Electrical Designer

Actalent • Princeton, NJ • 1h ago

Job Description:

Convert and update existing electrical schematics and PCB layouts from previous generation software in Orcad into Altium Designer, ensuring accurate translation and adherence to design intent.

Create and revise electrical schematics, PCB layouts, and wiring diagrams using Altium Designer to support new designs and design updates.

Develop and maintain complete electrical documentation packages, including drawings, notes, and supporting design artifacts.

Generate manufacturing outputs such as fabrication files, assembly drawings, and detailed bills of materials (BOMs) to support PCB fabrication and assembly.

Support electrical engineering change processes by updating released documentation and drawings in line with change orders and configuration control requirements.

Maintain and enforce electrical drawing standards, revision control practices, and overall engineering documentation accuracy.

Collaborate closely with electrical engineers to incorporate design updates, design-for-manufacture considerations, and continuous improvements into PCB and electrical designs.

Assist in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to PCB designs and electrical documentation, working with cross-functional teams to identify root causes and implement corrections.

Coordinate with fabrication and manufacturing teams to clarify PCB fabrication and assembly documentation requirements and ensure smooth handoff into production.

Contribute to continuous improvement of design workflows, libraries, and standards within Altium Designer to enhance consistency and efficiency.

Essential Skills

Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in Electrical Drafting, Electrical Design, ECAD, or related field.

3+ years of ECAD drafting or electrical design support experience.

Proficiency in Altium Designer for schematic capture, PCB layout, and documentation creation.

Proficiency in OrCAD.

Familiarity with PCB manufacturing and assembly processes.

Ability to interpret electrical schematics and engineering documentation.

Experience generating fabrication and assembly documentation packages.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/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 Princeton,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 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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