Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Electrical Engineer

Actalent is seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to join their team in South Florida. This is a contract-to-hire position based in Fort Lauderdale, FL, offering a salary range of $40.00 – $48.08/hr. The role is primarily onsite (4 days a week in the Ft. Lauderdale office, with Fridays optional for remote work), with occasional meetings in the Tri-County Area.

About the Company

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services, with over 40 years of experience. Headquartered in the United States, they have teams across North America, EMEA, and APAC, serving more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. The South Florida team operates with a casual and informal culture, offering flexibility and support, with opportunities to work on high-profile projects.

Job Summary

The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and reviewing power systems, including electrical schematics and load calculations, specifically for municipal water and wastewater system-related projects. The role requires expertise in both medium and low voltage power distribution systems, lighting, and grounding systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical documents, system modeling, and oversee construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Provide innovative solutions tailored to client needs.
• Function as the Designer/Project Engineer on projects involving medium and low voltage power distribution systems, lighting systems, and grounding systems for Municipal Water and Wastewater facilities and Industrial Projects.
• Develop design details for electrical power distribution system (480V level), lighting system, and control system for major industrial facilities.
• Perform system calculations and studies for electrical power systems, including load flows, voltage drops, and short circuit/coordination studies using electrical analytical software such as E-Tap/SKM Tools.
• Coordinate with CAD Drafters to create new or modify existing drawings.
• Perform field investigation and condition assessment of electrical power distribution and control equipment.
• Contribute to enhancing project efficiency and executing cost-effective strategies for impactful results.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
• Experience: 1+ years of design and engineering experience for industrial or large complex commercial projects.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Experience with electrical power distribution, control equipment, and condition assessment.
  • Proven expertise in power system design, electrical schematics, and system analysis.
  • Proficiency in industry-relevant software, tools, and system modeling applications (e.g., E-Tap/SKM Tools for load flows, voltage drops, short circuit/coordination studies).
• Software Proficiency: Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, and Excel software.

Additional Skills & Qualifications (Preferred)

• Industry Experience: Water/Wastewater experience.
• Knowledge: Working knowledge of standards and codes pertaining to electrical distribution and control systems.
• Instrumentation: Preliminary knowledge of instrumentation devices (level/pressure/temp/flow).
• Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Language: Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Problem-Solving: Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) license or commitment to obtaining one.

Work Environment

The company fosters a casual and informal culture, allowing employees freedom to manage tasks while receiving necessary support. The South Florida team is small, offering flexibility in hours for production roles. The position requires onsite presence in the Ft. Lauderdale office four days a week, with the option for remote work on Fridays. There are opportunities to work on high-profile projects within South Florida.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Pay And Benefits

• Pay Range: $40.00 – $48.08/hr.
• Benefits (subject to eligibility, job classification, and length of employment):
  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions)
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for 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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on March 29, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Actalent is committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, integrating it into their culture through hiring diverse talent, maintaining an inclusive environment, building a culture of care and engagement, and ensuring growth opportunities for their employees. Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.