Electrical Engineer

Actalent; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Electrical Engineer with 5+ years of MEP experience for projects in the Baltimore/DC area. The role emphasizes independent project management and drafting in AutoCAD, with Revit experience preferred for tenant fit-outs and interiors.

The position offers a hybrid schedule with an onsite Columbia, MD office and the opportunity to work on notable commercial and federal projects. Salary ranges are provided, and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in an MEP environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD for electrical design.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of projects from inception to completion for commercial and federal projects in the Baltimore/DC Metropolitan area.
• Execute all drafting and design functions using AutoCAD.
• Contribute to design efforts in Revit for tenant fit-outs and commercial interiors.
• Engage with high-profile commercial interior projects including commercial headquarters, breweries, distilleries, and projects for government integrators.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Title: Electrical EngineerJob Description

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer with over five years of experience in an MEP environment. This role offers significant upward mobility and a hybrid work schedule. The ideal candidate should be able to manage projects independently from start to finish and demonstrate proficiency in AutoCAD, with Revit being a preferred skill.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of projects from inception to completion for commercial and federal projects, particularly in the Baltimore/DC Metropolitan area.
• Execute all drafting and design functions using AutoCAD.
• Contribute to design efforts in Revit for tenant fit-outs and commercial interiors.
• Engage with high-profile commercial interior projects including commercial headquarters, breweries, distilleries, and projects for government integrators.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in an MEP environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD for electrical design.
• Ability to independently manage and complete projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Revit is preferred.
• Strong understanding of electrical design principles and practices.

Work Environment

The work environment is family-friendly, with flexible work schedules for in-state employees and fully remote options for out-of-state employees. The office, located in Columbia, MD, houses around 30 people and fosters an open and collaborative atmosphere with no doors on offices. The space is designed to encourage collaboration, with all associates and principles seated in a shared area.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbia, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $57.69/hr.

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.

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 Columbia,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.