Electrical Design Engineer

Electrical Design Engineer

Shape the Systems That Power Industry

A rapidly growing industrial engineering consulting firm is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to support heavy industrial and agricultural projects from concept through construction. This role offers the opportunity to work independently, collaborate with a distributed team, and make a tangible impact on critical infrastructure---while enjoying flexible work options and clear professional growth paths.

What You'll Do

• Design and develop industrial electrical systems---including power distribution, grounding, lighting, instrumentation, and motor controls---for agricultural and heavy industrial facilities
• Produce, modify, and review electrical drawings, schematics, layouts, P&IDs, and equipment schedules using AutoCAD and Revit (where applicable)
• Support projects through all phases---concept, design, documentation, coordination, and construction support
• Participate in technical design reviews to ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, and general industrial electrical standards
• Assist with or review studies such as arc flash and coordination analyses using SKM or ETAP, as needed
• Collaborate closely with internal project teams and external clients in a professional, consulting-style environment
• Manage multiple projects and priorities effectively in a fast-paced setting
• Clearly communicate technical concepts, design intent, and project status to stakeholders

What You Bring

Required Experience & Skills

• Experience in industrial electrical design (e.g., agriculture, ethanol, processing, material handling, power distribution, or similar facilities)
• Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems and best practices
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; ability to produce accurate, constructible electrical documents
• Comfort working independently while collaborating with a distributed engineering team
• Ability to operate confidently in a client-facing consulting role
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred & Additional Qualifications

• Revit experience for electrical design and multidisciplinary coordination
• Knowledge of NEC, IEEE standards, and industrial electrical codes
• Experience with SKM, ETAP, arc flash, or coordination studies
• Consulting or engineering services experience

Education:

• Sr Engineers: 4-year degree in electrical engineering or related field preferred
• Designers/Drafters: 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience welcomed

Why This Is a Great Place to Work

• Small, high-performing team where individual contributions are visible and valued
• Meaningful responsibility early---engineers are trusted to own work and influence outcomes
• Flexible work options: fully REMOTE, HYBRID, or ONSITE
• Real-world impact supporting critical infrastructure across agriculture, energy, and material processing
• Clear growth opportunities within a fast-growing firm founded in 2022
• Collaborative, low-bureaucracy culture with modern tools and approachable leadership

Work Environment

You'll join a tight-knit electrical engineering group (approximately 5--10 engineers) within a fast-growing consulting firm. The environment emphasizes collaboration, technical excellence, and flexibility. Projects focus on heavy industrial and agricultural facilities and involve direct coordination with clients and multidisciplinary teams. As the firm grows, so do opportunities for advancement and leadership.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Sioux Falls, SD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $80.00/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 remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 27, 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.