• Electrical Design Engineer

    Actalent (Lawrence, KS)


    Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer

    Job Description

    This role involves creating Electrical Design Engineer with a focus on power distribution, low voltage infrastructure for IT and security systems, and lighting design. The Electrical Designer/Drafter will be responsible for selecting fixtures, performing lighting calculations, designing low-voltage systems such as fire alarms and security controls, calculating loads, fault current, and voltage drop, and conducting field surveys and providing support during the construction phase.

    Responsibilities

    + Design power distribution systems, including riser diagrams and panel schedules.

    + Develop low voltage infrastructure designs for IT and security systems.

    + Create lighting designs, including fixture selection and controls.

    + Design low-voltage systems, including fire alarm and security controls.

    + Calculate electrical loads, fault current, and voltage drop.

    + Conduct field surveys and provide support during the construction phase.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor in Electrical Engineer or Architectural Engineering.

    + Proficiency in Revit for electrical design.

    + Experience in power distribution and low-voltage systems.

    + Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and standard industry design practices.

    + Strong teamwork, communication, and client relationship skills.

    + Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

    + Strong work ethic and solid organizational skills.

    Work Environment

    The office is composed of 10 employees and has a bullpen-like setup, fostering a very family-oriented atmosphere. After demonstrating competence, there is an opportunity for a hybrid work model. Employees are involved in capital expenditure projects across multiple states, and generous full-time benefits are provided. Relocation packages may be offered to candidates willing to move to Lawrence.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Lawrence,KS.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 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.