Electrical Engineer

Actalent • Palo Alto, CA • 2h ago

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to join our team and lead the design and development of automated test equipment. This role involves the creation and maintenance of various system-level schematics and the integration of electronic test equipment and safety systems. You will collaborate closely with a cross-functional team to ensure seamless electromechanical integration and support the deployment of test solutions.

Responsibilities:

Design automated test equipment, including power distribution, safety circuits, instrumentation, and control interfaces.

Create and maintain system-level schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, harness drawings, and BOMs.

Select and specify electrical components to meet electrical, mechanical, thermal, and software requirements.

Design and integrate electronic test equipment, DAQ systems, computers, safety systems, and instrumentation.

Collaborate with Mechanical, Controls, and Automation engineers for clean electromechanical integration.

Support build, bring-up, and checkout of test equipment with technicians and contract manufacturers.

Debug electrical and integration issues during bring-up, validation, and early deployment.

Define and document electrical design standards, wiring practices, and configuration requirements across test systems.

Collaborate with firmware and product teams to integrate hardware, PCBs, and firmware into test solutions.

Skills:

Proficiency in electrical design using tools such as AutoCAD and any other electrical design tools.

Experience in designing from scratch in a lab or facilities setting.

BS degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electro-mechanical, Electronic Controls, or equivalent.

Minimum of 3+ years of industry-related experience in designing test equipment, automation controls, electrical panel design, PLC or similar.

Experience selecting electrical components such as e-stops, panel mount passthroughs, terminal blocks, contactors, door switches, and indicator lights.

Ability to size and specify wire schematics and cable assemblies.

Experience in PCB schematics and layout design.

Hands-on experience with electro-mechanical systems.

Effective communication skills and excellent attention to detail.

Strong time management skills and ability to navigate multiple competing priorities while maintaining a positive attitude.

Experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and programmable power supplies.

Familiarity with medium voltage code.

Work Environment:

You will work in an R&D lab setting, where collaboration and innovation are at the core of our operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Palo Alto, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $80.00/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 Palo Alto,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 21, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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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