What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Design Engineer position at Actalent?
Job Title: Electrical Engineer
Essential Skills
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
- 5 years of experience in Electrical Design for commercial and industrial facilities.
- 5 years of experience using AutoCAD.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with Revit is a plus.
Job Description
The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for completing design projects for Commercial, Industrial, Institutional, and Municipal clients. This includes working on medium and low voltage power distribution systems, industrial and commercial lighting design, industrial control systems including PLC-based control, HMI interface, motor control systems, process instrumentation design, emergency power generation systems, and alternative energy designs such as solar, hydro, and bio-gas. Additionally, the role involves electrical system modeling for short circuit analysis, arc flash hazard analysis, and protective device coordination, as well as drawing development using AutoCAD design software.
Responsibilities
- Conduct engineering and design for multi-discipline and electrical design projects.
- Manage project design budgets and oversee electrical design projects.
- Develop drawings and specifications related to electrical designs.
- Coordinate directly with clients and contractors during construction.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Rapids, MI.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $32.00 - $45.00/hr.
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 TypeThis is a hybrid position in Grand Rapids,MI.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 3, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
Salary : $32 - $45