Electrical Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to support the creation and maintenance of electrical documentation for industrial power and backup power systems. This role focuses on updating and producing accurate electrical drawings and schematics for existing product configurations rather than developing new electrical designs from scratch.

The ideal candidate has experience creating electrical schematics, interpreting power distribution systems, and ensuring documentation accuracy across multiple electrical design packages.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and maintain electrical documentation for UPS and backup power systems.
• Develop and update:
  • Single-line diagrams
  • Multi-line electrical schematics
  • Panel schedules and load schedules
• Ensure electrical drawings remain accurate and aligned across documentation packages.
• Produce documentation for various global voltage and power service configurations.
• Utilize established templates, standards, and existing designs to generate customer-specific documentation.
• Participate in drawing reviews and checker processes to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to verify electrical system configurations and documentation requirements.
• Maintain consistency and compliance with internal drafting and documentation standards.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience creating and modifying electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Understanding of electrical distribution systems and power equipment.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to documentation accuracy.
• Proficiency with electrical design software and drafting tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with EPLAN electrical design software.
• Experience designing or documenting Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems.
• Familiarity with industrial control panels, electrical distribution equipment, or backup power systems.
• Understanding of global electrical standards and voltage configurations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Fort Wayne, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Fort Wayne,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

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