Electrical Engineer – Laser & Medical Device Systems

About the Role

We are seeking an Intermediate Electrical Engineer to help design, prototype, and transition laser‑based medical device systems from concept to production. This role sits at the intersection of systems engineering, embedded software, electrical hardware, and manufacturing, within a regulated medical environment.

You will play a hands‑on role in building real products—owning system architecture, firmware development, testing, and compliance—while collaborating with cross‑functional engineering and manufacturing teams.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain laser-based medical device systems, from early prototype through production support.
• Lead prototyping and process development efforts, focusing on scalability, repeatability, and manufacturability.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements to system performance, reliability, and cost.
• Support transition of designs into manufacturing and production environments.

Systems & Engineering Responsibilities

• Develop system architectures that integrate:
  • Electrical hardware
  • Embedded software
  • Sensors, actuators, and motion control systems
• Design and implement embedded firmware for device control, monitoring, and data acquisition.
• Collaborate closely with mechanical, manufacturing, quality, and software teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Perform system-level testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and optimization.
• Contribute to design reviews, risk assessments, and failure analysis.

Regulatory & Documentation Responsibilities

• Ensure system designs and software meet ISO 13485, FDA, and IEC 62304 requirements.
• Develop and maintain:
  • System and software requirements
  • Design documentation and specifications
  • Verification and validation protocols
• Support audits, design history file (DHF) documentation, and change control activities.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.

Experience

• 3 years of systems engineering experience in medical devices or other regulated industries.
• Hands-on experience developing embedded systems using C/C and Python.

Core Technical Skills

• Systems Engineering and system integration
• Electrical engineering and hardware/software integration
• Embedded firmware development
• Manufacturing support and design for manufacturability
• G-Code, motion control, or CNC‑style control systems
• Validation and verification in regulated environments
• Software-hardware interface design

Additional Technical Competencies (Preferred)

• PCB design and electrical hardware integration
• Experience with microcontrollers and RTOS
• Communication protocols:
  • UART
  • SPI
  • I²C
• Knowledge of IEC 62304 medical device software lifecycle standards
• Familiarity with Design Controls and Risk Management (FMEA)

Experience Level

• Intermediate / Mid-Level Engineer

Why Join Us

• Work on cutting-edge laser medical technologies that directly impact patient care
• Hands-on ownership from concept through production
• Collaborative, cross-functional engineering environment
• Strong emphasis on quality, safety, and real-world product delivery

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Halethorpe, MD.

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $58.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Halethorpe,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 21, 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 : $55 - $58