Electrical Design Engineer

  • Akron, Ohio
  • Full Time

Description

This position will prioritize design tasks, particularly during the transition of electronic components to updated, modern standards. Over time, responsibilities will expand to include integrations, troubleshooting, and ultimately implementing design modifications.

- Design, develop, and test electrical systems and components for various applications

- Design responsibilities include, but are not limited to: avionics design, power distribution design, hardware design, transformer design, etc.

- Help select electrical design tools for long-term company use

- Create and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications

- Conduct feasibility studies and cost estimates for proposed projects

- Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and quality control procedures

- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to electrical systems and components

- Stay updated with the latest technological advancements and integrate them into existing and new systems

- Prepare comprehensive reports and documentation for internal and external stakeholders

- Design, develop, implement, verify and test of the Aerostat, Avionics, Mooring System and/or Ground System

- Responsible for the design, development and implementation of engineering processes, methods and products

- Participate in design reviews and technical interchange meetings to assess and guide development activities performed by development contractors

- Conduct and support internal and customer design reviews

- Analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution to meet design requirements

- Perform technical review and assessment of concepts, systems, technologies, designs, architectures, interfaces, and operation of Aerostat systems

- Support production, testing and field operations in improving designs

- Conducts testing, develops prototypes and verify / validate system and component performance to specifications

- Document engineering drawings, engineering standards, engineering specifications, technical proposals, technical manuals, disclosures and scientific discoveries

Skills & Qualifications

MUST HAVE:

- BS in Electrical Engineering +1-2 years of electrical design experience; OR an MS in Electrical Engineering and electrical design coursework

- Proficiency in design and calculation software

- Strong understanding of safety standards (MIL-STD, EMI, EMC, NEC)

PLUS:

- Broad understanding of DoD airborne and ground systems, hardware, software, operations, and their interdependence

- Experience with specific Systems engineering and integration applied to DoD airborne and ground systems

- Engineering experience supporting radar or communications integrations for air or ground-based systems

- Understand the effective and techniques to manage EMI

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.06 - $67.31/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 Akron,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2025.

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 due to a disability, please email ... for other accommodation options.

Job ID: 482826419
Originally Posted on: 6/26/2025

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