• Electrical Engineer

    Actalent (Austin, TX)


    Job Title: Electrical EngineerJob Description

     

    We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to handle wire harness issues, design, and assemble wire harnesses, and focus on process improvements including tooling and engineering. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a startup company with significant growth potential, supporting the defense industry.

    Responsibilities

    + Handle wire harness issues and design solutions.

    + Assemble wire harnesses effectively.

    + Implement process improvements in tooling and engineering.

    + Collaborate with technicians, leadership, and design engineers.

    Essential Skills

    + Minimum of 1 year experience in electrical engineering or manufacturing with a bachelor's in engineering, OR 3+ years as an engineering technician with leadership experience, OR 1+ year of wire harness experience.

    + Proficiency in computer applications.

    + Strong communication skills.

    + Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards, SolidWorks, Creo, and NX.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering preferred.

    + Hands-on manufacturing experience is highly desirable.

    Work Environment

    This role requires working closely with another engineer every day, with no hybrid or remote flexibility. The position is based on the second shift, Monday through Friday, from 2pm to 10:30pm, with occasional weekends. You will be part of a dynamic team in a startup environment, with a move to a new full-campus setting by the end of the year.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, TX.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $48.00/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 Austin,TX.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 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.