Job Title: Electrical Engineer - Hardware & Firmware Development

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Electrical Engineer to join our engineering team. This role focuses on the design and development of hardware and firmware solutions for microprocessor-based systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with PLCs, PCB design using Altium Designer, and system integration. You will work independently while collaborating with a small, cross-functional team to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and develop hardware systems and embedded firmware for microprocessor-based devices.

Create and maintain PCB layouts using Altium Designer.

Integrate and debug systems involving PLCs, sensors, and actuators.

Collaborate with contractors, designers, and administrative staff to meet project goals.

Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Support product testing, validation, and documentation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in medical device development or regulated consumer electronics.

Familiarity with standards such as ISO 13485, ISO 9001, or IEC 62304.

Proficiency with prototyping platforms like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or similar.

Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, Git version control, and automated testing frameworks.

Project Highlight:

You will contribute to the development of a PLC-controlled conveyor system designed to disinfect wheelchairs. The system automates the process: a wheelchair rolls into a sealed box, undergoes disinfection, and exits via the conveyor. While the project is not highly complex, it requires precision and reliability.

Work Environment:

Team: 2 contractors, 2 designers, 1 admin.

Independent work style with flexible collaboration.

Flexible work hours and unlimited PTO.

Why Join Us?

Competitive benefits package.

Flexible scheduling and work-life balance.

Opportunity to work on meaningful, real-world applications in a supportive environment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.27 - $62.50/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 Baltimore,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 2025.

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.

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