Electrical Designer

Job Title: Electrical Project Engineer

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Electrical Project Engineer with 15 years of experience to support the design and delivery of building electrical systems. Ideal candidates will have experience or strong interest in power distribution, lighting and controls, and low-voltage systems such as fire alarm and communications.

This role is well-suited for a early-career engineer and offers the opportunity to work closely with project managers, senior engineers, and multidisciplinary teams while contributing to all phases of project design and production.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project engineers, project managers, and senior staff to deliver high-quality electrical designs
• Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure seamless integration of building systems
• Participate in the design, engineering, and production of electrical project deliverables
• Develop electrical system drawings and models using Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD
• Apply national, state, and local codes, standards, and industry best practices
• Support project documentation, calculations, and design coordination efforts

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
• 15 years of relevant experience (internship or co-op experience considered)
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD
• Familiarity with AGi32 lighting software and SKM power systems software
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam Revu, and standard engineering tools
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills within a multi-discipline environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Certifications such as LC, RCDD, LEED AP, or WELL AP
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Positive, team-oriented mindset

Work Environment

This position is primarily office-based with limited hybrid flexibility, which may increase as you become established in the role. You will work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment focused on delivering high-quality electrical designs. The team culture emphasizes communication, coordination, and a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $58.00/hr.

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 Charlotte,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 26, 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.

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