Lead Electrical Engineer

Actalent • University Park, IL • 3w ago

Job Title: Lead Electrical Engineer - Onsite in Valparaiso, IN

Job Description

We are seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to oversee and guide a small team of Electrical Engineers in the development, design, and production of electronic products. The Lead Electrical Engineer will collaborate closely with the Mechanical Engineering Team Lead and Firmware/Software Team Lead to ensure successful project execution. This role requires strong project management skills, a solid foundation in hardware engineering, and the ability to serve as the key technical resource for the electronics side of the business.

Responsibilities

Lead a small team of electrical engineers located in both the US and India, managing engineering development projects throughout their full lifecycle.

Prioritize engineering activities, pivot as needed, and provide direct support to stakeholders to ensure project success.

Collaborate effectively with global teams, particularly those based in India, to coordinate project efforts and achieve objectives.

Serve as the primary technical advisor and mentor for the electrical engineering team, offering guidance and expertise in design projects for New Product Development and Sustaining Activities.

Work closely with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions, particularly in intrinsically safe product design.

Communicate effectively with stakeholders and team members, both locally and globally, to ensure alignment and progress towards project goals.

Essential Skills

5+ years of PCB layout and design experience (Altium preferred).

Previous experience seeing projects through their full lifecycle.

Ability to lead a team through design challenges and conduct design reviews.

Experience with component selection.

Familiarity with safety standards (UL, intrinsically safe products), electrical design, PCB design, schematic design, and project management.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Strong project management skills.

Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and global teams.

Excellent communication skills.

Work Environment

The candidate will need to work onsite with some flexibility on hours. The Lead Electrical Engineer will oversee 1 engineer in Valparaiso and 2 engineers based overseas. This role is essential for creating products that keep people, environments, and products safe.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $65.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)- Short and long-term disability- Health Spending Account (HSA)- Transportation benefits- Employee Assistance Program- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in University Park,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 18, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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