Lead Electrical Engineer

Job Title : Electrical Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an Electrical Product Development Engineer to join our team. This role focuses on the design and development of electrical components and systems for products with an emphasis on AC power distribution, USB charging, and integration of electronics such as sensors, microcontrollers, and lighting. The engineer will lead new product development and support existing products, collaborating across teams to ensure compliance with NEC, UL, and other standards.

Responsibilities

Lead electrical design for new products, including AC / DC power systems, PCB development, and prototyping.

Collaborate with industrial designers and cross-functional teams to meet product performance, cost, and manufacturability goals.

Apply engineering analysis and problem-solving to develop innovative solutions.

Create and maintain engineering documentation including CAD models, schematics, BOMs, and ECOs.

Support testing, compliance, and supplier engagement throughout development and launch.

Mentor team members and contribute to project planning and execution.

Essential Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

7+ years of engineering experience, including 3+ years in product development.

Proficiency in Altium or KiCAD for PCB design; experience with USB-C power delivery and firmware preferred.

Familiarity with NEC, UL 1286 / 962 / 962A, FCC, and EMC standards.

Experience in office furniture, appliances, or consumer products preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Strong understanding of AC power distribution in office environments.

Basic electronics knowledge and hands-on prototyping skills.

Experience working within regulatory standards and compliance frameworks.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $70.00 / 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 Zeeland,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 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.

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