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Job Title: Electrical Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Electrical Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will focus on analyzing system specifications and developing test requirements. This role involves test software development, troubleshooting of PCBs, designing cable harnesses, and creating onboard electrical schematics. The engineer will serve as the primary technical interface to project leads and act as a technical liaison with the Mechanical group throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

+ Analyze system specifications and decompose them into test requirements.

+ Develop and troubleshoot test software for PCBs.

+ Design cable harnesses.

+ Create onboard electrical schematics for systems.

+ Act as the primary technical interface to the Onboard Lead and Work Package Leader.

+ Serve as a technical liaison with the Mechanical group.

Essential Skills

+ 5+ years of experience as a Hardware Engineer with expertise in PCB/electronic schematic development.

+ Proficiency in designing, debugging, and testing PCBs.

+ Experience in identifying and solving hardware issues.

+ Experience in creating electrical schematics for boards.

+ Experience in creating cable harnesses.

+ Experience with the integration of cabling with mechanical racks.

+ Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

+ Ability to work well in a team, self-motivated, and strong problem-solving skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with Altium.

+ Participation in project lifecycle phases including requirement, design, implementation, and verification.

Work Environment

This position offers a hybrid work environment with 2 days on-site and 3 days remote. There is potential for the role to become fully remote. Collaborate with a dynamic team using cutting-edge technologies in a flexible work setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/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 hybrid position in Pittsburgh,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 11, 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.