Electrical Engineer

Actalent; Sabina (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Overtime opportunities

Work shoe reimbursement/safety shoe

Job summary

Actalent in Sabina, OH is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design, develop, and validate electrical test systems for high-volume manufacturing. You will support current production and new models, building and retooling equipment and applying machine vision solutions on the test floor.

The role requires 2+ years in automotive/manufacturing, strong PLC and embedded-C experience, and familiarity with machine vision and ISO/ANSI/NEC standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Software Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in automotive or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of electrical circuits and schematics with hands-on software focus.
• Experience developing software/applications in C#, C/C++, SQL.
• Ability to work with ladder logic and PLC programming in regulated manufacturing.
• Familiarity with industrial I/O interfaces, PCI/PCIe, PC-based I/O systems.
• Knowledge of instrumentation calibration for production test equipment.
• Experience with embedded C in industrial/automotive contexts.
• Understanding of machine vision and integration into automated test systems.
• Familiarity with ISO, ANSI, NFPA 79, NEC, and US DOT vehicle display regulations.
• Basic computer hardware knowledge to support PC-based test systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication for cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for electrical testing in current production and new model additions.
• Design, develop, and validate electrical test systems for high-volume manufacturing.
• Set up machines for new models, retooling equipment and implementing machine vision.
• Investigate and develop new testing methods, templates, and tools for R&D.
• Troubleshoot test equipment and reduce downtime for production and maintenance teams.
• Configure tests in response to rejects and quality escapes to prevent recurrence.
• Develop and maintain SQL databases for testing, data collection, and reporting.
• Implement design changes to improve performance and compliance.
• Train production and maintenance staff on new and existing test equipment and processes.
• Provide ongoing support for existing equipment and new model tests.
• Ensure test systems comply with ISO, ANSI, NFPA 79, NEC, and US DOT regulations.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Electrical testing

Software development

C/C++

C#

SQL

PLC programming

Machine vision

Embedded C

Regulated manufacturing

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Software Engineering

Tools

RSLogix 5000

Fanuc robotics

PCI/PCIe PC-based I/O

Job description

Job Description

The Electrical Engineer provides technical support in the area of electrical testing for current production and new model additions. This role designs, develops, and validates electrical test systems from complex design specifications to support a mass production environment, ensuring high product quality and consistent cycle times. The position collaborates closely with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality, Production, and Material Services to introduce new models, enhance existing test capabilities, and maintain reliable production test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for electrical testing related to current production and new model additions.
• Design, develop, and validate electrical test systems based on complex design specifications to support high-volume manufacturing.
• Set up machines for new models, including building and retooling equipment, creating programs, and implementing machine vision solutions.
• Investigate and develop new testing methods, templates, and tools as part of ongoing research and development efforts.
• Support production and maintenance teams by troubleshooting false failures on test equipment and reducing downtime.
• Set up and configure tests in response to internal or external rejects and quality escapes to prevent recurrence.
• Develop, modify, and maintain SQL databases to meet testing, data collection, and reporting requirements.
• Implement required design changes, including machine and equipment modifications, to improve performance and compliance.
• Facilitate training for production and maintenance personnel on new and existing test equipment and processes.
• Provide ongoing support for existing equipment used in current production and for new model additions.
• Ensure test systems and processes align with applicable ISO, ANSI, NFPA 79, NEC, and U.S. Department of Transportation vehicle display regulations.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to analyze test data and drive continuous improvement in product quality.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Software Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in an automotive or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of electrical circuits and schematics, with an interest in hands-on applications and software-focused engineering.
• Experience developing software and applications, including programming in C#, C/C++, and SQL.
• Ability to work with ladder logic and PLC programming in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with industrial communication and I/O interfaces, with PCI/PCIe and PC-based I/O systems preferred.
• Knowledge of instrumentation calibration practices for production test equipment.
• Experience with embedded C and embedded software development in an industrial or automotive context.
• Understanding of machine vision solutions and their integration into automated test systems.
• Familiarity with automotive industry standards and working within a regulated environment.
• Basic computer hardware knowledge to support PC-based test systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of PLC logic and programming, including experience with platforms such as RSLogix 5000, is preferred.
• Experience with Fanuc robotics and related programming or operations is advantageous.
• Robotics operations or programming certification (Fanuc, Mitsubishi, or similar) is preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO, ANSI, NFPA 79, NEC, and applicable U.S. Department of Transportation vehicle display regulations.
• Experience with machine vision configuration and integration into automated test equipment.
• Exposure to automotive industry processes and quality systems in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret complex design specifications and translate them into robust test systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot production test equipment and resolve technical issues efficiently.

Work Environment

This is an onsite role supporting automotive manufacturing operations in a clean, temperature-controlled production environment. The position works closely with engineering, quality, production, and material services teams on the factory floor and in technical lab or test areas. Work involves regular interaction with automated test equipment, PLC-controlled machinery, industrial PCs, machine vision systems, robotics, and PC-based I/O interfaces such as PCI and PCIe. The environment emphasizes safety, adherence to industrial and regulatory standards, and reliable operation of test systems in a mass production setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Sabina, OH.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $85000.00/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.

• Health insurance coverage
• Work shoe reimbursement/safety shoe assistance
• Overtime opportunities and earning potential through additional hours

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sabina,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 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.

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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