What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Designer position at Actalent?
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Electrical Designer to join our product development team in Dallas, TX, focusing on the design and manufacture of high-performance electrical equipment for data center applications. This position involves supporting the design and engineering of medium voltage switchgear, low voltage switchboards, and integrated power systems, ensuring they meet the high standards of reliability, scalability, and efficiency required by modern data centers.
Responsibilities
- Support the design, engineering, and development of electrical equipment including Medium Voltage switchgear, Low Voltage switchboards, and power distribution units tailored for data center environments.
- Create and edit detailed electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and equipment layouts for manufacturing and customer delivery.
- Collaborate with mechanical and manufacturing engineers to ensure seamless integration of electrical components into final products.
- Conduct power system analysis and simulations to validate performance, safety, and compliance.
- Interface with clients and internal stakeholders to gather requirements and provide technical support throughout the product lifecycle.
- Ensure all designs comply with applicable standards including UL, IEEE, ANSI, NEC, and customer-specific requirements.
- Support testing, certification, and quality assurance processes for new and existing products.
- Contribute to innovation initiatives focused on improving energy efficiency, modularity, and digital monitoring capabilities in data center equipment.
- Associates or Bachelor’s degree in an Electrical Engineering related field.
- 2 years of experience in electrical equipment design, preferably for data center or mission-critical applications.
- Strong knowledge of LV power distribution systems such as switchgears and switchboards.
- Experience with CAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar).
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes and design-for-manufacturing principles.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
- Experience with UL891, UL1558, and IEC standards.
- Power system analysis software (ETAP, SKM, EasyPower).
- Knowledge of thermal management, arc flash mitigation, and fault tolerance in electrical equipment.
- Exposure to digital monitoring systems, PLCs, and SCADA integration.
- Understanding of data center infrastructure and operational requirements.
The position operates Monday to Friday with a start time between 6am-7am in an office environment, collaborating with manufacturing for designs. No travel is required. The role demands adaptability to evolving technologies and a fast-paced work environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Dallas, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $120000.00/yr.
Benefits Include:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Employer-paid Teladoc
• 401K with matching
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Company-wide quarterly performance bonus
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Dallas,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 15, 2025.
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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $70,000 - $120,000