Electrical Engineer

Job Title: Electrical EngineerJob Description

We are seeking a Contract Electrical Engineer to support a critical development program with a leader in advanced electronic solutions for defense and specialized applications. This role will focus on the design and delivery of a custom voice control panel, supporting an active, high-visibility project with defined timelines. This position serves as a hands-on technical consultant responsible for bridging hardware and embedded firmware development, while also enabling efficient validation through custom-built test systems. The ideal candidate is an independent, execution-focused engineer who can integrate quickly into an existing team and drive deliverables with minimal oversight.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop printed circuit boards (PCBs) for a custom voice-enabled control system.
• Create schematics, layout, and component selection aligned with performance, cost, and manufacturability goals.
• Support prototype builds, debugging, and iterative design improvements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant electrical and system-level requirements.
• Analyze and update legacy 8-bit microcontroller firmware to support new system functionality.
• Optimize embedded code for performance, reliability, and compatibility with updated hardware.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineers to integrate firmware with hardware interfaces and subsystems.
• Design and develop custom PLC-based test equipment to support product validation and production readiness.
• Establish test protocols and automate key validation processes where applicable.
• Troubleshoot hardware/firmware issues using structured root-cause analysis.
• Support the integration of the voice control panel within the broader system architecture.
• Work closely with internal engineering teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment with program objectives.
• Provide technical documentation, design updates, and regular status communication.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in electronics design and embedded systems development.
• Proven experience with PCB design tools (e.g., Altium, Eagle, or similar).
• Proficiency in Embedded C programming, particularly with 8-bit microcontrollers.
• Skill in hardware debugging using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.
• Experience designing or supporting custom test equipment, ideally involving PLC systems.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with audio processing, voice control systems, or human-machine interfaces (HMI).
• Familiarity with defense or ruggedized electronic systems.
• Experience updating or modernizing legacy embedded systems.
• Knowledge of design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for testability (DFT).
• Exposure to system integration in regulated or high-reliability environments.

Work Environment

This position is onsite, providing direct access to specialized equipment and resources necessary for successful project delivery.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Fort Wayne, IN.

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 fully onsite position in Fort Wayne,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

About Actalent

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