• Electrical Design Engineer

    Actalent (Fort Worth, TX)


    Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer

    MUST HAVE CHS

    Fort Worth, TX

    Job Description

    Design and develop wire harnesses for rotorcraft electrical systems using Siemens Capital Harness System (CHS). Generate detailed 2D/3D harness drawings, schematics, and documentation to support design, manufacturing, and certification. Collaborate with avionics, mechanical, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical components. Apply aerospace standards (e.g., MIL-STD, DO-160, AS50881) and Bell-specific design practices to ensure compliance and reliability. Conduct design reviews and support verification and validation activities throughout the product lifecycle. Interface with suppliers and manufacturing teams to resolve design issues and support harness fabrication. Maintain configuration control and manage design changes through PLM systems such as Teamcenter.

    Responsibilities

    + Design and develop wire harnesses for rotorcraft electrical systems.

    + Generate and manage detailed 2D/3D harness drawings, schematics, and documentation.

    + Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams for seamless component integration.

    + Apply aerospace standards and specific design practices for compliance and reliability.

    + Conduct design reviews and support verification and validation activities.

    + Interface with suppliers and manufacturing teams to resolve design issues.

    + Maintain configuration control and manage design changes using PLM systems.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline.

    + 3+ years of experience in wire harness design within aerospace or defense environments.

    + Proficiency in Siemens Capital tools (CHS, Capital Logic, Capital Design).

    + Strong understanding of aerospace electrical systems, EMI/EMC mitigation, and environmental constraints.

    + Familiarity with aircraft certification requirements and documentation standards.

    + Excellent communication and teamwork skills in a cross-functional engineering environment.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience with Siemens software such as 3DX and CATIA.

    + Familiarity with maintaining configuration control through PLM systems such as Teamcenter.

    Work Environment

    Work on-site in Fort Worth, Texas. The role involves collaborating with engineering teams and engaging with suppliers and manufacturing teams to ensure successful project outcomes.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Fort Worth, Texas.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/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 Fort Worth,TX.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 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.