Electrical Engineering an

We're looking for an Electrical Engineer who can join immediately on a 6-month contract. Candidates with experience in AutoCAD Electrical are required, and entry-level engineers are welcome to apply.

Job Title: Electrical Engineer

This Electrical Engineer role supports the design and manufacturing of advanced laboratory equipment, with a strong focus on existing electrical components, electrical subsystems, and product testing. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional product development teams to enhance electrical systems in products such as freezers, biological safety cabinets, shakers, incubators, and water systems. The position combines hands-on circuit design, simulation, troubleshooting, and test validation to deliver reliable, environmentally responsible, and regulatory-compliant solutions in a manufacturing environment.

Collaborate with product development and cross-functional teams to design and optimize electrical systems for laboratory products, including freezers, biological safety cabinets, shakers, incubators, and water systems.

Identify and implement design optimization projects to improve performance, reliability, and manufacturability of existing electrical components and subsystems.

Participate in Practical Process Improvement (PPI) teams to enhance electrical systems, achieving high quality, long-term reliability, and environmentally friendly designs while meeting regulatory requirements.

Develop detailed specifications for electrical systems, subsystems, and components, ensuring they meet performance and compliance requirements.

Troubleshoot electrical systems, including both analog and digital circuits, to resolve existing issues and improve product quality and reliability.

Analyze electrical systems using simulation software to improve design robustness, performance, and reliability.

Contribute to analog circuit design, digital circuit design, and software design and troubleshooting, including interfaces to electromechanical systems.

Apply familiarity with C and C++ programming languages to support software-related aspects of electrical system design and debugging.

Develop and execute comprehensive test plans to validate electrical system performance, using design for reliability tools and performance sensitivity analysis.

Improve current electrical systems by applying Design for Manufacturability and Design for Assembly principles, focusing on ease of service and cost reduction.

Use PCB CAD design tools to support printed circuit board design and modifications.

Utilize Microsoft Office and other computer tools to document designs, analyses, test results, and project status.

Support technicians by interpreting schematics and assisting with troubleshooting activities on the shop floor.

Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives and support PPI, Keys, and Lean projects to enhance processes and product quality.

Perform all job duties in a safe manner and follow all safety policies and procedures.

Ensure all work complies with ISO standards and applicable regulatory or statutory requirements.

Perform other duties and cross-training assignments as required to support team and organizational objectives.

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.

Two to five years of experience and/or training in electrical circuit design and product development.

Hands-on experience with analog and digital circuit design and troubleshooting.

Ability to analyze electrical systems using simulation software.

Familiarity with C and C++ programming languages for software-related design and troubleshooting.

Experience working with electromechanical systems and their electrical interfaces.

Ability to develop specifications for electrical systems, subsystems, and components.

Experience developing and executing test plans to validate electrical system performance.

Knowledge of Design for Manufacturability and Design for Assembly principles.

Understanding of design for reliability tools and performance sensitivity analysis.

Proficiency with commonly used PCB CAD design tools.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and assist with troubleshooting.

Basic electrical engineering principles and practical application skills.

Ability to use AutoCAD, including copying and pasting and updating drawings.

Demonstrated sense of ownership and urgency in managing projects and work assignments.

Ability to work with issues on the factory floor, with experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Ability to travel up to 10% of the time as required.

Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, climb stairs, and work at both computer stations and on the manufacturing shop floor.

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred.

Participation in Practical Process Improvement (PPI), Lean, and Continuous Improvement initiatives.

Experience working with laboratory equipment such as freezers, biological safety cabinets, shakers, incubators, and water systems.

Familiarity with ISO standards and regulatory or statutory requirements related to electrical products.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documentation and testing.

Ability to adapt to changing priorities and support cross-training needs.

This is a contingent position based in the United States, with work scheduled across Sunday through Saturday as needed. The role involves a combination of office and manufacturing shop floor environments. You will spend time at a computer workstation performing design, simulation, documentation, and PCB CAD work, as well as on the factory floor supporting product development, troubleshooting, and testing activities. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, technicians, and suppliers in a setting that emphasizes safety, adherence to ISO standards, and compliance with regulatory requirements. The work culture promotes continuous improvement, Practical Process Improvement (PPI), Lean initiatives, and alignment with a strong Code of Ethics and core values. Occasional travel of less than 10% may be required to support project and manufacturing needs.

This is a Contract position based out of Santa Clara, CA.

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)

Application Deadline

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.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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.