Electrical Engineer

Job title: Electrical Engineer Job Description We are seeking a detail-oriented Electrical Engineer to join our team designing and building autonomous systems. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and developing electrical systems, schematics, and layouts for various projects. You will collaborate closely with engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders to create innovative and efficient electrical designs that comply with industry standards and company requirements. Responsibilities Design, build, route, and test cable assemblies and related electronic components. Calculate power/load requirements and specify circuit protection, cable connectors, wire sizes, and other electrical components for cable harnesses and associated devices. Research and determine interface requirements for integrating various electrical components. Develop cable harness schematics and parts list documentation. Submit purchase requests for necessary parts and materials. Collaborate with equipment suppliers to gather essential design information. Coordinate design efforts with other engineering disciplines. Provide guidance and direction to technicians as needed. Integrate electronic components on various vehicle platforms and troubleshoot issues that may arise. Essential Skills Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Design, or a related field. 3+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering or equivalent field. Proficiency in CAD software (Altium preferred) and electrical design tools. Experience in electrical design in production or R D, preferably with a focus on autonomy or automotive. Experience with various communication protocols such as serial, digital, fiber, Ethernet, and CAN bus. Comfortable working with multiple vehicle platforms, including military vehicles, trucks, and buses. Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and component datasheets. Ability to design electrical interfaces for computers and sensors. Familiarity with electrical testing equipment, including multimeters, power supplies, load banks, signal generators, and oscilloscopes. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience designing and documenting cable harness assemblies to military and/or industrial specs. Experience with aviation or military-style vehicles and electronic systems. Proficiency in designing and utilizing military-style circular connectors. Knowledge of EMI/EMC mitigation techniques in electronic design. Hands-on experience designing low-voltage DC power and distribution systems (e.g., 12V, 24V, 48V). Work Environment This role operates in a heavy engineering and test environment. Employees are preferred to be onsite, but there is flexibility for 1-2 days a week working from home, provided productivity is maintained. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Clarksburg, MD. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $145000.00/yr. Company Benefits........................................................ Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Clarksburg,MD. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 18, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. 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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