Electrical Engineer (Refrigeration)

Electrical Engineer Job Description Join a dynamic team that is at the forefront of building secure, high-performance container and platform systems for defense, aerospace, energy, and high-tech industries. As an Electrical Engineer, you will see your designs progress from concept to container, supporting mission-critical operations globally. Responsibilities Design and develop electrical architectures for specialized shipping containers and reefer/control systems in aerospace and defense applications. Define LV/MV power distribution, perform load calculations and power balance, and conduct short circuit and protection coordination studies, including grounding and bonding design. Design complete container wiring schemes, including cable routing in confined spaces, cable sizing, wiring diagrams, terminal plans, and cable schedules. Develop control panel and enclosure layouts for container applications, perform thermal/heat dissipation assessments, and specify cooling solutions to protect electronics in harsh environments. Integrate refrigeration/reefer systems electrically and support remote monitoring/IoT capabilities as needed. Prepare complete, production-ready documentation packages, including single line and multi-line schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, enclosure layouts, cable schedules, and Bills of Materials. Apply relevant IEC/EN and UL/CSA standards, support Machinery Directive/CE marking, and generate documentation for certification bodies, FAT/SAT, and customer approvals. Work directly with outsourced panel builders and integrators to clarify designs, support component selection, handle deviations, and support Factory Acceptance Testing at supplier sites. Collaborate closely with Mechanical Engineering on cabinet placement, penetrations, cable tray layouts, and the thermal interaction between electrical enclosures, reefer units, and the container structure. Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and issue resolution during build, factory testing, and field deployment. Essential Skills Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline. At least 5 years of electrical engineering experience in industrial automation, control panels/enclosures, or containerized/skid-mounted systems. Proven experience designing wiring and panel/enclosure layouts for complex assemblies, including cable routing, cable sizing, and termination details. Hands-on experience with electrical CAD tools such as EPLAN Electric P8, AutoCAD Electrical, or SEE Electrical. Experience performing thermal/heat dissipation assessments for electrical panels/enclosures and specifying appropriate cooling solutions. Working knowledge of IEC/EN low voltage standards and UL/CSA requirements; experience with CE/UL documentation and FAT/SAT procedures. Demonstrated ability to work with outsourced manufacturing partners to resolve wiring/build issues and deliver production-ready solutions. Practical, detail-oriented problem solver comfortable switching between desk-based design/documentation work and on-site build/test support. Ability and willingness to work full-time, on-site in McLean, VA. U.S. Citizenship is required due to the nature of our defense and aerospace programs. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with refrigeration or process systems, such as reefer containers, cold chain, or process skids. Background in containerized, skid-mounted, or modular plant systems. Exposure to defense, aerospace, marine, or offshore standards. Experience in engineering-to-order (ETO) or project-based environments, including direct customer interaction on technical topics. Work Environment Work full-time on-site in McLean, VA, with some travel to manufacturing sites. Join a small, rapidly growing company in the aerospace and defense community where you will have the opportunity to wear multiple hats. This is the first internal hire for an Electrical Engineer, as the company transitions from outsourcing electrical engineering work to handling more requests in-house. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mc Lean, VA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $67.00/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 Mc Lean,VA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 26, 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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.