Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer

Job Description

The Electrical Designer will key and design electrical controls and power systems. The role involves producing preliminary and final design drawings and documentation through CAD programs, completing required design calculations, and designing lighting for industrial warehousing. You will also create Bills of Materials (BOM) and enter data into the ERP system, assist with purchasing related materials, and provide support during the building and installation process.

Responsibilities

Produce preliminary and final design drawings and documentation through CAD programs.

Complete required design calculations.

Design lighting for industrial warehousing.

Create controls bill of materials and take-offs.

Assist with the purchasing of related materials.

Create designs in line with company procedures, regulations, and client standards.

Submit drawings to upper management and construction teams.

Provide support during the building and installation process to ensure the machine is built properly and according to design specifications.

Build Bills of Materials (BOM) for each design and enter the data into the ERP system.

Consult with fabrication teams during product manufacturing, advising them on design specifications and providing physical assistance when required.

Work with the purchasing team on material orders.

Communicate with vendors on part specification and fabrication.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Manager.

Essential Skills

2-5 years of experience in electrical system design.

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.

Professional experience with AutoCAD or other CAD programs.

Strong understanding of engineering principles, with a focus on electrical systems.

Ability to pass pre-employment and regular drug testing.

Additional Skills Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE preferred).

Minimum of 5-7 years of experience managing large-scale industrial refrigeration or related projects.

Proven leadership abilities with experience managing cross-functional teams.

Strong negotiation skills and the ability to solve complex issues independently within project constraints.

Excellent organizational, documentation, and project management skills.

Proficiency in project management software and familiarity with CAD and engineering drawings.

Expertise in ammonia and CO2-based refrigeration systems (preferred).

Professional Engineering License (preferred).

Willingness to travel to construction sites nationwide (preferred).

Work Environment

The work environment is based at the headquarters in Lyndhurst, which has approximately 250 employees, including 80 engineers and 120 in operations. The company has doubled in size over the last two years and specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing customized, turn-key industrial refrigeration systems. The position includes benefits such as a retirement plan, health, dental, and vision insurance, weekly pay, competitive vacation and holiday pay, and opportunities for professional development and advancement. The company also offers discounts on cell phone plans, rental vehicles, and other benefits.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $140000.00

• Retirement plan; company matches dollar for dollar up to 15%• Health insurance; company pays 75% of the premiums for employee/family• Dental insurance• Vision insurance• Weekly pay• Competitive vacation holiday pay• Supplemental insurance available (Aflac)• Short-term long-term disability coverage• Accidental death/dismemberment coverage after one year of employment• Life insurance coverage after one year of employment• Employee referral incentives• Opportunities for advancement, professional development, training opportunities, and apprenticeship programs available• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental vehicles, and other company discounts for eligible positions

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lyndhurst,VA.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 11, 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.

Diversity, Equity Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DEI are 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

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 process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.