• Electrical Engineer

    Actalent (Eden Prairie, MN)


    Job Title: Electrical EngineerJob Description

     

    We are seeking a hands-on, energetic, and experienced Electrical Engineer to contribute to the concept definition, analysis, design, and integration of electrical systems for rugged, safety-critical aerospace products. This role involves design, parts selection, and schematic capture of new circuit card assemblies, as well as generating and executing hardware verification tests and troubleshooting electrical assemblies.

    Responsibilities

    + Design aerospace products including digital embedded microcontrollers, sensor and data acquisition interfaces, and monitoring circuitry.

    + Develop hardware architecture design.

    + Work from customer requirements to determine systems and hardware requirements and design.

    + Select components, derate, and perform detailed design in high-reliability, severe environments.

    + Perform reliability analysis and coordinate reliability testing.

    + Satisfy built-in-test and fault monitoring requirements for control systems and embedded applications.

    + Develop and perform operational, maintenance, or testing procedures for electronic products, components, equipment, or systems.

    + Create and use test software for hardware design verification and custom test equipment for design qualification and manufacturing.

    + Prepare, review, and maintain design documentation, operational reports, and maintenance schedules.

    + Troubleshoot electrical device problems to ensure efficient issue resolution.

    + Research, develop, design, and test electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks.

    + Produce products according to specifications using cost-effective and efficient means.

    Essential Skills

    + MS or BS in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field.

    + Minimum 2 years of circuit design experience for embedded systems.

    + Proven ability to provide independent evaluations and application of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.

    + Ability to work in a highly regulated environment (FAA).

    + Excellent problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail.

    + Demonstrated time management and project management skills.

    + Ability to create technical proposals and present ideas.

    + Highly motivated with the ability to work autonomously.

    + Eligibility as a 'U.S. Person' as defined by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) 22 CFR 120-130.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Familiarity with signal integrity and hazardous material selection.

    + Experience with brushless DC motors is a strong plus.

    + Experience with circuit simulation and power supply.

    + Proficiency in DC-DC power experience and Altium.

    + Microcontroller experience.

    + Aviation FAA certification (DO178) is a nice-to-have.

    Work Environment

    This position is 100% on-site at our Eden Prairie, MN location. The work is primarily focused on design, creating schematics, and troubleshooting electronics to ensure they function as expected.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Eden Prairie, Minnesota.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $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 fully onsite position in Eden Prairie,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 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.