• Electrical Engineer

    Actalent (Grand Rapids, MI)


    Summary:

    We are seeking a skilled Electrical Design Engineer to lead the design, development, testing, and supervision of electrical equipment and systems. This role involves creating detailed schematics, engineering drawings, and specifications for electrical panels, conduit layouts, wire harnesses, and control systems. The ideal candidate will bring technical expertise, creativity, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

    Education & Experience Requirements:

    + Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred.

    + 3-5 years of relevant experience in electrical design and manufacturing required.

    Key Skills & Competencies:

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

    + Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

    + Proficiency in creating electrical schematics and engineering drawings.

    + Experience with CAD software and other engineering design tools.

    + Ability to perform detailed calculations and apply electrical theory to real-world applications.

    + Knowledge of wire termination processes and electrical panel design.

    + Team-oriented with a high attention to detail.

    Primary Responsibilities:

    + Design, develop, and test electrical systems and components including machinery controls, wiring, conduit layouts, cabling, and electrical panels.

    + Create detailed design drawings and specifications using CAD software.

    + Evaluate designs for cost-effectiveness, reliability, and safety.

    + Simulate and test machine/system operations to ensure optimal performance.

    + Investigate and analyze competitor and vendor products for benchmarking and improvement.

    + Drive continuous improvement initiatives in design and manufacturing processes.

    + Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/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 Grand Rapids,MI.

     

    Application Deadline

     

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