What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Designer position at Actalent?
Electrical Designer
Description
- Design electrical schematics, panel layouts, and P&ID diagrams using AutoCAD/AutoCAD Electrical.
- Develop electrical BOMs and support documentation.
- Program electronic controllers and radar devices; PLC programming is a plus.
- Support internal teams with technical expertise and participate in design reviews and product development.
- Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards; manage engineering documentation and change requests.
Qualifications
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
- Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
- Strong knowledge of electrical circuits (digital/analog), VFDs, soft starters, and fiber optics.
- Familiar with NEC, NFPA 70, and C1D2 standards.
- Skilled in designing and troubleshooting 3-phase and single-phase power systems, control circuits, and performing voltage drop and arc flash calculations.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally; must be eligible for a U.S. passport and TWIC card.
Skills
Electrical, Electrical design, AutoCAD, Schematic, electrical schematic, panel design, Design, AutoCAD electrical (not required), panel building, Solidworks
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chattanooga, TN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $36.00/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 Type
This is a fully onsite position in Chattanooga,TN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 9, 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 : $31 - $36