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Actalent

Electrical Engineer

Reading, PA, United States

$33.65 to $45.67 USD / hour

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Pay: $33.65 to $45.67 USD / hour
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 2, 2026

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Job Title: Electrical EngineerJob DescriptionThis role focuses on designing, developing, and supporting electrical systems for overhead cranes and hoisting equipment, while ensuring that each project meets strict technical, safety, and performance standards. The Electrical Engineer evaluates project viability, creates and reviews designs, supports field activities such as commissioning and troubleshooting, and collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, compliant, and efficient material handling solutions.

Responsibilities

Evaluate projects to ensure they meet specific viability and build criteria, contract compliance requirements, and internal performance standards.
Perform site evaluation and inspection visits to assess existing conditions and gather technical information for design and implementation.
Develop preliminary electrical designs and concepts to support sales efforts and project proposals.
Participate in the full engineering design process, including preparing submittals and overseeing sub-contractor designs and submittals for accuracy and compliance.
Design and develop electrical systems for overhead cranes and hoisting equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operation.
Create detailed electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams for new installations, modernizations, and retrofit projects.
Specify and troubleshoot variable frequency drives (VFDs), motors and motor controls, and PLC and HMI systems used in crane and hoist applications.
Support crane modernization and retrofit projects by updating and optimizing existing electrical systems.
Assist with equipment startup and commissioning activities to ensure systems operate according to design and performance requirements.
Provide field troubleshooting support to diagnose and resolve electrical and controls issues on installed equipment.
Ensure all designs and installations comply with applicable OSHA, NEC, CMAA, ANSI, and NFPA standards and guidelines.
Collaborate closely with project managers, technicians, fabrication teams, and customers to coordinate project activities and resolve technical issues.
Provide technical support and guidance to service and installation teams during construction, installation, and maintenance activities.
Maintain accurate engineering documentation, including drawings, calculations, specifications, and project records throughout the project lifecycle.

Essential Skills

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
Hands-on experience with industrial electrical systems and controls.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and technical drawings.
Knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting for industrial applications.
Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical or similar electrical drafting and design software.
Ability to specify, configure, and troubleshoot variable frequency drives (VFDs) and motor control systems.
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills for diagnosing complex electrical and control system issues.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities to work effectively with internal teams and customers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience working in the overhead crane, hoist, or material handling industries.
Familiarity with Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI systems.
Familiarity with Siemens PLC and HMI systems.
Experience with VFD setup and motor control applications in industrial environments.
Field service or commissioning experience, including startup, testing, and on-site troubleshooting of electrical and control systems.

Work EnvironmentThe role involves a combination of office-based engineering work and on-site field activities. You will work with tools such as AutoCAD Electrical or similar drafting software and interact regularly with project managers, technicians, fabrication teams, and customers. Field visits may include inspections, startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting at customer sites. The position requires comfort working on ladders and at heights when inspecting or servicing overhead crane and hoisting equipment. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Reading, PA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $33.65 - $45.67/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Reading, PA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Reading,PA.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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 for other accommodation options.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Skills

Troubleshooting
Material handling
Regulatory compliance
Inspection
Gather technical information
Sales
Design process
Develop improvements to the electrical systems
Electrical wiring diagrams
Troubleshoot
PLC
HMI
Technical support
Documentation
Electrical engineering
Technical drawings
PLC programming
Autodesk AutoCAD
Industrial software
Control systems
Analytical skills
Communication skills
Teamwork
Allen-Bradley
VFD

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