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Senior Electrical Engineer - Onsite role in Cheshire, CT

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer who prioritizes safety and adheres to robust engineering processes. The ideal candidate will design electrical panels using CAD software, fabricate prototypes, create test plans, and document systems meticulously. Responsibilities also include performing maintenance and upgrades, creating project plans, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all systems are developed with safety as the first priority.

• Adhere to internal and external electrical codes, NEC regulations, Hazops, DOE’s, SOP’s, etc.

• Design electrical panels using CAD software to create schematics, wiring diagrams, and BOMs.

• Fabricate proof of concepts, prototypes, and production-level systems.

• Create test plans to ensure the highest quality and safety for electrical panels and systems.

• Document systems (part, assembly, BOMs) following best practices for revision control.

• Perform maintenance and upgrades for systems installed in the field and document revision changes.

• Create project plans, designs of experiments (DOE), and revision-controlled documentation.

• Participate in the established Performance Management Process (PMP).

• Document results and findings into reports, emails, and databases in an organized and accurate manner.

• Ensure project plans are executed and completed on-time and within budget.

• Evaluate and protect Intellectual Property (IP), working with the legal department and engineering teams to write and submit patentable inventions.

• Manage internal and external research collaborations.

• Collaborate with Quality and Regulatory Teams to ensure products comply with local and global regulatory agencies (FCC, UL, Intertek).

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in product development technical roles within US or global companies that develop, manufacture, and support industrial electrical and control systems.

• Proficiency in engineering software such as AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks Electrical.

• Knowledge of electrical instrumentation including Oscilloscope, DVM, Power analyzers, and Spectrum Analyzers.

• Experience with reliability and environmental testing.

• Familiarity with electrical standards and codes (NEC, UL, FCC).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Understanding of international, specifically Canadian, electrical codes is a plus.

• Experience with robotics is a plus.

Work Environment

You will be part of the Systems Engineering Team, which includes over 10 engineers with skills in electrical, mechanical, and software engineering. The team is based in Cheshire, CT, with a total of 45 people on site. This is a stable and growing company that offers above market pay and opportunities for new product development.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $160000.00/yr.

Competitive salaries • Flexible health insurance options, including medical, vision and dental choices • 401(k) retirement plan with company match • Paid time off — including sick leave and company holidays • Hospitalization, Accident, Critical Illness, Life and Disability Insurance coverage options • Employee Assistance Program • Discounts on auto, home and personal property insurance

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cheshire,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025.

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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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 (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.