Fully Remote Electrical Designer

Actalent; Duffield (VA); Remote; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (medical, dental, life

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Electrical Designer for a fully remote role based from Duffield, VA, with occasional travel to project sites and customer locations. The designer will interpret bid letters and customer specifications to produce complete design packages, perform engineering calculations, and prepare BOMs and work orders for manufacturing and installation.

The role requires proficiency in AutoCAD or Revit, strong communication, and the ability to support design across architectural,

Qualifications

• Strong technical aptitude in architectural, mechanical, and electrical design disciplines.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Revit, using the latest software releases.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel for documentation, reporting, and engineering calculations.
• Solid understanding of algebra, geometry, and engineering-related mathematical formulas for AC service, HVAC, energy load, and structural calculations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with collaboration across design, factory, and sales teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a wide range of detailed architectural, mechanical, and electrical drawings with focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Interpret bid letters, customer specifications, and drawings to develop design packages.
• Perform standard engineering calculations for design decisions and system performance.
• Develop work orders and Bills of Materials (BOMs) concurrent with drawing production.
• Provide technical support to internal teams and customers; travel as needed.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align project requirements and design standards.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Engineering calculations

Drafting

Communication

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Job Description

The Electrical Designer prepares detailed architectural, mechanical, and electrical drawings while ensuring accuracy and adherence to specifications. This role interprets bid letters, customer specifications, and customer-supplied drawings to develop complete design packages, performs standard engineering calculations, and creates work orders and Bills of Material alongside drawing production. The position provides technical support to internal teams and customers and includes occasional travel to support projects and collaborative initiatives.

Job Title: Electrical Designer

Responsibilities

• Prepare a wide range of detailed architectural, mechanical, and electrical drawings with a strong focus on accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project specifications.
• Interpret and break down information from bid letters, customer specifications, and customer-supplied drawings to develop comprehensive and coordinated design packages.
• Perform standard engineering calculations, including AC service, HVAC, energy load, and structural calculations, to support design decisions and ensure system performance.
• Develop work orders and detailed Bills of Material (BOMs) concurrently with drawing production to ensure timely and accurate documentation for manufacturing and installation.
• Provide technical support and guidance to factory personnel, sales teams, and customers, helping to clarify design intent, resolve technical questions, and support project execution.
• Collaborate regularly with cross-functional teams, including design, factory, and sales, to align project requirements, resolve issues, and maintain consistent design standards.
• Utilize industry-standard software tools such as AutoCAD and/or Revit, Microsoft Word, and Excel to produce drawings, documentation, and calculations.
• Support continuous improvement of design processes and documentation practices by applying strong technical aptitude across architectural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines.
• Travel occasionally to project sites, customer locations, or other facilities to support projects, provide technical assistance, and participate in team meetings when required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the department leadership to support departmental goals and overall project success.

Essential Skills

• Strong technical aptitude in architectural, mechanical, and electrical design disciplines, with the ability to integrate these areas into cohesive design solutions.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Revit, using the latest software releases to produce accurate and detailed design drawings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel for documentation, reporting, and engineering calculations.
• Solid understanding of algebra, geometry, and engineering-related mathematical formulas to perform standard engineering calculations such as AC service, HVAC, energy load, and structural calculations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across design, factory, sales, and customer teams.
• Ability to interpret bid letters, customer specifications, and customer-supplied drawings and translate them into complete design packages.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills to manage drawing production, work orders, and Bills of Material concurrently.
• Ability to provide clear and reliable technical support to internal teams and customers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a design and engineering environment that relies heavily on computer-based tools and industry-standard software.
• Comfort working across multiple disciplines, including architectural, mechanical, and electrical, in a coordinated project setting.
• Ability to adapt to evolving project requirements and perform additional duties as needed to support departmental and project objectives.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites, customer locations, or other facilities to support projects and internal teams.

Work Environment

The role operates in a professional design and engineering environment that relies heavily on computer-based tools and industry-standard software, including Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, and the latest releases of AutoCAD and/or Revit. Work is primarily office-based and focuses on detailed drawing production, engineering calculations, and documentation. The position involves regular collaboration with design, factory, and sales teams, fostering a supportive and technically driven culture. Occasional travel to project sites, customer locations, or other company facilities may be required to support projects, provide technical assistance, and participate in cross-functional meetings.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Duffield, VA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $95000.00/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.

Client offers a contributory insurance package of group health, dental, life and disability, as well as a prescription drug benefit and a vision plan. You will be automatically enrolled at a 3% contribution rate in VFPs 401(k) plan. Other benefits include paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays. Client also offers Employee Assistance Program for select educational pursuits.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

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.

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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.