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Job Title: Electrical Engineer - Water Infrastructure

Job Description

This role offers an experienced Electrical Engineer the opportunity to lead the design and delivery of complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects in the Phoenix, AZ area. You will be apart of transformational projects that help communities improve, reuse, and protect vital water resources. In this position, you apply advanced electrical engineering knowledge to evaluate, size, select, and specify electrical systems in accordance with applicable codes and standards, while guiding multidisciplinary teams through all phases of project execution. The organization fosters collaboration, professional growth, and a shared commitment to sustainable solutions that will benefit future generations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Electrical Engineer for water and wastewater projects and project components of varying size and complexity.
• Evaluate, select, specify, and engineer electrical systems and products for assigned projects in accordance with applicable electrical and building codes and industry standards.
• Lead the development of designs through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats to clearly communicate design intent.
• Utilize technology tools to develop three-dimensional models of electrical systems for water and wastewater facilities.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to junior and intermediate engineers and designers to support their professional development.
• Prepare and revise documentation at all phases of design and construction, including plans, diagrams, details, and supporting calculations.
• Lead project coordination meetings with internal team members and external consultants, owners, contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure alignment and resolve issues.
• Participate in client meetings to gather project requirements, conduct value analysis, and support basic construction cost estimating.
• Develop and manage project scope, budget, staffing, and schedule to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Lead the preparation and coordination of project specifications and ensure they are fully integrated with construction documents.
• Participate in constructability reviews to identify and resolve potential issues prior to and during construction.
• Conduct quality assurance and implement quality control frameworks on assigned projects to maintain high standards of deliverables.
• Review project deliverables produced by peers and subordinate engineers for accuracy, completeness, and conformance with project requirements.
• Assist in developing and updating standards and specifications for the electrical engineering group to promote consistency and best practices.
• Develop project scope, budgets, and design approaches for projects of all sizes in the water and wastewater sector.
• Assist with the development of proposals for smaller and less complex projects, contributing technical content and level-of-effort estimates.
• Oversee and manage multiple concurrent projects, balancing priorities and resources across teams.
• Conduct and/or oversee field reviews to assess as-built conditions and verify existing electrical systems.
• Conduct and/or oversee construction phase services, including responding to RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, and performing construction reviews for general conformance with design intent.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, engage in creative and critical thinking, and contribute innovative ideas that support sustainable water infrastructure solutions.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Electrical Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of electrical engineering experience.
• Requisite knowledge, interpretation, and application of industry standards, electrical codes, and building codes.
• Strong understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications, particularly for water and wastewater projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, means and methods, materials, and industry standards in the water and wastewater industry.
• Demonstrated ability to lead one or more teams through all phases of project document production.
• Proven ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and to manage time effectively to meet project budgets and schedules.
• Advanced understanding of electrical engineering concepts and the ability to clearly and effectively communicate technical ideas to others.
• Very strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong presentation, interpersonal, and interview skills for client and internal meetings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency with AutoDesk products such as AutoCAD and/or Bentley products such as MicroStation.
• Experience mentoring and supporting the professional development of other engineering personnel.
• Experience in electrical engineering for water and wastewater treatment facilities or related water infrastructure projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with specialized power system analysis software such as ETAP and/or EasyPower is an asset.
• Familiarity with Revit is an asset.
• Experience in stormwater, water, and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Experience in electrical design and project management for water treatment or related facilities.
• Experience as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) working toward Professional Engineer licensure is considered for candidates with strong water infrastructure experience.
• Interest in contributing to the development of new standards and specifications for an electrical engineering group.
• Ability to participate and collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary project team settings.
• Motivation to join a large, established organization with significant resources and a national footprint.

Work Environment

This position is based in an office environment in the Chandler/Phoenix, AZ area, working primarily with computers and drawings for extended periods. You will collaborate closely with engineering, design, and project management teams in a professional setting that emphasizes knowledge sharing and teamwork. Field work may be required and can include visits to active construction sites and operating water and wastewater facilities, where you may be exposed to typical construction and industrial hazards, varying weather conditions, and operational equipment. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness programs, health savings and flexible spending accounts, retirement savings plans, an employee stock purchase program, life and disability insurance, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, paid family leave, paid holidays, vacation accrual, and sick leave in accordance with applicable laws and policies. Certain roles may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses. Regular full-time and part-time employees, as well as temporary and casual employees, have access to specific benefits and paid leave in line with organizational policies and relevant regulations. The culture emphasizes collaboration, professional excellence, and making a meaningful impact on water infrastructure and the communities it serves.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chandler, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $125000.00/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 Chandler,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 31, 2026.

About Actalent

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