Electrical Engineer Actalent Cockeysville, MD

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Electrical Engineer III (Temporary) Job Description The Electrical Engineer III (Temp) supports the design, development, and troubleshooting of AC power systems, cable harnesses, and electrical assemblies for complex electromechanical products. This role requires strong hands-on electrical hardware design experience and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced engineering environment. The engineer collaborates closely with systems, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to ensure robust, safe, and reliable product performance. Responsibilities Design and refine AC power distribution circuits, wiring schemes, and related electrical subsystems for complex electromechanical products. Develop cable harnesses and electrical assemblies, including creating schematics, wiring diagrams, bills of materials (BOMs), and detailed assembly documentation. Validate electrical designs through testing, verification, and compliance checks to ensure alignment with safety, regulatory, and performance requirements. Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including systems, mechanical, and manufacturing, to resolve electrical design challenges and support ongoing development activities. Provide engineering input on design-for-manufacturing (DFM) considerations for harnesses and electrical assemblies. Update documentation, drawings, and work instructions as needed to support manufacturing and sustaining engineering activities. Troubleshoot power circuits, harness faults, grounding issues, and continuity problems using hands-on diagnostic methods. Support continuous improvement of electrical designs and processes to enhance reliability, safety, and manufacturability. Essential Skills Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. 58+ years of experience in electrical design engineering. Strong background in AC power systems design, wiring practices, and electrical safety standards. Experience designing cable harnesses, connectors, and assembly-level electrical components. Skilled in hands-on troubleshooting of power circuits, harness faults, grounding issues, and continuity problems. Familiarity with relevant regulatory standards such as UL and IEC. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced engineering environment. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience working with electro-mechanical systems. Knowledge of manufacturing processes for harnesses and electrical assemblies. Familiarity with EMI/EMC mitigation techniques in AC power and cable design. Experience contributing to design-for-manufacturing (DFM) for electrical and harness assemblies. Work Environment This role operates in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art engineering and manufacturing environment focused on complex electromechanical products. The organization develops innovative technologies used across industries such as aerospace, defense, specialized vehicles, turf care, fuel systems, and other advanced applications. Employees follow a 9/80 work schedule, providing every other Friday off. The facility offers extensive resources, modern equipment, and structured training opportunities to support professional growth and skill development. Work is highly collaborative, with frequent interaction among electrical, systems, mechanical, and manufacturing teams. Appropriate professional attire and adherence to standard engineering and laboratory safety practices are expected when working in design, lab, or production areas. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cockeysville, MD. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $125000.00 - $150000.00/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 Type This is a fully onsite position in Cockeysville,MD. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 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. 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 for other accommodation options.

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