Electrical Designer

Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Interpret project write-ups, customer specifications, drawings, and correspondence
Develop detailed electrical designs for low & medium voltage switchgear & controls for systems that control multiple generators and parallel to one or more utility sources
Research & create Bill of Material
Create AC and DC schematics, component layouts, wiring diagrams, and one-line diagrams for project submittals, construction drawings and As-builts
Coordinate with purchasing and suppliers to specify & approve component parts and assemblies
Design and implement power system control schemes including switchgear transfer control, load management control, generator control, microgrid control and SCADA system development.
Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, NFPA, NEC, and UL
Provide Engineering/Technical support to manufacturing, test and product support
Complete design reviews to check accuracy and completeness of designs
Research and learn what new technology is available & applicable for projects

Skills

Controls engineering, Hardware, circuit board, schematic design, wire harness

Top Skills Details

Controls engineering,Hardware,circuit board,schematic design,wire harness

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Education and Experience
· Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or related field is preferred
· Minimum of 5 years experience in work related to electrical power and controls preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
· Knowledge of low and medium voltage power systems design including grounding schemes.
· Ability to read schematics and blueprints for power control and automation at a Power Systems level
· Experience creating drawings in AutoCad or AutoCad electrical
· Knowledge of Electrical codes is essential
· Knowledge of UL891, UL1558, UL 1008 including Annex J, UL508A would be a plus
· Experience in dealing with multiple disciplines such as contractors, consultants, engineers, end users, etc.
· Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work effectively within cross functional teams
· Attention to detail, efficient time management, and effective planning skills
· Ability to quickly adapt to multiple and often changing schedules and priorities in a deadline driven environment
· Knowledge of PLC platforms and communication protocols such as Modbus and Canbus

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of East Peoria, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $57.69/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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of East Peoria, IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in East Peoria,IL. 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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adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,
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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.

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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