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Job Title: Electrical Engineer Job Description

As an Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for performing hardware and firmware validation of residential energy storage and solar systems. You will be involved in system-level validation, root-cause analysis, and implementing hardware and firmware mitigations. You will also develop and execute test plans to ensure the validation of functions, features, and system performance.

Responsibilities

+ Perform hardware and firmware validation for residential energy storage and solar systems.

+ Conduct system-level validation, root-cause analysis, and implement hardware and firmware mitigations.

+ Develop and execute test plans to validate system functions, features, and performance.

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure functional, performance, and safety requirements are met.

+ Conduct failure analysis to understand root causes and drive resolution for testing and field failures.

+ Engage in hands-on hardware bring up and prototyping.

+ Develop validation test setups and test automation software.

Essential Skills

+ Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.

+ Hands-on experience in hardware and firmware validation.

+ Proficiency with basic electrical engineering tools such as DMM, oscilloscopes, power analyzer, power supplies, electronic loads, and CAN tools.

+ Experience with programming languages Python, C, and C++.

+ Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.

+ Effective communication skills and excellent attention to detail.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with batteries, power electronics, and renewable energy products is preferred.

Work Environment

The work environment is hands-on and collaborative, involving hardware bring up and prototyping. You will utilize various electrical engineering tools and technologies, and work closely with cross-functional teams. The role requires effective communication and a strong focus on detail and safety.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Palo Alto, California.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62.00 - $62.00/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 Palo Alto,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 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.

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