• Electrical Engineer

    Actalent (Birmingham, AL)


    Job Title: Electrical Engineer

    Job Description

    This position supports the Grid Visualization and Analytics Center (SGVAC) within the Research & Development department. The SGVAC is an innovation center dedicated to the research, pre-operational development, assessment, and demonstration of situational awareness technologies for Transmission and Distribution. Areas of focus include synchrophasor technology, next-generation control center functionalities, cyber security testing, new visualization approaches, DERMS platform evaluation, data analytics, as well as modeling and simulation including via a Real Time Digital Simulator (RTDS) with hardware-in-the-loop testing capability.

    Responsibilities

    + Support the Grid Operations and Planning Research area within the Research & Development department.

    + Assist in projects and eventually lead efforts to deploy and evaluate the performance of emerging technologies.

    + Focus on tools to support grid operations with an emphasis on power system analysis, modeling, simulation, big data analytics, and visualization.

    + Engage in projects involving Distribution Management Systems (DMS) and Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems (DERMS).

    + Develop research plans to evaluate new technology.

    + Manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

    + Document study assumptions and methods used to arrive at results.

    + Provide informative reports and presentations on projects.

    Essential Skills

    + Design and engineering expertise, particularly in electrical and systems engineering.

    + Strong understanding of power system modeling and simulation.

    + Proficiency in big data analytics and cyber security.

    + Experience in database management and project management.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (EE) is required.

    + Specialization in Power Systems is desired.

    + Training in or experience with computer programming (Python, C#, SQL) is desired.

    + Background in data science is beneficial.

    Work Environment

    The work environment supports the Schatz Grid Visualization and Analytics Center (SGVAC) within the Research & Development department, an innovation center focusing on situational awareness technologies for Transmission and Distribution. The position involves cutting-edge research and development, including synchrophasor technology, advanced control center functionalities, and cyber security testing. The role includes new visualization approaches, DERMS platform evaluation, data analytics, and modeling and simulation utilizing a Real Time Digital Simulator (RTDS) with hardware-in-the-loop testing capabilities

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Birmingham, AL.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $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 hybrid position in Birmingham,AL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 14, 2026.

    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.