Job Title: Electrical EngineerJob Description As an Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for designing power distribution, lighting, grounding, fire alarm, data (low voltage systems, and lighting systems). You will perform electrical studies, including load, short-circuit, coordination, and arc-flash analyses. Serving as a technical advisor in client meetings, you will define scope and deliverables, oversee construction administration and commissioning, and write observation reports while reviewing contractors’ pay applications. You will also support proposals and business development efforts, coordinate with mechanical and plumbing teams to integrate electrical systems into overall MEP design, and mentor junior engineers while maintaining QA/QC standards. Responsibilities + Design power distribution, lighting, grounding, fire alarm, data, and lighting systems. + Perform electrical studies including load, short-circuit, coordination, and arc-flash analyses. + Serve as a technical advisor in client meetings and define scope and deliverables. + Oversee construction administration and commissioning. + Write observation reports and review contractors' pay applications. + Support proposals and business development efforts. + Coordinate with mechanical and plumbing teams to integrate electrical systems into overall MEP design. + Mentor junior engineers and maintain QA/QC standards. Essential Skills + Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. + Active PE license in the State of Kentucky. + 5+ years of experience at a consulting firm. + Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and electrical calculation tools. + Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects. + Ability to travel (10–20%). Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with Revit and BIM. + Professional Engineer certification. + Consulting firm experience. Work Environment The work environment is office-based with flexible hours, offering core work hours but accommodating personal schedules as needed. The office comprises 8 engineers, each with their own office area, avoiding an open floor plan. The firm prides itself on team efforts, ensuring that no individual works overtime alone. The company culture supports growth, as evidenced by an associate architect becoming a partner. Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401K with employer matching, three weeks of PTO per year, and single health insurance coverage at 100% with free dental. After five years of full-time employment, family health coverage is provided at 100%. Life insurance and long-term disability are available, and the firm covers state professional registration fees and fees for professional affiliations such as IEEE. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lexington, KY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $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 Lexington,KY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 4, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.