Job Title: Electrical Engineer
Job Description
This role focuses on managing and executing electrical design projects with minimal supervision, delivering high-quality wiring, control, and data acquisition systems for industrial applications. The electrical engineer collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to create detailed designs and drawings that meet industry standards and internal specifications while supporting ongoing improvements in technology, products, and processes.
Responsibilities
Manage electrical design projects with minimal guidance from electrical engineers, including planning schedules, monitoring budgets, and breaking down tasks into actionable work packages.
Lead design efforts for a range of support systems such as engine wiring harnesses and control systems, facility interconnecting wiring diagrams, facility control systems, and industrial data acquisition systems.
Create high-level and detailed wiring diagrams for industrial data acquisition and control systems, as well as cable assemblies, using AutoCAD Electrical.
Facilitate internal design reviews and support external project reviews with project management and customer stakeholders, clearly communicating design intent and status.
Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and software engineers in a cross-functional environment to ensure integrated and robust system designs.
Develop designs and drawings that comply with relevant industry standards and internal engineering standards.
Provide regular feedback to engineering management on work progress, technical issues, and project status.
Work closely with a team of electrical engineers, designers, drafters, and leadership to produce complete and accurate project deliverables.
Collect, review, and interpret design inputs from multiple sources, including previous designs, customer specifications, sketches, OEM documentation, and customer-specific requirements.
Apply knowledge of electrical design concepts, standards, and best practices to support existing customers on equipment and services, including providing troubleshooting guidance on familiar work packages.
Participate actively in a continuous improvement culture by identifying opportunities to enhance design methods, processes, and tools, and by implementing approved improvements.
Engage in ongoing learning and training to maintain and expand technical knowledge required to perform job assignments and support evolving technologies, products, and processes.
Perform other related duties as assigned to support team and organizational objectives.
Essential Skills
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in a related field with at least 4+ years of relevant electrical engineering or electrical design experience, or a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) with at least 2+ years of relevant experience.
Hands-on experience in electrical engineering and electrical design for industrial or related applications.
Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent electrical CAD tools for creating detailed wiring diagrams and schematics.
Experience designing electrical systems in one or more of the following areas: data acquisition and control systems, power distribution systems, wiring harnesses and junction boxes, and building electrical ducting and services.
Ability to design engine wiring harnesses, control systems, and facility interconnecting wiring diagrams.
Strong understanding of electrical systems, schematics, and engineering documentation practices.
Ability to interpret and apply customer specifications, OEM documentation, and previous design packages to new projects.
Experience working cross-functionally with electrical, mechanical, and software engineering teams.
Strong communication skills to support design reviews and provide clear feedback to management and customers.
Demonstrated ability to manage project tasks, schedules, and deliverables with minimal supervision.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Related industry experience aligned with the appropriate electrical engineering level.
Familiarity with CE and ATEX regulatory requirements, with direct experience considered a strong plus.
Experience designing data acquisition and control systems for industrial environments.
Experience with power distribution system design and associated protection and control considerations.
Experience in wiring harness and junction box design for industrial or engine applications.
Experience designing building electrical ducting and services for industrial or laboratory facilities.
Comfort working in a continuous improvement environment and contributing ideas to enhance methods and procedures.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, standards-compliant engineering documentation.
Motivation to pursue ongoing training and professional development to stay current with evolving technologies and tools.
Work Environment
The role is based in a laboratory setting where the electrical engineer works closely with cross-functional teams, including electrical, mechanical, and software engineers, as well as designers, drafters, and project management. The environment emphasizes collaboration, continuous improvement, and a positive culture. Work typically involves using AutoCAD Electrical or similar tools to develop wiring diagrams, schematics, and layouts for data acquisition, control, and power distribution systems. The setting supports ongoing training and professional development, providing opportunities to expand technical knowledge and contribute to process enhancements. #mneng26
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Brighton, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $65.00/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 New Brighton,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 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.
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