Electrical Engineer

ACTalent; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to design and develop electrical controls and power distribution for complex manufactured products. You will lead technical design efforts, produce complete design packages, and mentor junior staff in a manufacturing environment based in Durham, NC.

The role requires extensive experience with AutoCAD Electrical, Autodesk Inventor and Vault, and strong knowledge of UL/NEC/NFPA 79 standards, along with MS Office proficiency for documentation and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of related electrical engineering experience in controls and/or power distribution design.
• Proficiency with 2-D AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent electrical design software.
• Strong knowledge of UL, National Electrical Code (NEC), and NFPA 79 standards.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, single-line diagrams, and control drawings.
• Proficiency with Autodesk software tools, including Autodesk Vault and AutoCAD Electrical.
• Solid understanding of electrical controls and power distribution systems used in manufactured products.
• Bachelors degree in engineering, with a preference for electrical engineering.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications for documentation, reporting, and communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop complete electrical design packages, including detailed schematics, control panel layouts, and bills of materials.
• Ensure designs comply with engineering specifications, internal standards, and relevant codes.
• Mentor and guide junior staff in producing accurate design packages and provide technical feedback.
• Collaborate with System Engineering to refine controls diagrams for system functionality.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to integrate designs into project deliverables and schedules.
• Use AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent to create and update drawings and documentation.
• Utilize Autodesk tools to support design, documentation management, and product lifecycle processes.
• Apply knowledge of UL, NEC, and NFPA 79 standards for safe designs.
• Interpret construction drawings and control drawings to support design and manufacturing.
• Support design and integration of control wiring and power distribution, including HMI/SCADA.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of design practices and standards.

Skills

Electrical design

Controls & power dist

Schematic reading

AutoCAD Electrical

Autodesk Vault

UL/NEC/NFPA79 knowledge

MS Office

Engineering degree

Education

Bachelors in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Autodesk Inventor

Autodesk Vault

Job description

Job Title: Senior Electrical Engineer

Job Description

The Senior Electrical Engineer designs and develops electrical controls and power distribution systems for complex manufactured product solutions. This role ensures that all products meet engineering specifications and applicable standards while supporting project delivery through highquality design packages and technical leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop complete electrical design packages, including detailed electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and comprehensive bills of materials.
• Ensure electrical designs comply with engineering specifications, internal standards, and relevant industry codes and regulations.
• Mentor and guide junior engineering staff in producing accurate and compliant design packages, providing technical review and feedback.
• Collaborate closely with System Engineering to create and refine controls diagrams that support overall system functionality.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to integrate electrical designs into broader project deliverables and meet project schedules.
• Use AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent software to create and update electrical drawings and documentation.
• Utilize Autodesk tools, including Autodesk Inventor and Autodesk Vault, to support design, documentation management, and product lifecycle processes.
• Apply knowledge of UL, NEC, and NFPA 79 standards to ensure safe and compliant electrical designs.
• Interpret and work from construction drawings, single-line diagrams, and control drawings to support design and manufacturing activities.
• Support the design and integration of control wiring and power distribution systems, including HMI and SCADA components, where required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of design practices, tools, and standards within the engineering team.

Essential Skills

• 8+ years of related electrical engineering experience in controls and/or power distribution design.
• Proficiency with 2-D AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent electrical design software.
• Strong knowledge of UL, National Electrical Code (NEC), and NFPA 79 standards.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, single-line diagrams, and control drawings.
• Proficiency with Autodesk software tools, including Autodesk Vault and AutoCAD Electrical.
• Solid understanding of electrical controls and power distribution systems used in manufactured products.
• Bachelors degree in engineering, with a preference for electrical engineering.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications for documentation, reporting, and communication.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with generator systems and designing components using Autodesk Inventor is preferred.
• Experience with control wiring and power distribution systems involving HMI and SCADA is preferred.
• Autodesk CAD administration-level experience is beneficial for managing design standards, libraries, and configurations.
• Familiarity with designing and documenting weldments within Autodesk tools is advantageous.
• Experience working with generic HMI and SCADA platforms in industrial or manufacturing environments is a plus.

Work Environment

This role operates in a manufacturing environment where the Senior Electrical Engineer works closely with production and other engineering disciplines to support products throughout their lifecycle. The position occasionally requires inspecting products in progress on the manufacturing floor and handling or moving materials weighing up to 40 pounds. Work typically involves extensive use of design and engineering tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Vault, IFS, and Microsoft Office, in combination with adherence to UL, NEC, and NFPA 79 standards. The environment emphasizes safety, collaboration, and hands‑on engagement with equipment and systems as they move from design through production.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Durham, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long‑term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Durham, NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Durham,NC.

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 withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall 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 applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.