Electrical Engineer

Actalent; Westlake (OH); On-site; USD 111,586,000 - 152,914,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Actalent in Westlake, OH, is seeking an experienced electrical design engineer to design and support electrical and control systems across multiple product lines. You will develop detailed documentation, select components, and ensure compliance with performance and safety standards.

The role collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, and production teams to improve products and processes in a dynamic, team-oriented environment, including on-site collaboration and hands-on testing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.
• Hands-on design experience with electrical CAD tools (AutoCAD/AutoCAD Electrical).
• Experience designing electrical systems, including power distribution and control circuits.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical and control systems for various product lines including 3phase power distribution and PLC-based controls.
• Create clear electrical schematics, panel layouts, and BOMs using CAD tools.
• Select and test electrical components to meet performance, reliability, and compliance.

Skills

Electrical CAD tools

VFDs and power distribution

Customer requirements analysis

Electrical testing methods

Electrical design principles

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Job Description

This role focuses on designing and supporting electrical and control systems for a diverse range of product lines. You will create detailed electrical documentation, guide component selection, and ensure systems meet performance, reliability, and compliance requirements. You will collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, and production teams to develop, improve, and support electrical products and processes in a growing, team-oriented environment.

Job Description

This role focuses on designing and supporting electrical and control systems for a diverse range of product lines. You will create detailed electrical documentation, guide component selection, and ensure systems meet performance, reliability, and compliance requirements. You will collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, and production teams to develop, improve, and support electrical products and processes in a growing, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities Include

• Design electrical and control systems for various product lines, including 3phase power distribution, variable frequency drives (VFDs), PLC-based controls, and sensor systems.
• Create clear and accurate electrical schematics, panel layouts, and bills of materials (BOMs) using AutoCAD Electrical or similar CAD tools to support manufacturing and service documentation.
• Select, develop, test, and troubleshoot electrical components and systems to ensure compatibility, performance, reliability, and overall product quality.
• Review customer requirements and materials to translate functional needs into robust electrical designs and control strategies.
• Develop and improve electrical products and manufacturing processes based on customer requirements, testing results, materials performance, and operator feedback.
• Prepare and execute electrical testing methods to verify system performance and support compliance with relevant standards and codes.
• Ensure electrical designs meet applicable electrical standards and regulations, including relevant compliance codes and industry guidelines.
• Provide technical support and project leadership by reporting progress, answering engineering questions, and maintaining accurate technical data and documentation.
• Collaborate closely with panel building and wiring teams to address design challenges, incorporate practical feedback, and improve manufacturability.
• Work with assemblers and operators on the production floor to support new models, implement design changes, and optimize production processes.
• Contribute to a collaborative, team-focused culture by sharing knowledge, participating in problem-solving activities, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a technical field, such as electrical engineering or a related discipline.
• Hands-on electrical design experience using any electrical CAD package, including tools such as AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical.
• Experience designing electrical systems, including power distribution and control circuits.
• Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs) and power distribution products.
• Experience with component and material selection for electrical systems.
• Ability to review and interpret customer requirements and technical materials to inform design decisions.
• Ability to prepare and execute electrical testing methods to validate system performance and quality.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles, including design of electrical systems, controls, and safety considerations.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems and resolve compatibility, performance, and reliability issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to support technical reporting and cross-functional collaboration.

Nice to Have

• Experience with controls and automation, including PLC programming and HMI programming.
• Knowledge of sensor technology and sensor system design.
• Familiarity with compliance codes and standards, including UL and NEC, and the ability to design systems in accordance with applicable codes.
• Experience with controls programming and automation systems in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to design of control panels, including layout, wiring considerations, and documentation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Westlake, OH.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $39.00 - $53.00/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 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 Westlake,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment 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 the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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