Electrical Design Engineer

Actalent • Houston, TX • 7h ago

Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Electrical Design Engineer to join our team. You will be responsible for developing, designing, modifying, and approving electrical designs and Bills of Materials (BOM). Your role will involve liaising with clients and engineers to ensure projects are completed to specifications and on time. You'll conduct research, perform diagnostics, and troubleshoot equipment and systems. Additionally, you will design and build proto@types as part of the development process, work closely with the manufacturing team to meet regulatory and client specifications, and participate in cost estimation and scheduling.

Responsibilities

Develop, design, modify, and approve electrical designs and BOM.

Liaise with clients and other engineers to ensure project completion according to specifications and timelines.

Conduct research, perform diagnostics, and troubleshoot equipment and systems.

Design and build proto@types as required.

Collaborate with the manufacturing team to ensure regulatory and client specifications are met.

Support and participate in cost estimation, scheduling, and execution of projects.

Design oneline and threeline schematics.

Engage in PLC based controls and SCADA programming.

Design DC power systems.

Ensure designs meet standards and codes: NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and other industry standard electrical codes.

Essential Skills

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

5+ years of experience in the design and build of power generator equipment.

Expertise in electrical engineering, electrical design, and power generation.

Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and ETAP.

Experience in Medium and Low voltage systems.

Familiarity with turbine engines and components, distribution, and protective relay.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with manufacturing processes.

Knowledge of electrical codes such as NEC, NFPA, and IEEE.

Work Environment

The position operates Monday through Friday, and depending on the design phase, you may spend up to three weeks at a time in the shop. You should be adaptable to both office and shop settings. You will handle 1-2 projects simultaneously and engage in client-facing activities. Travel is minimal, less than 20%, with occasional trips to locations such as West Texas for service issues or commissioning. Travel is driven by the demand for modular data centers and is not expected to exceed 2-3 trips.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $76.00 - $84.00/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 Houston,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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 for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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.

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