Electrical Designer

Job Title: E-Plan Electrical DesignerJob Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Electrical Designer to support the conversion of legacy electrical documentation into intelligent, standardized EPLAN projects. This role focuses on using EPLAN Electric P8, including Pro Panel and Smart Wiring, to convert customer- or vendor-supplied PDF electrical drawings into fully functional EPLAN schematics and 3D panel layouts. The ideal candidate has strong electrical drafting knowledge, experience with control panel design, and a passion for data accuracy and standardization.

Responsibilities

• Convert existing PDF electrical schematics into fully functional EPLAN Electric P8 projects.

• Recreate and standardize electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts based on PDF source files.

• Utilize EPLAN Pro Panel to develop accurate 3D control panel layouts, including component placement, DIN rails, wiring ducts, and enclosure layouts.

• Apply EPLAN Smart Wiring functions to support wire routing, connection logic, and manufacturing-ready wiring documentation.

• Ensure all converted designs follow internal standards, customer specifications, and applicable electrical codes.

• Verify accuracy of converted drawings, including device tags, wire numbers, terminal assignments, and cross-references.

• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and automation teams to resolve discrepancies between PDF source files and required EPLAN functionality.

• Maintain organized project structures, libraries, and macros within EPLAN.

• Support continuous improvement efforts related to documentation quality, efficiency, and standardization.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of experience with EPLAN Electric P8.

• 3+ years of experience with Pro Panel.

• 3+ years of experience with Smart Wiring.

• Ability to convert PDF documents into E-Plan.

• Strong electrical drafting knowledge.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with control panel design.

• Experience with Power Distribution Panels (PDP) is a plus.

Work Environment

This position is located within the controls department, where you will collaborate with a team of electrical designers and controls engineers. The work environment is team-based, encouraging collaboration and support across various projects and roles.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sterling Heights, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $38.00/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 Sterling Heights,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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 due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.