• Electrical Engineer

    Actalent (Owatonna, MN)


    Description

    This role focuses on creating, evaluating, and maintaining electronic systems and components used in metering and smart grid technologies. Ideal candidates will possess solid expertise in both analog and digital circuit design, PCB layout, and diagnostic techniques. You’ll have the chance to contribute to cutting-edge energy solutions within a collaborative engineering team.

     

    + Apply strong knowledge of electrical principles and design concepts.

    + Design, develop, and troubleshoot analog, digital, and RF circuitry.

    + Utilize laboratory instruments for circuit development and validation.

    + Confirm compliance with design requirements through analysis, simulation, and hands-on testing; document findings and compare results to theoretical expectations.

    + Prepare technical documentation, including specifications, test procedures, reports, and project records.

    + Interpret data and provide actionable recommendations.

    + Offer technical assistance to manufacturing, service teams, and other internal groups.

    + Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as embedded software, PCB layout, and mechanical engineering.

    + Participate actively in design verification and validation processes.

    + Lead and contribute to design review sessions.

    + Engage in mentorship opportunities with senior engineers while supporting team growth.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline.

    + Two or more years of experience in circuit design or a comparable engineering role.

    + Strong knowledge of electrical circuit fundamentals and theory.

    + Familiarity with RF principles and signal propagation.

    + Ability to design circuits using a wide range of electronic components and devices.

    + Hands-on experience with RF electronics and circuit development.

    + Proficiency in PCB design and layout, along with experience creating firmware and performing related engineering tasks.

    + Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

    + Skilled in using test and measurement tools such as oscilloscopes, voltmeters, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators for design and validation.

    + Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

    + Strong capability in diagnosing and resolving hardware issues.

    Preferred Skills & Experience

    + Background in microcontroller-based systems and embedded software or firmware development.

    + Experience with schematic capture tools and PCB layout applications.

    + Familiarity with programming languages such as C++, C#, LabVIEW, and MATLAB.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Owatonna, MN.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

     

    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 Owatonna,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 22, 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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.