Electrical Engineer

Actalent

  • Boulder City, NV
  • $90,000-110,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
Job Title: Electrical Engineer
Job DescriptionWe are seeking a hands-on leader to manage the daily operations of a small but dynamic panel-building shop, overseeing a team of 3–5 employees. This role involves leading and coordinating all day-to-day activities within the panel shop to ensure smooth, efficient, and safe operations. You will supervise the assembly of standard panel designs while maintaining high standards of productivity and product quality. You will also be responsible for designing custom 480V electrical panels that incorporate components such as breakers, starters, VFDs, PLCs, and soft starts. This includes creating detailed engineering drawings and Bills of Materials for manufacturing. In addition, you will design and manage the production of both stationary and portable Motor Control Centers (MCCs).Responsibilities
  • Supervise and coordinate the daily operations of the panel-building shop, ensuring efficiency and safety.
  • Lead the assembly of standard panel designs and maintain high standards of productivity and product quality.
  • Design custom 480V electrical panels with components like breakers, starters, VFDs, PLCs, and soft starts.
  • Create detailed engineering drawings and Bills of Materials for manufacturing.
  • Design and manage the production of stationary and portable Motor Control Centers (MCCs).
  • Train, mentor, and supervise a diverse team ranging from journeyman electricians to apprentices.
  • Collaborate with HR on performance reviews, recruitment, and corrective action plans.
  • Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to all safety protocols.
  • Monitor and manage inventory levels of electrical components and tools, coordinating with procurement and vendors.
  • Work with estimating and sales teams to develop accurate cost and timeline projections for projects.
  • Engage with executive leadership and clients to assess the feasibility of new projects and product lines.
  • Assist facility maintenance teams with internal electrical issues as needed.
Essential Skills
  • 5 years of experience with 480V Industrial Electrical Components and Panels.
  • 3 years of management experience.
  • Proficiency in designing control panels.
  • Ability to use AutoCAD to design blueprints and schematics.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Familiarity with alternative design software is advantageous, as the company is open to acquiring new software if needed.
  • Capability to handle both standard and custom control panel designs.
Work EnvironmentThe Electrical Panel Shop oversees a team of 5 electricians who are responsible for building the panels. The role requires a 40-hour workweek, with 32 hours in the office and 8 hours on the floor overseeing panel building and working with electricians/techs. Most of the time is spent working and collaborating with other managers, estimating and creating BOMs, and designing custom schematics and blueprints. The company offers an open-door policy with executive leadership, providing freedom and flexibility to run the shop and implement new product designs.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00/yr.Wage paid bi-weekly.
  • Eligible for medical, dental, vision and life insurance on the first of the month following thirty
days of active employment. (80% of Health insurance is paid by the employer, all other elected
insurances will be paid by the employee). We have a variety of supplemental insurances
available.
  • Eligible for the company 401(k) plan after ninety days of active employment. Company matches
up to 5% and there is no vesting period.
  • Basic Life Insurance paid by the company.
  • Seven paid holidays a year provided per our policy.
  • Eligible for PTO accrual. 1st year can earn up to 80 hours, 2nd year can earn up to 120 hours and3rd year going forward can earn up to 160 hours per year.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Boulder City,NV.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2025.About ActalentActalent 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.

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