Senior Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Electrical Engineer Job Description

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will lead the design and development of analog circuits and electrical systems, ensuring they meet safety and performance standards. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate electrical components across platforms, ensuring optimal functionality. Your role involves overseeing the analysis, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical systems to enhance performance and reliability. You will develop and implement control algorithms and systems tailored to specific operational needs. Additionally, you will coordinate with external partners and suppliers to source high-quality electrical components that align with project goals. You will also provide mentorship and guidance in electrical engineering principles to junior engineers and the broader project team, drafting comprehensive technical documentation to ensure clear communication and adherence to project parameters. Staying updated on industry advancements, particularly in electrical engineering and related technologies, is essential.

• Lead the design and development of analog circuits and electrical systems.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for component integration.
• Oversee analysis, testing, and troubleshooting of systems.
• Develop and implement control algorithms and systems.
• Coordinate with partners and suppliers for component sourcing.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers.
• Draft comprehensive technical documentation.
• Stay updated on industry advancements.

• 5+ years of electrical engineering experience.
• Expertise in electrical system architecture, power electronics, analog/digital circuits, and control systems.
• Proven track record in leading and managing diverse electrical projects.
• Design and validate analog front-end circuits and mixed signal interfaces.
• Filter Design experience with system-level requirements.
• Lead PCB design from schematic capture through board layout.

• 7+ years of electrical engineering experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Altium, SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink, and other modeling/simulation tools.
• Programming languages: Python, C/C++.
• Proficient in Microcontrollers (SPI, I2C, UART, DAQ).
• Hands-on experience with RTOS.
• Experience with PLC.
• Familiarity with safety standards and regulations.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and timeliness.
• Familiarity with Directed Energy and Space Domain Awareness technologies.

The role is on-site, requiring presence 5 days a week, from 8am to 4pm. The work environment is casual, allowing for jeans and polo attire. Employees will have the opportunity to work on innovative space technologies in a collaborative and supportive environment that values growth, creativity, and well-being. The company offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) matching, healthcare, HSA support, life insurance, generous paid time off, relocation assistance, and tuition reimbursement.

This is a Permanent position based out of Las Vegas, NV.

The pay range for this position is $150000.00 - $200000.00/yr.

I have the benefits on the req.

This is a fully onsite position in Las Vegas,NV.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 16, 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.

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