Electrical Designer

Electrical Designer – Data Center Equipment Design

We are seeking a talented Electrical Designer to join our product development team. This position focuses on designing and manufacturing high-performance electrical equipment for data center applications. The ideal candidate will support the design and engineering of medium voltage switchgear, low voltage switchboards, and integrated power systems, adhering to high standards of reliability, scalability, and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, engineering, and development of electrical equipment including Medium Voltage switchgear, Low Voltage switchboards, and power distribution units tailored for data center environments.
• Create and edit detailed electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and equipment layouts for manufacturing and customer delivery.
• Ensure all designs comply with applicable standards including UL, IEEE, ANSI, NEC, and customer-specific requirements.
• Collaborate with mechanical and manufacturing engineers to ensure seamless integration of electrical components into final products.
• Conduct power system analysis and simulations to validate performance, safety, and compliance.
• Interface with clients and internal stakeholders to gather requirements and provide technical support throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support testing, certification, and quality assurance processes for new and existing products.
• Contribute to innovation initiatives focused on improving energy efficiency, modularity, and digital monitoring capabilities in data center equipment.

Essential Skills

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in an Electrical Engineering-related field; equivalent experience may be accepted in place of a degree.
• 3+ years of experience in electrical equipment design, preferably for data center or mission-critical environments and LV power distribution systems.
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and design-for-manufacturing principles.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with UL891, UL1558, and IEC standards is preferred.
• Experience with power system analysis software (ETAP, SKM, EasyPower) is preferred.
• Knowledge of thermal management, arc flash mitigation, and fault tolerance in electrical equipment is preferred.
• Exposure to digital monitoring systems, PLCs, and SCADA integration is preferred.
• Understanding of data center infrastructure and operational requirements is preferred.

Work Environment

This role is based in an office environment with collaboration alongside manufacturing teams on designs. Hybrid or remote schedules may be available for strong applicants. Start time is Monday–Friday between 6 a.m. and 9 a.m. No travel is required. Candidates should be able to adapt to evolving technologies and a fast-paced work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dallas, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $63.00/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 Dallas, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 23, 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.

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