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Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an Entry-Level Electrical Engineer to join our Electrical Engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer looking to gain hands-on experience in electrical design, controls, and industrial manufacturing. In this role, you will assist with the design and development of electrical systems for industrial equipment, create electrical drawings and documentation, support troubleshooting efforts, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions for our customers.

Responsibilities

• Create and revise electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel bills of materials (BOMs), parts lists, and associated electrical documentation.
• Support the design of 3-phase, single-phase, and low-voltage control systems.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, Service, and Procurement teams.
• Assist with power calculations, component selection, and electrical system design.
• Participate in design reviews and drawing checks to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Support troubleshooting and resolution of electrical and controls-related issues.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and engineering projects.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar CAD software.
• Basic understanding of electrical circuits, ladder diagrams, motors, starters, and industrial control systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Internship, co-op, or project experience in electrical design, controls, automation, or manufacturing is a plus.
• Exposure to PLCs, NEC standards, or industrial equipment is preferred.

Work Environment

This position operates within a manufacturing environment. Employees may enjoy benefits such as billable holidays and paid time off.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chattanooga, TN.

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $37.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Chattanooga,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 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.

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