Job Information
Actalent Electrical Design Engineer III in LAKE MARY, Florida
Job Title:
Electrical Design Engineer III
Job Description:
The Electrical Design Engineer III is responsible for leading and designing the electrical power distribution and signal network for our Gas Turbine projects. This includes working with low-voltage systems (600V and below) and auxiliary equipment such as MCCs, LV Transformers, DC Systems, and Batteries.
Responsibilities:
Develop single-line diagrams, panelboard schedules, electrical load lists, motor lists, wiring diagrams, control schematics, and cable schedules.
Create power system plans, lighting plans, electrical room layouts, elevation drawings, and conduit/cable tray arrangements.
Perform calculations and sizing of equipment like breakers, overload devices, and relays, as well as cables, conduits, and equipment spacing.
Develop and review electrical, control, and instrumentation wiring diagrams and cable lists using SmartPlant Electrical (SPEL) or SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI).
Prepare purchase specifications for electrical equipment and select vendors for constructing electrical packages.
Generate electrical drawing packages documenting logic, point-to-point wiring, and system interaction.
Interpret and design according to code requirements from relevant authorities, including NEC/NFPA 70, CEC, IEC, and other standards.
Regularly meet with vendors to ensure technical and schedule requirements are met.
Interpret and integrate design requirements from the parent company.
Respond to technical inquiries from customers, vendors, and field personnel.
Utilize SmartPlant Electrical, SmartPlant Instrumentation, and SmartPlant 3D for designing electrical power and control systems.
Provide technical support during the manufacturing and commissioning of equipment.
Lead junior engineers and interns, supporting their development.
Travel up to 10% may be required.
Essential Skills:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
5-12 years of experience in electrical design and industrial plant projects.
Strong familiarity with the National Electric Code NFPA 70.
Experience with SmartPlant Electrical, SmartPlant Instrumentation, SmartPlant 3D, and AutoCAD.
Knowledge of electrical codes and industry standards, including NEMA, IEC, IEEE, ANSI, and NFPA 70E.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Experience with Gas/Steam Turbines is a plus.
Familiarity with lighting calculation software like DIALux or Visual.
Experience with 3D electrical design tools such as Revit 3D.
Inclination towards computer programming languages is encouraged.
Work Environment:
This position is based in the office in Lake Mary, FL, with a hybrid schedule of 4 days in the office and 1 day remote.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of LAKE MARY, FL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/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 hybrid position in LAKE MARY,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.