Electrical Subsystems Engineer

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Electrical Subsystems Engineer

Join a leading industry team as an Electrical Subsystems Engineer responsible for developing adapters and electrical systems to connect chassis wire harnessing and electrical equipment. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on custom system development and innovation.

• Develop adapters and electrical systems to connect chassis wire harnessing and electrical equipment.
• Communicate with chassis manufacturers to obtain electrical information.
• Field calls from distributors to troubleshoot wiring issues.
• Conduct electrical testing and troubleshooting of wiring for all truck bodies.
• Write new Engineering Change Orders to implement new wiring offerings.
• Perform mechanical tasks such as developing brackets for mounting resistors on different chassis.
• Lead other Electrical Engineers and manage projects.
• Travel occasionally to troubleshoot trucks in the field (5% domestic travel).

• Experience with 12V Power Systems.
• Ability to create and comprehend electrical schematics.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in 12V automotive systems.
• Good understanding of CAN BUS.
• Experience with electrical troubleshooting.
• Project Management experience.
• Customer and OEM interface skills.

• Mechanical Design Experience is a plus.
• Telematics Experience is a plus.
• Experience with 120V Power Systems.
• Hands‑on electrical experience in a lab setting.
• Experience with wire harnesses, routing, and protection.
• Electrical CAD design experience, preferably Solidworks or Pro Cable.

The position is located in the corporate building's applications team in Quincy, featuring a modern and massive facility with approximately 3,000 employees. The site includes manufacturing and assembly areas. Enjoy onsite café options and local dining within driving distance. The dress code is business casual, with jeans acceptable unless a significant meeting or customer visit is scheduled. The company boasts a family‑oriented atmosphere, a history of over 100 years, and an environment with very low turnover.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Quincy, IL.

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $42.26/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 Quincy, IL. Final date to receive applications This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026.

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 actalentaccom for other accommodation options.