Job Information
Actalent Electrical Engineer in Forest Grove, Oregon
Job Title: Electrical Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will lead the R&D for our electrical engineering team, working closely with mechanical and manufacturing engineering disciplines to support new product introduction for switchgear technology. This role involves designing and developing new switchgear equipment for substations within the power utility industry, interfacing with production teams and sales engineers, and providing subject matter expertise. You will support utility companies on research and testing, assist sub-contractors during installations and testing, and coordinate directly with clients to meet specific customer needs and challenges. You will work with equipment like vacuum interrupters, air break switchgears, resistors, ground switches, hookstick, vertical and slant break systems, and motor operators, supporting 69kV to 500kV systems ranging in 1200A to 4000A.
Hard Skills
Power Utility fabrication experience
Electrical engineering with substation equipment
Utility switchgears and resistors expertise
New product development in electrical and power utility engineering
Soft Skills
Ability to determine project viability
Strong analytical skills
Effective collaboration and communication skills
Job Type
This is a permanent position.
Work Site
This is a fully on-site position in Forest Grove, Oregon.
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.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are 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
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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.