Electrical Designer

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Electrical Designer Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Electrical Designer responsible for performing electrical design duties on assigned projects. The role includes power distribution, machine control design, and instrument and control design. You will work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, and Clients to develop and execute safe, compliant, effective, and cost-efficient solutions. You will understand company and client standards and develop electrical power, controls, and instrumentation integration concepts through to final project documentation requirements. Additionally, you will develop construction cost estimates, create materials lists, and obtain quotations for design components. Responsibilities Develop working relationships with Project Managers, Engineers, and Clients. Assist Engineers and Project Managers in developing schedules, specifications, and design concepts. Perform fieldwork and technical research. Understand field construction phases and support constructability reviews. Maintain project design files, including supplemental vendor documentation and calculation sheets. Certify accuracy and completeness of all deliverable products. Collaborate with Engineers and Project Managers to allocate tasks within department resources. Maintain budget and schedule tracking on multiple concurrent assigned design activities. Essential Skills Proficiency in electrical engineering and design. Experience with AutoCAD and AutoCAD electrical software. Knowledge of heavy industrial construction and field. Ability to read power and motor control circuits. Experience in power, controls, and instrumentation design. Experience performing fieldwork for locating and identifying electrical components and equipment. Additional Skills & Qualifications Associate's degree in a relevant field or applicable certifications preferred. 3D CAD experience preferred. Experience with Bentley MicroStation design software. Experience in an industrial chemical processing environment is a plus. Knowledge of grounding requirements and practical applications for instrumentation and electrical equipment. Working knowledge of hazardous areas, including Class I and Class II locations. Experience in project construction and design-hours cost estimating. Work Environment The role is fully onsite at the corporate office in Midlothian, VA. We offer a fast-paced, exciting work environment with a competitive compensation package. Benefits include health care, paid time off and holidays, flexible work schedules, work-life balance, paid overtime, performance-based bonuses, 401K match, and tuition reimbursement.

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https://talentassistant.actalentservices.com/assistant/bookings/Dj2GICad Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Midlothian, VA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $52.00 - $55.30/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 Midlothian,VA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 7, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.