Electrical Designer

Electrical Designer

Join our dynamic team as a full-time Electrical Designer, where you will be at the forefront of designing electrical power distribution, lighting, instrumentation, and control systems for various commercial and industrial facilities. While experience in the southwestern United States is preferred, we welcome skilled candidates from all regions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare biddable Construction Documents (Plans and Technical Specifications) from conception/study phase to construction management phase.
• Create, read, and interpret electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Compute electrical calculations including loads/services, panel schedules, short circuit currents/fault currents, voltage drop, conduit and conductor sizing, VFD harmonics, and backup generators.
• Coordinate with equipment vendors, manufacturers, clients, and design team members from other engineering disciplines.
• Make site visits to gather information to start and complete designs.
• Prepare engineering memos, reports, and facility assessments/evaluations using technical writing techniques and grammar.
• Prepare budgetary cost estimates.
• Coordinate with local electric service providers to review their preliminary designs.
• Coordinate with local authorities having jurisdiction regarding electrical building permit submittals, design reviews, and address any comments.
• Participate in or facilitate project meetings.
• Perform review of construction documents designed by others, including junior staff at various stages of completion for quality and content.
• Assist in the development and management of entry-level and junior-level staff.
• Provide post-design support to construction administration personnel on an as-needed basis.

Essential Skills

• At least 7-10 years of experience in downstream power distribution design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, including rotating base files, inserting and linking Excel spreadsheets, creating and utilizing title blocks and symbols, reading electrical plan layouts, creating PDFs, and maintaining proper CAD etiquette.
• Thorough understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Knowledge of power distribution and electrical plans.
• Ability to perform load calculations and arc flash studies.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with SKM software for arc flash hazard studies is preferred.
• Working knowledge of AGI32 photometric lighting software is preferred.
• Knowledge of NFPA 820, NFPA 30, UL-508A, UL-698, and related Codes/Standards is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, 365, OneDrive, SharePoint, and Bluebeam or other PDF software.

Work Environment

The role predominantly involves working in an office environment with a flexible hybrid work schedule to accommodate personal needs. The team comprises four engineering professionals and two construction specialists. The company offers comprehensive benefits, including compensation for schooling, EIT or PE exam, and training materials, a full suite of medical benefits, 401k after one year, a profit-sharing plan, and generous PTO including a week off from Christmas to New Year.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, Arizona.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $57.69/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 Phoenix,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 2, 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.