• Lead Electrical Engineer

    Actalent (Boulder City, NV)


    Job Title: Lead Electrical Engineer Job Description

     

    We are seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to manage and drive electrical engineering projects from inception to completion. This role involves providing technical expertise and guidance, designing electrical systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.

    Responsibilities

    + Manage and oversee electrical engineering projects from conception to completion.

    + Provide technical expertise, guidance, and facilitation to team members.

    + Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders for successful project execution.

    + Design and develop electrical systems and components, including printed circuit boards (PCBs).

    + Mentor and support junior engineers.

    + Work closely with technicians during prototype building.

    + Engage with engineers, technicians, and stakeholders for continuous quality improvement.

    + Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources.

    Essential Skills

    + Expertise in electrical engineering and electrical design.

    + Proficiency in power supplies, power generation, and control systems for pumps and valves.

    + Experience with high power electronics, handling 100W+ and 30-80 KW power levels.

    + Comfort with 400 DC and 480 AC systems.

    + Strong understanding of component theory for circuit boards and PCB design.

    + Experience with batteries, controllers, and voltage conversion.

    + Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline such as electrical, electronics, science, technology, engineering, or mathematics.

    + 6+ years of experience in high power electronics.

    + Familiarity with Solidworks or NX and PCB Design tools such as Altium and Mentor Graphics.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with military specifications and the use of military connectors.

    + Understanding of space considerations and application in engineering designs.

    Work Environment

    This role is based on-site in Boulder City in a smaller office setting. The dress code is casual, with jeans and polo shirts being acceptable attire. The company is a recognized community partner, participating in local events and has received awards for its inclusive work culture, including disability inclusion, Women's Choice Awards, and recognition in Women Engineer Magazine. The position offers a long-term contract with the potential for full-time employment after 18 months.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Boulder City, Nevada.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $80.00 - $100.00/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 Boulder City,NV.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 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.