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Control Systems Engineer – Rapid Response Team, OMHS Field Technical Support
Amazon.com Services LLC
San Diego, CA
The Field Control Systems Engineer provides mechatronics support for Amazon's warehouse automation and material handling equipment, covering the electrical, controls, and mechanical layers.…
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Electrical Engineer II
Affiliated Engineers, Inc
San Diego, CA
As an Electrical Engineer II in our San Diego office, you will help us empower our clients to achieve energy-efficient building solutions, save global environments, and create a better,…
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Control Systems Engineer – Rapid Response Team, OMHS Field Technical Support
Amazon.com Services LLC
San Diego, CA
The Field Control Systems Engineer provides mechatronics support for Amazon's warehouse automation and material handling equipment, covering the electrical, controls, and mechanical layers.…
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Control Systems Engineer – Rapid Response Team, OMHS Field Technical Support
Amazon.com Services LLC
San Diego, CA
The Field Control Systems Engineer provides mechatronics support for Amazon's warehouse automation and material handling equipment, covering the electrical, controls, and mechanical layers.…
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Senior Electrical Engineer
WSP
San Diego, CA
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Electrical Engineer. While Arlington, VA is our preferred location, we will consider other WSP CONUS locations, including New York, NY;…
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Antenna Engineer
RADAR
San Diego, CA
You have a BS degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field.
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Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer – Hardware/Infrastructure Lead
Northrop Grumman
San Diego, CA
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking to add a Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer – Hardware/Infrastructure Lead, to join our team in Rancho Bernardo, Ca. The candidate should be…
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Staff Electronics Engineer – Hardware/Infrastructure Lead
Northrop Grumman
San Diego, CA
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking to add a Staff Electronics Engineer – Hardware/Infrastructure Lead, to join our team in Rancho Bernardo, Ca. The candidate should be a…
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Lead, Power Supply Electrical Engineer
L3Harris Technologies
Carlsbad, CA · San Diego, CA
Job Title: Lead, Electrical Engineer Power Supply Design
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Sr. Electrical Engineer
Insight Global
Carlsbad, CA
- From $60 USD / hour
Looking for a hands-on Electrical Engineer to design electronics for new machinery/products from the ground up. The ideal candidate has strong PCB/PCBA, schematic, Altium, embedded…
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Electrical Engineer
PSI
San Diego, CA
- $100,000 to $150,000 USD / year
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to design, develop, test, and support high-reliability digital electronic hardware for aerospace and defense applications in San Diego.…
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Electrical Design Engineer
Malin Space Science Systems
San Diego, CA
…multidisciplinary space imaging systems design and production team, the Electrical Design Engineer is responsible for the design, development, production and testing of our space…
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Electrical Engineer Sr
Data Device Corporation
Poway, CA
- $135,000 to $170,000 USD / year
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
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Electrical Engineer
Data Device Corporation
Poway, CA
- $110,000 to $135,000 USD / year
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
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Senior Electrical Project Engineer
Monarch Quantum
San Diego, CA
- $125,000 to $175,000 USD / year
Join our fast-paced and passionate team as a Senior Electrical Project Engineer , Product Integration. As we scale, you will be instrumental in building our foundation from the ground up.…
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Senior Principal Opto-Electronics Test Engineer
Monarch Quantum
San Diego, CA
- $180,000 to $260,000 USD / year
Join our fast-paced and passionate team as a Senior Principal Opto-Electronics Test Engineer. As we scale, you will be instrumental in building our foundation from the ground up. This is a…
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Electrical Engineer 3
Monarch Quantum
San Diego, CA
- $125,000 to $175,000 USD / year
Join our fast-paced and passionate team as an Electrical Engineer 3. As we scale, you will be instrumental in building our foundation from the ground up. This is a dynamic, hands-on role…
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Electrical Engineer 4
Monarch Quantum
San Diego, CA
- $175,000 to $225,000 USD / year
Join our fast-paced and passionate team as an Electrical Engineer 4. As we scale, you will be instrumental in building our foundation from the ground up. This is a dynamic, hands-on role…
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Electrical Engineer (Mid-Level)
Fuse Integration
San Diego, CA
Fuse is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer with deep expertise in power systems design and integration to support the development and deployment of advanced tactical communications,…
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Electrical Engineer (Mid-Level)
Fuse Integration
San Diego, CA
- $95,000 to $130,000 USD / year
Fuse is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer with deep expertise in power systems design and integration to support the development and deployment of advanced tactical communications,…
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Electrical Engineer
GPAC
San Diego, CA
- $105,000 to $125,000 USD / year
A reputable, multi-discipline Civil Engineering firm located in the metro area is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer, with a passion to deliver excellence! This firm works hard to…
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Principal Electrical Engineer
SAIC
San Diego, CA
Must have an Active Secret Clearance to start
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Electrical Design Engineer (San Diego, CA)
Malin Space Science Systems
San Diego, CA
…multidisciplinary space imaging systems design and production team, the Electrical Design Engineer is responsible for the design, development, production and testing of our space…
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Senior Electrical Engineer
Actalent
Carlsbad, CA
- $55 to $62 USD / hour
Job Title: Senior Electrical EngineerJob DescriptionThis role provides Senior-level electrical engineering support for existing products, focusing on production issues and field issues. The…
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Electrical Engineer
Actalent
Poway, CA
- $52.88 to $62.5 USD / hour
Job Title: Electrical EngineerJob DescriptionAs an Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for troubleshooting inverter systems that fail production testing or are returned from the…

Actalent

Electrical Engineer

Poway, CA, United States

$52.88 to $62.5 USD / hour

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Job details

Pay: $52.88 to $62.5 USD / hour
Education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 7, 2026

Original job description

Job Title: Electrical EngineerJob DescriptionAs an Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for troubleshooting inverter systems that fail production testing or are returned from the field. You will perform root cause analysis on electrical, manufacturing, and quality issues, read and analyze schematics, PCB layouts, and electrical designs, and use oscilloscopes, probes, and lab equipment to diagnose failures. Your role will involve developing corrective actions and repair instructions, partnering with Manufacturing, Quality, and Design Engineering teams to resolve product issues, supporting sustaining engineering and production validation efforts, and documenting findings to drive long-term corrective actions that prevent recurring failures.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot inverter systems that fail production testing or are returned from the field.
Perform root cause analysis on electrical, manufacturing, and quality issues.
Read and analyze schematics, PCB layouts, and electrical designs.
Use oscilloscopes, probes, and lab equipment to diagnose failures.
Develop corrective actions and repair instructions.
Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, and Design Engineering teams to resolve product issues.
Support sustaining engineering and production validation efforts.
Document findings and drive long-term corrective actions to prevent recurring failures.

Essential Skills

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related electronics discipline required.
3+ years of electrical engineering experience required; 5+ years preferred.
Experience troubleshooting electrical systems, PCBs, and electronic assemblies.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and PCB layouts.
Hands-on experience using oscilloscopes, probes, multimeters, and other electrical test equipment.
Experience performing root cause analysis and failure investigations.
Experience supporting products in a manufacturing, production, sustaining engineering, or validation environment.
Experience working with PCB design tools, preferably Altium.
Strong understanding of electronic hardware and manufacturing processes.
Strong documentation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced laboratory and manufacturing environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Proficiency with Excel; experience using Python or MATLAB for data analysis is a plus.
Power electronics, inverter, converter, or industrial electronics experience preferred.
Experience working with contract manufacturers and production support activities preferred.
Advanced degree (MS or PhD) is a plus.
Aerospace, defense, medical device, automotive, startup, or high-tech manufacturing experience preferred.

Work EnvironmentThis position is 100% onsite in Poway, CA, within a hands-on laboratory and manufacturing environment. You will work in a fast-paced production support setting, frequently interacting with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering teams. The role involves a mix of independent troubleshooting and cross-functional collaboration, with electrical lab equipment and testing required daily. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Poway, CA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $52.88 - $62.50/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 Poway, CA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Poway,CA.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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

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.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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Skills

Troubleshooting
Root cause analysis
Printed circuit boards
Laboratory equipment
Troubleshoot
Electrical engineering
Troubleshooting electrical systems
Manufacturing processes
Documentation
Communication skills
Collaboration
Work independently
Microsoft Excel
Python
The MathWorks MATLAB
Data analysis
Power electronics

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