Job Title: Electrical Engineer Job Description The candidate will be responsible for managing and developing electrical projects, specializing in designing custom circuit boards for applications including high-voltage ballasts, DC-DC and AC-DC converters, LED lighting, and smart control systems. The Engineer’s responsibilities also include embedded programming, component procurement, debugging, and diagnostics. The Electrical Engineer must drive innovation, solve complex technical challenges, and ensure designs meet quality and regulatory requirements, such as UL and FCC standards. Responsibilities + Design and develop electrical circuits and systems. + Perform testing and validation of designs. + Manage engineering projects, including planning and coordination. + Prepare technical documentation and ensure compliance with standards. + Provide leadership and support to team members and drive continuous improvement. Essential Skills + Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. + 3+ years of experience in electrical engineering. + Will consider entry level with electrical engineering internship + Strong written and verbal communication skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Core Electrical Engineer skillset. + Experience with power supply and PCB board design (DipTrace, Altium, or Eagle). + Proficiency in MCU programming (Java, C, etc.) and use of sensors (proximity sensors, IR). + Basic programming capabilities in Java/C/Python/PHP. + Internship experience (preferred). + Soft skills such as collaboration, innovation, and flexibility. Work Environment Small engineering team in an office setting (air temperature controlled). The candidate will mainly be working out of the R&D facility with the Sr Electrical Engineer and a couple of additional engineers on the team. The manufacturing/production line is just down the road along with the HQ offices, just a 2-minute walk. The director of operations and Production Managers typically support both facilities/teams. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00 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 Champaign,IL. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Dec 24, 2024. 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. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are 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 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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.