Electrical Design Engineer

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Electrical Design Engineer

Are you an experienced Electrical Design Engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges? Do you enjoy being a trusted advisor-helping clients make high-stakes decisions that shape the reliability and performance of their facilities? If so, this role offers the opportunity to lead impactful projects while working with a collaborative, employee-owned company that invests heavily in your growth.

We're looking for a skilled engineer who can take ownership of electrical design for major infrastructure projects, guide interdisciplinary coordination, and ensure system safety through advanced power studies. If you want autonomy, flexibility, and the chance to work on high-visibility facilities across the U.S., you'll feel right at home here.

What You'll Do

• Engineer creative solutions to complex electrical challenges while advising clients on essential operational decisions.
• Lead the design of low- and medium-voltage power distribution and motor control systems for major infrastructure.
• Collaborate closely with civil, structural, and mechanical teams to ensure seamless integration across all disciplines.
• Develop detailed construction specifications for a wide range of electrical systems and equipment.
• Support construction teams, ensuring your designs are implemented accurately and safely.
• Perform critical power system analyses, including short circuit, protective device coordination, and arc flash studies.
• Plan and track project scope, schedule, and budget, contributing to successful project delivery.
• Take on additional technical challenges as new opportunities and project needs arise.
  
  

What You Bring

• Strong electrical design expertise with proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks.
• 8+ years of experience designing electrical systems for horizontal infrastructure-wastewater treatment plants, data centers, or similar facilities.
• Current PE license, or the ability to obtain one within your first year.
• Solid understanding of key industry codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, IEEE, etc.).

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• Proven success working with private-sector clients.
  
  

Bonus Skills

• Experience using Mathcad.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering in data center environments.
• A collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with diverse, cross-disciplinary teams.
  
  

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Fully remote role with your choice of schedule:
• 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• 8-10 site visits per year across U.S. project locations.
• An employee-owned company with a supportive, growth-minded culture.
• Flexibility-remote and hybrid options, depending on your needs.
• Strong emphasis on career development, mentorship, and internal advancement.
  
  

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of New York, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $63.00 - $77.00/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 remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 7, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Is Embedded Into Our Culture Through

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
  
  

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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