Electrical Engr - AutoCAD Electrical
Job in
Santa Clara, Santa Clara County, California, 95054, USA
Listed on 2026-06-19
Listing for:
Actalent
Contract
position Listed on 2026-06-19
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Electronics Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We're looking for an Electrical Engineer who can join immediately on a 6-month contract. Candidates with experience in AutoCAD Electrical are required, and entry-level engineers are welcome to apply.
Job Title:
Electrical Engineer
Job Description
This Electrical Engineer role supports the design and manufacturing of advanced laboratory equipment, with a strong focus on existing electrical components, electrical subsystems, and product testing. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional product development teams to enhance electrical systems in products such as freezers, biological safety cabinets, shakers, incubators, and water systems. The position combines hands-on circuit design, simulation, troubleshooting, and test validation to deliver reliable, environmentally responsible, and regulatory-compliant solutions in a manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
+ Collaborate with product development and cross-functional teams to design and optimize electrical systems for laboratory products, including freezers, biological safety cabinets, shakers, incubators, and water systems.
+ Identify and implement design optimization projects to improve performance, reliability, and manufacturability of existing electrical components and subsystems.
+ Participate in Practical Process Improvement (PPI) teams to enhance electrical systems, achieving high quality, long-term reliability, and environmentally friendly designs while meeting regulatory requirements.
+ Develop detailed specifications for electrical systems, subsystems, and components, ensuring they meet performance and compliance requirements.
+ Troubleshoot electrical systems, including both analog and digital circuits, to resolve existing issues and improve product quality and reliability.
+ Analyze electrical systems using simulation software to improve design robustness, performance, and reliability.
+ Contribute to analog circuit design, digital circuit design, and software design and troubleshooting, including interfaces to electromechanical systems.
+ Apply familiarity with C and C++ programming languages to support software-related aspects of electrical system design and debugging.
+ Develop and execute comprehensive test plans to validate electrical system performance, using design for reliability tools and performance sensitivity analysis.
+ Ensure designs and test plans consider applicable third-party certifications, such as FDA, UL, CE, and CSA, and support compliance with these standards.
+ Improve current electrical systems by applying Design for Manufacturability and Design for Assembly principles, focusing on ease of service and cost reduction.
+ Work closely with external suppliers to identify and implement improvements to existing product designs.
+ Use PCB CAD design tools to support printed circuit board design and modifications.
+ Utilize Microsoft Office and other computer tools to document designs, analyses, test results, and project status.
+ Support technicians by interpreting schematics and assisting with troubleshooting activities on the shop floor.
+ Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives and support PPI, Keys, and Lean projects to enhance processes and product quality.
+ Perform all job duties in a safe manner and follow all safety policies and procedures.
+ Perform all job duties consistent with the organization's Code of Ethics and core values.
+ Ensure all work complies with ISO standards and applicable regulatory or statutory requirements.
+ Perform other duties and cross-training assignments as required to support team and organizational objectives.
Essential Skills
+ Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
+ Two to five years of experience and/or training in electrical circuit design and product development.
+ Hands-on experience with analog and digital circuit design and troubleshooting.
+ Ability to analyze electrical systems using simulation software.
+ Familiarity with C and C++ programming languages for software-related design and troubleshooting.
+ Experience working with electromechanical systems and their electrical interfaces.
+ Ability to develop specifications for electrical systems, subsystems, and components.
+ Experience developing and executing test plans to validate electrical system performance.
+ Knowledge of Design for Manufacturability and Design for Assembly principles.
+ Understanding of design for reliability tools and performance sensitivity analysis.
+ Familiarity with third-party certification considerations such as FDA, UL, CE, and CSA.
+ Proficiency with commonly used PCB CAD design tools.
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
+ Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and assist with troubleshooting.
+ Basic electrical engineering principles and practical application skills.
+ Ability to use AutoCAD, including copying and pasting and updating drawings.
+ Strong written and verbal communication skills.
+ Demonstrated sense of ownership and urgency in managing projects and work assignments.
+…
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