Entry Level Electrical Design Engineer

Actalent; Lexington (TN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in Lexington, TN seeks an Jr Electrical Engineer to support electrical design for industrial products. You will assist sustaining engineering, work with manufacturing teams, and apply industry standards while gaining hands-on experience.

The role emphasizes teamwork, problem solving, and proficiency in Excel for calculations, with a clear path for long-term technical development in a manufacturing-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 0–3 years of engineering experience; co-ops or internships are a plus.
• Foundational knowledge of electrical design and electrical engineering principles.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for engineering calculations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team-oriented, collaborative mindset.
• Ability to support electrical testing and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Support electrical design and engineering activities for industrial products and equipment.
• Assist with sustaining engineering and drive continuous improvements.
• Provide engineering support to manufacturing and production teams.
• Support electrical testing, analysis, and troubleshooting activities.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and design changes.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Sales teams.
• Utilize Excel-based calculation programs for design and analysis.
• Respond to customer inquiries on product performance and requirements.
• Apply industry standards to ensure compliance and quality.
• Contribute ideas in product development and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Electrical design

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Electrical testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

IEEE standards

NEMA standards

Job description

Job Title: Jr Electrical Engineer

Job Description

This is an entry level engineering role that focuses on supporting electrical design and engineering activities for industrial products and equipment, with a strong connection to manufacturing operations. You will contribute to sustaining engineering and continuous improvement of existing products while gaining hands‑on experience across the full product lifecycle, from design through production. The position offers exposure to industrial power generation and rotating equipment and provides an excellent foundation for long‑term career development in a highly technical industry.

Responsibilities

• Support electrical design and engineering activities for industrial products and equipment.

• Assist with sustaining engineering efforts and drive continuous improvements to existing products.

• Provide engineering support to manufacturing and production teams to ensure smooth operations.

• Support electrical testing, analysis, and troubleshooting activities to resolve technical issues.

• Assist with preparing and maintaining technical documentation, engineering calculations, and design changes.

• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Sales teams to address and resolve technical challenges.

• Utilize custom engineering tools and Excel-based calculation programs to perform design and analysis work.

• Support customer inquiries related to product performance, technical requirements, and application questions.

• Apply relevant industry standards and specifications to engineering activities to ensure compliance and quality.

• Participate in product development and improvement initiatives, contributing ideas and technical input.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required.

• 0–3 years of engineering experience. Pertinent Co‑ops or internships are a plus.

• Foundational knowledge of electrical design and electrical engineering principles.

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including use in engineering calculations.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented environment.

• Ability to support electrical testing, analysis, and troubleshooting activities.

Qualifications

• Internship, co‑op, or project experience within manufacturing, industrial systems, controls, power systems, or electrical equipment.

• Exposure to motors, generators, rotating equipment, or industrial electrical systems.

• Familiarity with electrical testing and troubleshooting methods and tools.

• Exposure to IEEE and NEMA standards.

• Experience supporting manufacturing operations or production environments.

• Interest in industrial power generation and rotating equipment.

• Motivation to develop a long‑term career in a highly technical industry.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lexington, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $73000.00 - $75000.00/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.

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 Lexington,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 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.

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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.