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Electrical Engineer

ActalentDothan, ALL5 SeniorSeptember 6th, 2026
Actalent is seeking an Experienced and Skilled Electrical Engineer with at least 5+ years of experience. The ideal candidate will have a 4-year degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in a heavy industrial setting. Description pertains to two job functions this person can fulfill -- not expected to meet all these requirements: *Responsibility – E&I Design* * Perform sketches or mark-up existing drawings as required to communicate design intent. * Perform field work * inspecting plant conditions * verifying existing plant conditions * Routing tray, conduit, or cable * layout new equipment for most efficient use of space and resources * Preliminary design for installation of transformers, MCCs, motors, instruments, and controls * Specify and obtain quotes for electrical hardware * Specify and obtain quotes for instrumentation/controls hardware * Write controls narratives * Design grounding. * Develop cable schedules * Coordinate with other disciplines as required to produce projects with the lowest total installed cost possible * Check design work for accuracy and ensure compliance with project requirements * Be primary company resource for design/troubleshooting of power systems * Design loop sheets, elementaries, system architecture, and other wiring diagrams * Support mill checkout of electrical systems *Expectations* * Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients * Lead scope development efforts by interfacing with clients as needed. * Communicate scope needs to designers or other engineers * Obtain quotes for engineering, equipment, material, and services * Develop bid packages, lead bid meetings, and evaluate bids * Coordinate project safety, timing, and other issues * Lead checkout and startup activities * Control documents generated during the project. Issue documents to client for permanent storage *Must have:* * Electrical Engineer (no PE required) * 5-8 years of experience (heavy industrial preferred) Intangible: "not a job you can hide, team player, eager to learn, take ownership, relate to people, strong communication skills." *Things to know* * Established, small business (started in 2016, 30 employees). * We hire people strategically for the long-term, not based on busy seasons or projects. Strong retention. * Significant growth in 2022. *Benefits:* * BC/BS Medical/Dental * Vacation * 7 Paid Holidays * Life, AD&D, etc. are available * 401K Plan * Work Environment * 70/30 (office/on-site) * Some travel: mostly day trips regionally * Business Challenge * Upcoming large shutdown in June, need additional support as senior level EE approaches retirement. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: * Dothan, AL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred) Education: * Bachelor's (Required) Experience: * Electrical engineering: 4 years (Required) * Heavy Industrial: 1 year (Preferred) * Electrical Design: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person