Electrical And Instrumentation Designer

Actalent • Hackettstown, NJ • 2h ago

Electrical & Instrumentation Designer

Bedminster, NJ (On-site)

Overview

This client is seeking a skilled Electrical & Instrumentation Designer to support the design and development of low- and medium-voltage systems for process plants. This is a hands-on role working across industrial, chemical, and gas production facilities, with a focus on delivering high-quality electrical and instrumentation designs.

This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects involving oxygen, nitrogen, argon, and advanced gas technologies, while collaborating with a growing, highly technical team in a fast-expanding organization.

Why Join The Team?

Cutting-Edge Projects: Work on advanced gas production systems supporting medical, steel, and high-tech industries (including hydrogen technologies)

Modern Tools: Access to advanced design platforms, including AutoCAD/BricsCAD and 3D modeling technologies

Collaborative Culture: Be part of a tight-knit, growing engineering team (35-40 employees, scaling quickly)

Key Responsibilities

Develop detailed electrical designs for low- and medium-voltage systems in process plants

Produce 2D CAD drawings, including:

Single line diagrams (MV switchgear, MCCs)

Panelboard distribution diagrams

Relay interface panels and schematics

Create cable/conduit schedules, cable tray layouts, and BOMs

Design grounding systems and electrical heat tracing layouts

Develop instrumentation deliverables, including:

Instrument location drawings

I/O panel layouts, wiring, and power distribution

Analyzer panel designs and tubing schematics

Generate wiring diagrams, DCS panel designs, and installation details

Review and integrate vendor and subcontractor designs

Perform technical reviews of vendor quotations

Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure integrated design solutions

Interpret and apply electrical codes and standards

Utilize 2D/3D tools and P&IDs to develop accurate system designs

Support proposals and conceptual design efforts

Manage multiple assignments while maintaining high-quality outputs

Required Qualifications

Minimum 5+ years of electrical design experience in industrial, chemical, or gas plant environments

Strong experience with 2D CAD design (AutoCAD or BricsCAD)

Expertise in:

LV/MV power distribution systems

Electrical schematics and panel design

Cable and conduit scheduling

Experience with instrumentation systems and controls in process plants

Ability to read and interpret 2D & 3D P&IDs

Familiarity with electrical codes and standards

Strong coordination and communication skills

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Preferred Qualifications

Associate or Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Experience in facilities producing industrial gases (oxygen, nitrogen, argon, etc.)

Exposure to advanced or high-tech applications (e.g., hydrogen systems)

Experience reviewing vendor/subcontractor deliverables and RFIs

Proven initiative and ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-growing environment

Work Environment

This is a full-time, on-site position in Bedminster, NJ, operating on a standard five-day workweek. You'll work in a professional office setting alongside a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

This company fosters a culture of initiative, ownership, and continuous growth, offering employees the opportunity to expand their skill sets and contribute meaningfully to impactful engineering projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Hackettstown, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/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 Hackettstown,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 31, 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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