URGENT: Electrical Engineer III

Job Title: Electrical Engineer III Position Summary The Electrical Engineer III is a senior-level engineering professional responsible for leading the design, development, and technical execution of electrical distribution products and engineered power solutions. This position serves as a technical leader within the Engineering department, providing expertise in electrical system design, product development, and complex customer solutions while ensuring compliance with applicable industry standards and customer specifications. The Electrical Engineer III independently leads complex engineering projects from concept through production, mentors junior engineers, collaborates across departments, and drives innovation, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives to support company growth and operational excellence. Essential Responsibilities

- Lead the design and development of electrical distribution equipment, including switchboards, panelboards, power distribution assemblies, and modular power solutions.
- Develop electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and Bills of Material (BOMs).
- Perform electrical calculations including load analysis, short-circuit calculations, voltage drop, conductor sizing, and equipment selection.
- Review and approve engineering drawings and technical documentation.
- Serve as the technical lead for complex customer projects and mentor Electrical Engineers I and II.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Project Management to support production and resolve technical issues.
- Ensure compliance with UL, NEC, NFPA, IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, and customer specifications.
- Support prototypes, builds, testing, field troubleshooting, and engineering change management.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on standardization, manufacturability, quality, and cost reduction.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
- 7+ years of relevant experience.
- Strong knowledge of electrical power distribution systems.
- Experience leading engineering projects.
- Proficiency with electrical design software.

Preferred Qualifications

- PE license preferred.
- Experience with switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, or modular power systems.
- Knowledge of UL standards.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Lean Manufacturing.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

- Advanced electrical engineering knowledge.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Ability to mentor engineers.
- Project management skills.
- Commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements

- Frequently walk throughout manufacturing
- Stand for extended periods.
- Occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.
- Wear required PPE.
- Occasional travel as required.

Key Responsibilities That Differentiate This Role

- Leads highly complex projects.
- Serves as a technical authority.
- Reviews engineering work.
- Mentors engineering staff.
- Drives engineering standards and innovation.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cudahy, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $31.00/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 fully onsite position in Cudahy,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 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 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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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.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a
condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law
shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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
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