Electrical Systems Engineer

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Electrical Systems Engineer Job Summary The Electrical Systems Engineer designs, develops, and delivers robust electrical machine control systems that meet performance, reliability, cost, and regulatory requirements. This role translates product and business needs into scalable electrical architectures, leads proof-of-concept efforts to reduce technical risk, and collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to execute complex engineering programs from concept through production. The engineer applies systems engineering principles, industry standards, and structured problem-solving methods to create innovative, maintainable electrical solutions. Key Responsibilities Translate business and product requirements into well-architected, implemented, and documented electrical system solutions. Define and manage functional, performance, and interface requirements for electrical machine systems using appropriate requirements and interface control tools. Design and develop electrical machine control systems with a strong focus on clear interfaces, reuse, maintainability, and long-term scalability. Plan, execute, and evaluate proof-of-concept activities to validate new ideas, reduce risk, and guide development decisions. Collaborate with Mechanical, Hardware, Systems, Software, Production, and Supply Chain teams throughout the development lifecycle. Lead and participate in design reviews, presenting concepts, trade-offs, risks, and mitigation strategies to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Partner with internal teams, external vendors, and design service providers to implement, integrate, and sustain electrical solutions across new and legacy platforms. Ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations (e.g., UL, IEC, EMC, ESD, EFT) and maintain supporting documentation. Perform structured risk assessments such as DFMEA and lead root cause analysis efforts to resolve technical issues and improve system robustness. Contribute to project planning and execution with attention to cost, schedule, and quality objectives. Decompose complex projects into clear development milestones and manage work and defects using tools such as Jira. Communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively across disciplines. Essential Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. 3+ years of experience in electrical systems engineering or related roles. Demonstrated experience designing and implementing electrical system architectures. Hands-on experience developing control systems that integrate new and legacy electrical components. Strong understanding of electrical system integration, including harnessing, connectors, cable routing, and electrical/mechanical protection methods. Experience working on cross-functional engineering teams. Experience with requirements development, verification, and traceability. Proven problem-solving and root cause analysis skills. Ability to manage multiple projects in dynamic, evolving development environments. Effective communicator with the ability to lead small cross-functional efforts. Preferred Qualifications Experience with electric vehicle or electrified system architectures. Proficiency with modeling, simulation, and control design tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, MathCad, or PSpice. Experience with power electronics, power systems, and closed-loop control. Familiarity with communication protocols including CAN, RS-232, Ethernet, and USB. Basic familiarity with mechanical CAD tools such as SolidWorks. Experience collaborating with external vendors and design partners. Experience in structured problem-solving methodologies. Work Environment This role operates in a collaborative, cross-disciplinary engineering environment focused on innovation, structured problem-solving, and continuous improvement. The position involves a combination of design and analysis work, design reviews, and hands-on system integration and testing. Engineers regularly interact with electrical hardware, wiring harnesses, PCBAs, and control systems, and use modern engineering tools for requirements management, task tracking, and modeling and simulation. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/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 hybrid position in Minneapolis,MN.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 21, 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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