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Panel Designer

Actalent, Suwanee, GA

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Job Title: Panel Designer

Job Description

We are seeking a Panel Designer to join our custom panel solutions organization that specializes in making panels to meet UL specifications. The ideal candidate will use electrical principles to transform rough electrical panel ideas into complete submittals ready for production. You will collaborate with internal and external customers to define the boundaries of your design and select components to meet requirements or specifications.
Responsibilities
  • Apply electrical design principles to develop panel designs.
  • Determine input power for panels and address risk points such as short circuit current rating.
  • Handle both high and low voltage requirements, up to 480V (120V/277V/480V).
  • Select appropriate electrical components, including breaker curves, coiler voltages, and relays.
  • Perform load calculations and select wire gauge accordingly.
  • Ensure compliance with UL508A certification standards.
Essential Skills
  • Proficiency in electrical design principles.
  • Experience with input power and risk points for electrical panels.
  • Knowledge of high and low voltage systems (up to 480V).
  • Ability to select and understand electrical components such as breaker curves, coiler voltages, relays, and wire gauges.
  • Active UL508A certification.
  • 5-10 years of directly related experience.
  • BS Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • ISO9000/9001 knowledge.
  • Project Management skills, including lead time and ordering time management.
  • PMP certification.
  • Mechanical aptitude.
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes.
  • Six Sigma certification.
  • Experience with MEP construction drawings.
  • Redlining experience.
Work Environment

You will work in a panel manufacturing shop, primarily focusing on desk work and idea execution. The team is small, and you will interact directly with 2-3 people, as well as a broader team of engineers, sales individuals, and customers. Working hours are Monday to Friday, from 8am to 5pm.
Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $72.00/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 Suwanee,GA.
Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 5, 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.
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 for other accommodation options.