Junior Electrical Engineer
Location: Hauppauge, NY (100% Onsite)
Schedule: Full-Time | Contract-to-Hire | 9/80 Schedule (Every Other Friday Off)
Our client is an award-winning engineering services company that specializes in developing innovative products across aerospace, commercial, medical, industrial, and consumer markets. They are seeking a Junior Electrical Engineer to join their growing team in Hauppauge, NY.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with strong troubleshooting experience who enjoys hands-on laboratory work and wants exposure to a wide variety of cutting-edge technologies and client projects. You'll work alongside experienced engineers in a collaborative, family-oriented environment that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct testing, validation, troubleshooting, and debugging of electronic systems and products in a laboratory environment.
Support commercial and aerospace development programs through hands-on electrical testing and analysis.
Utilize oscilloscopes, voltmeters, logic analyzers, and other lab equipment to diagnose and resolve issues.
Create and modify schematics using Cadence or similar schematic capture software.
Assist Senior Electrical Engineers with product development, testing, and technical investigations.
Review electrical schematics, component datasheets, and PCB layouts.
Support proto@type development, design verification, and product validation activities.
Document test results, troubleshooting findings, and engineering recommendations.
Communicate project status and technical findings with engineering teams and clients as needed.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university (Master's degree preferred).
2-5 years of Electrical Engineering experience.
Strong hands-on experience troubleshooting electronic systems and circuits.
Experience working with laboratory test equipment such as:
Oscilloscopes
Voltmeters
Logic analyzers
Power analyzers
Experience with schematic capture software, preferably Cadence.
Understanding of analog, digital, and mixed-signal electronics.
Ability to read and interpret schematics, PCB layouts, and technical documentation.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with PCB design and layout tools.
Familiarity with aerospace, military, or high-reliability electronic systems.
Knowledge of COTS and military-grade electronic components.
Experience supporting manufacturing, quality, or test engineering activities.
U.S. Citizenship preferred.
Why Join?
Work on innovative commercial and aerospace technologies.
Exposure to diverse engineering projects and clients.
Collaborative small-team environment with direct access to Senior engineers.
Strong company culture focused on teamwork, mentorship, and growth.
Casual work environment that values personality and culture fit.
Competitive compensation and career advancement opportunities.
Flexible 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.
Family-oriented culture with company events and team activities throughout the year.
Ideal Candidate
We're looking for someone who enjoys getting hands-on in the lab, thrives on solving complex technical problems, and wants to grow alongside a team of experienced engineers. The ideal candidate is technically curious, collaborative, and excited about working on a variety of challenging products and technologies.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Hauppauge, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $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 Hauppauge,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 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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