Electrical Engineer

ACTalent; City of Troy (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

PTO

Job summary

ACTalent in Troy, NY is seeking an Electrical Engineer (entry to mid-level) to design power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems for commercial buildings. The role offers mentorship, project ownership, and a clear path for professional growth.

You will collaborate with senior engineers, architects and owners, perform load calculations, develop construction documents with Revit MEP, and participate in field visits through construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2-5 years of electrical design experience.
• Proficiency with Revit MEP.
• Knowledge of power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and access control systems.
• Experience with switchgear, switchboards, and electrical studies is preferred.
• PE License or EIT certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems for commercial building projects.
• Collaborate with senior engineers, architects, owners, and facility teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist with system planning, evaluations, and engineering design solutions.
• Perform power and lighting load calculations using industry-standard software.
• Complete short circuit, selective coordination, and arc flash studies using SKM software.
• Coordinate with manufacturers and equipment vendors to evaluate and specify electrical equipment.
• Develop construction documents utilizing Revit MEP and BIM technology.
• Participate in field visits, inspections, and troubleshooting activities.
• Review contractor submittals and support projects through construction completion.
• Contribute to team meetings and engineering initiatives.

Skills

Power distribution

Lighting design

Fire alarm systems

Low-voltage design

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit MEP

SKM

Job description

Electrical Engineer (Entry-Level to Mid-Level)

Launch Your Engineering Career with a Team That Invests in Your Growth

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with 2-5 years of experience who wants mentorship, project ownership, and a clear path for professional growth.

What You'll Do

• Design power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems for commercial building projects.
• Collaborate closely with senior engineers, architects, owners, and facility teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist with system planning, evaluations, and engineering design solutions.
• Perform power and lighting load calculations using industry-standard software.
• Complete short circuit, selective coordination, and arc flash studies using SKM software.
• Coordinate with manufacturers and equipment vendors to evaluate and specify electrical equipment.
• Develop highly coordinated construction documents utilizing Revit MEP and BIM technology.
• Participate in field visits, construction inspections, and troubleshooting activities.
• Review contractor submittals and support projects through construction completion.
• Contribute to team meetings, technical training sessions, and company-wide engineering initiatives.

What Makes This Opportunity Different

• Direct mentorship from experienced engineers
• Exposure to diverse commercial building projects
• Hands-on experience with Revit MEP and SKM software
• Collaborative team environment focused on learning and development
• Opportunity to grow toward PE licensure and increased project responsibility
• Involvement throughout the full project lifecycle, from concept design through construction

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2-5 years of electrical design experience.
• Experience with electrical systems design for commercial buildings.
• Proficiency with Revit MEP.
• Knowledge of power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and access control systems.
• Experience with switchgear, switchboards, and electrical studies is preferred.
• PE License or EIT certification is a plus.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Troy, NY.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

401k, health, medical, dental, vision, PTO

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Troy, NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Troy,NY.

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.

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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.