Electrical Designer
Actalent, Lakeville, MN, United States
Job Title
Electrical Designer
Job Description This role involves performing drafting and designing tasks on substation projects for solar and wind farms using AutoCAD, Inventor 3D, and AutoCAD 2D. The projects primarily focus on infrastructure for the energy industry, including new substations for solar and wind farms. Additionally, the candidate will contribute to the growing battery storage and transformer services.
Responsibilities
Perform physical 3D design using Inventor, including creating drawing sets, layout plans, and elevation cut sections.
Create physical 2D layouts and tables in AutoCAD and conduct weight checks for steel materials.
Communicate tactfully and professionally with clients and collaborate with internal designers, engineers, and project managers.
Engage in direct communication with civil vendors via phone and email.
Participate in a contract-to-hire long-term opportunity, with a focus on learning beyond redlining and developing design skills.
Essential Skills
1 year of recent experience with Inventor in a mechanical or electrical discipline or 1 year of recent AutoCAD experience in a professional setting.
Willingness to train on Inventor.
Interest in substation design.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Knowledge of substations, power delivery, solar, wind, renewables, and battery storage.
Experience with 3D and 2D design.
Familiarity with iLogic and electrical design schematics.
Drafting or design degree preferred.
Proficiency in Microstation, Civil 3D, and Inventor is a plus.
Work Environment The role requires onsite presence in Lakeville during the training period, with potential for hybrid or remote work if the candidate is fully prepared to integrate into the team. The company offers a dynamic and well‑rounded experience within the industry, emphasizing growth and development in a smaller company setting.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lakeville, MN.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 – $45.00/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.
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 Lakeville, MN.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 18, 2026.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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.
Accommodation Statement 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 for other accommodation options.
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Job Description This role involves performing drafting and designing tasks on substation projects for solar and wind farms using AutoCAD, Inventor 3D, and AutoCAD 2D. The projects primarily focus on infrastructure for the energy industry, including new substations for solar and wind farms. Additionally, the candidate will contribute to the growing battery storage and transformer services.
Responsibilities
Perform physical 3D design using Inventor, including creating drawing sets, layout plans, and elevation cut sections.
Create physical 2D layouts and tables in AutoCAD and conduct weight checks for steel materials.
Communicate tactfully and professionally with clients and collaborate with internal designers, engineers, and project managers.
Engage in direct communication with civil vendors via phone and email.
Participate in a contract-to-hire long-term opportunity, with a focus on learning beyond redlining and developing design skills.
Essential Skills
1 year of recent experience with Inventor in a mechanical or electrical discipline or 1 year of recent AutoCAD experience in a professional setting.
Willingness to train on Inventor.
Interest in substation design.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Knowledge of substations, power delivery, solar, wind, renewables, and battery storage.
Experience with 3D and 2D design.
Familiarity with iLogic and electrical design schematics.
Drafting or design degree preferred.
Proficiency in Microstation, Civil 3D, and Inventor is a plus.
Work Environment The role requires onsite presence in Lakeville during the training period, with potential for hybrid or remote work if the candidate is fully prepared to integrate into the team. The company offers a dynamic and well‑rounded experience within the industry, emphasizing growth and development in a smaller company setting.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lakeville, MN.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 – $45.00/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.
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 Lakeville, MN.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 18, 2026.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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.
Accommodation Statement 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 for other accommodation options.
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