Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer

Job Description

As an Electrical Engineer, you will apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to design, develop, and enhance new and existing medical devices, including external defibrillators, external pacemakers, and monitors. Your role involves designing, testing, and documenting new circuitry and modifying existing systems and subsystems, particularly those related to analog, digital, power supply, isolation, and high voltage functionality. You will collaborate closely with electrical, mechanical, and software engineers to support and develop complete systems and subsystems, working with external vendors and contractors as necessary. You will also support Manufacturing and Quality Assurance groups to debug or improve existing designs.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design and development activities.

• Create documentation associated with engineering activities.

• Conduct debug testing or qualification of designs.

• Engage in other projects related to engineering activities.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency with computer tools.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Positive attitude with a teamwork, logic, innovation, initiative, and self-sufficiency mindset.

• Analytical and troubleshooting skills.

• Ability to work independently and self-motivated.

• Commitment to continuous improvement of job-related skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

• 3+ years of electrical engineering and product design experience.

• Experience in a medical or other highly regulated industry is strongly desired.

• Familiarity with electrical engineering test equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, etc.

• Proficiency in electrical design, schematics, hardware, and Cadence Allegro.

• Experience with digital electronics.

• Preference for candidates with medical device experience, but A&D experience is acceptable.

• Must have experience with Cadence.

Work Environment

This position requires working fully on-site. The work involves collaborating with a fast-growing product line, specifically in developing new monitor/defibrillator products.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Palatine, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/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 Palatine,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 5, 2026.

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.

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.

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