Electrical Engineer

Actalent • Clarksburg, MD • 3h ago

Job Title: Electrical EngineerJob Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Electrical Engineer to join our team designing and building autonomous systems. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and developing electrical systems, schematics, and layouts for various projects. You will collaborate closely with engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders to create innovative and efficient electrical designs that comply with industry standards and company requirements.

Responsibilities

Design, build, route, and test cable assemblies and related electronic components.

Calculate power/load requirements and specify circuit protection, cable connectors, wire sizes, and other electrical components for cable harnesses and associated devices.

Research and determine interface requirements for integrating various electrical components.

Develop cable harness schematics and parts list documentation.

Submit purchase requests for necessary parts and materials.

Collaborate with equipment suppliers to gather essential design information.

Coordinate design efforts with other engineering disciplines.

Provide guidance and direction to technicians as needed.

Integrate electronic components on various vehicle platforms and troubleshoot issues that may arise.

Essential Skills

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Design, or a related field.

4+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering or equivalent field.

Proficiency in CAD software (Altium preferred) and electrical design tools.

Experience in electrical design in production or R&D, preferably with a focus on autonomy or automotive.

Experience with various communication protocols such as serial, digital, fiber, Ethernet, and CAN bus.

Comfortable working with multiple vehicle platforms, including military vehicles, trucks, and buses.

Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and component datasheets.

Ability to design electrical interfaces for computers and sensors.

Familiarity with electrical testing equipment, including multimeters, power supplies, load banks, signal generators, and oscilloscopes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience designing and documenting cable harness assemblies to military and/or industrial specs.

Experience with aviation or military-style vehicles and electronic systems.

Proficiency in designing and utilizing military-style circular connectors.

Knowledge of EMI/EMC mitigation techniques in electronic design.

Hands-on experience designing low-voltage DC power and distribution systems (e.g., 12V, 24V, 48V).

Work Environment

This role operates in a heavy engineering and test environment. Employees are preferred to be onsite, but there is flexibility for 1-2 days a week working from home, provided productivity is maintained.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Clarksburg, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $145000.00/yr.

Company Benefits........................................................

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Clarksburg,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 3, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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