Electrical Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Electrical Designer- Hybrid

Job Description

We are seeking an Electrical Designer with 2-4 years of experience in electrical design and drafting. The ideal candidate will have expertise in AutoCAD, with additional experience in Revit and BIM being advantageous. Key responsibilities include energy compliance documentation, photometric analysis, and effective written and verbal communication. The candidate should demonstrate experience in designing power, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems. Opportunities exist to work on a variety of projects, including Healthcare (OSHPD), K-12 (DSA), Higher Education, Civic and Commercial, Recreation, and Multi-Family Residential projects.

This is a hybrid position with a 2 day onsite requirement.

Responsibilities

• Design and draft electrical systems using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Prepare energy compliance documentation and perform photometric analysis.
• Develop designs for power, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems.
• Collaborate on projects in various sectors such as Healthcare, K-12, Higher Education, Civic, and Commercial.
• Manage multiple projects and meet deadlines effectively.
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.

Essential Skills

• 2-4 years of experience in electrical design and drafting.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and experience with Revit and BIM.
• Knowledge of energy compliance software and photometric analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with OSHPD and DSA project requirements.
• Self-motivated and self-directed with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.

Work Environment

The work environment is a modern, state-of-the-art facility located in Rancho Cordova, with additional support from an office in Long Beach. The office features an open plan with tall, walled cubicles, standing desks, and dual monitors, providing a quiet and corporate consulting atmosphere. The facility includes an on-site gym, promoting work-life balance and a flexible work schedule.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of RANCHO CORDOVA, CA.

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $38.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a hybrid position in RANCHO CORDOVA,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 29, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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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