribution systems, switchgear, and switchboards.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or AutoCAD Electrical for electrical design and documentation.
- Understanding of controls design and core electrical engineering principles.
- Experience working with power distribution equipment in commercial and industrial applications.
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes and design-for-manufacturing principles.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities with a focus on practical, reliable solutions.
- Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and clients.
- Solid documentation skills for creating clear drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Familiarity with UL standards such as UL891, UL1558, UL67, and UL508A.
- Knowledge of thermal management, arc flash mitigation, and fault tolerance in electrical equipment.
- Exposure to digital monitoring systems, PLCs, and SCADA integration.
- Experience with AutoCAD Electrical is preferred for advanced electrical design workflows.
- Ability to interpret and apply industry standards such as UL, IEEE, ANSI, and NEC in design activities.
- Experience in integrating electrical designs with mechanical and manufacturing considerations.
Work Environment
This role is based in an office environment, where you will work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams using modern design tools such as AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical. You will spend most of your time performing design, documentation, and analysis work in a professional setting, collaborating with colleagues and interfacing with stakeholders to support the development and delivery of electrical equipment.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Dallas, TX.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $135000.00/yr.
Benefits include: medical, dental, vision, 401K match, company performance bonus eligibility, PTO, and holiday,
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Dallas,TX.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 29, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Posting ID: JP-006093527
