Electrical Engineer

Job Description

The primary role of an Electrical / Electronic Engineer II is to design, develop, test, and supervise the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. This position requires the ability to create engineering drawings and interpret blueprints.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and troubleshoot the manufacture of electrical equipment, including machinery controls, wiring, and lighting.

Evaluate the cost-effectiveness, reliability, and safety of design models.

Estimate time and cost to complete projects.

Simulate and test machine, structure, or system operation.

Investigate and test products from vendors and competitors.

Essential Skills

Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem-solving ability.

Ability to make sketches, engineering drawings, and common computations.

Proficiency in performing detailed calculations to establish manufacturing, construction, and installation standards and specifications.

Application of electrical theory principles to engineering projects.

Previous experience with computer applications and design software related to the engineering field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited university / college with 3+ years of related experience.

3+ years of product development experience required.

Experience with CREO is preferred.

General familiarity with automotive electrical designs.

Prior experience with 3D CAD software.

Experience with CAN communication network protocols.

Prior experience with PLM software for developing Bills of Materials (B.O.M).

Knowledge of electrical vehicle architecture, including relays, sensors, wiring harnesses, cables, and routing.

Work Environment

This position is onsite 5 days a week in a manufacturing environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of High Point, North Carolina.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $40.00 / 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 High Point,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 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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