Associate Electrical Engineer

Job Title: Associate Electrical Engineer

Job Description

As an Electrical Engineer, you will focus on designing electrical systems for industrial chemical facilities. You will engage in power distribution, schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment layout, and detailed installation design. You will also review and create drawings, evaluate specification sheets, size equipment for small plant projects, and ensure code compliance for operational facilities.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for industrial chemical facilities.
• Conduct power distribution, schematics, and wiring diagram tasks.
• Layout equipment and detailed installation designs.
• Review and create drawings and specification sheets.
• Size equipment for small plant projects.
• Ensure compliance with code requirements for operational facilities.
• Hands on experience working on systems HIGHER than 220v.
• Lead and direct work to contractors for various projects.

Essential Skills

• 4+ years of industrial electrical engineering experience.
• Electrical Engineering degree from an accredited university.
• Knowledge of electrical design fundamentals.
• Experience with power delivery systems for chemical and industrial sectors.
• Familiarity with grounding, lighting, wiring, schematics, panel layouts, heat trace, cable schedules, cable trays.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Working knowledge of NFPA 496, 497, 655, 70, 70E, IECC.
• Knowledge of ETAP and motor types and horsepower (nice to have).
• Ability to maintain project scope and meet required codes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in leading and directing work for contractors.
• Capability to provide technical support and ensure project success.

Work Environment

This role offers a dynamic work environment with a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You will split your time between office responsibilities and fieldwork, with approximately 60% on-site at plants and work sites. Field activities include troubleshooting, commissioning, and supporting project service teams. The remaining 40% will focus on office-based engineering tasks and collaboration. Expect around 25% travel to various sites across the country.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $102000.00/yr.

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 Phoenix,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 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 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.

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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use 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.