About this role
Description
A Staff Electrical Designer will perform various phases of planning, site evaluations, analytical designs, report preparation, specifications, and preparation of proposal and construction documentation and electrical plans as part of a project team. This position will work on various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients. - Design various electrical projects including creating electrical schematics, grid plan layouts, electrical power systems, lighting systems, protection and controls, and site and facility design. Follow all company, client and project design and drafting standards. - Plan and develop drawings for production work including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity. - Execute variety of electrical design assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components and refining rough sketches. - Execute changes to designs or sketches and redlines or mark-ups on ongoing projects. - Analyze reports, drawings and tests to plan and design projects. - Interpret and incorporate design codes and specifications related to design requirements. - Review design drawings for quality assurance within scope, budget and schedule. Perform project tasks and assignments within budgeted hours and deadlines. - Compute volume calculations for conduit/grounding layouts, equipment and panel wiring diagrams and relay panel schematics. - Organize and maintain all revisions of project drawings, plot files and project-related information are stored in a logical and well-structural manner. - Responsible for clear and concise written and verbal communications, as it relates to the project client coordination. - Performs other duties as assigned. - Complies with all policies and standards.
Skills
Electrical, Electrical engineering, Design, Electrical design, Autocad, Schematic, Autocad electrical, Engineering, Automation, Power distribution, microstation, microsoft excel
Top Skills Details
Electrical
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Job Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in drafting technology or related field and min 7 years related/relevant experience OR Associate Degree and min 8 years related/relevant experience OR High School and min 9 years of progressive detailing and design experience is required.
(Bachelors in any engineering degree from ABET accredited is not allowed for this position).
Advanced understanding of design software such as: AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Excel to develop the design deliverables. Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs. Advanced ability to utilize both 2D and 3D applications to prepare engineering drawings. Advanced knowledge in design, calculations and design systems. Advanced knowledge in the theory and practices of assigned discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks. Ability to work collaboratively with others including, but not limited to Project Managers, Engineers and Designers in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives. Excellent written & verbal communication skills. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, and attention to detail.
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Maitland, FL. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $40.00 - $53.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Maitland,FL. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 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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