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electrical design engineer

Posted on December 06, 2024 by Employer details Staffing Choices

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*Job Overview* Our client is a privately-owned, multinational corporation recognized globally for its leadership in designing, manufacturing, and distributing specialized equipment for the construction industry. Their large-scale electromechanical machinery is custom-engineered for each project. The company?s North American operations are led by a skilled Engineering team based in Toronto, consisting of approximately 30 professionals. To enhance their capabilities, they are seeking an experienced *Electrical Engineer* to join their team. We are searching for an *Intermediate Electrical Engineer* with strong communication skills, a willingness to travel, and the ability to work in diverse environments?including office settings, customer sites, and subcontractor facilities. This role demands a well-rounded understanding of engineering fundamentals, the ability to develop concept designs that adhere to customer specifications, and the expertise to follow projects through to production-level documentation and beyond. This position involves a combination of hands-on work and design responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who is equally comfortable creating electrical schematics, selecting components, sizing panels, programming PLCs, and troubleshooting. You?ll work with a variety of components, such as gear motors, actuators, hydraulic systems, wireless controls, and PLC systems, as part of custom-engineered solutions. Collaboration is key in this role as you?ll work closely with Project Managers, senior engineers, and business development teams to deliver safe, budget-conscious designs that meet customer needs. *Responsibilities* * Design and develop electrical systems, including schematics, control systems, and panel layouts. * Lead R&D initiatives in hardware, software, automation, and new technology integration. * Draft, review, and approve design documentation, including electrical schematics and production drawings using AutoCAD Electrical. * Program and troubleshoot Schneider and Allen Bradley PLCs. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project designs meet specifications and budgets. * Create technical documentation, such as RFQ documents, scope of work, and installation standards. * Provide technical support to sales and business development teams during proposal and estimation phases. * Mentor junior engineers and technologists, while providing hands-on support during field installations. * Lead the development and execution of testing procedures, ensuring designs meet regulatory and safety standards. * Travel (up to 25%) to customer sites for reviews, surveys, and in-field troubleshooting. *Qualifications* * *Education:* Bachelor?s or Master?s degree in Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering from an accredited institution. * *Experience:* * 5+ years of North American electrical engineering experience in machine design or custom industrial projects. * 10+ years of overall professional experience in the field. * Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical, PLC programming (Schneider/Allen Bradley). * Strong knowledge of Canadian/US electrical codes and standards. * A mix of design expertise and hands-on fieldwork experience. Join our team as an Electrical Designer where your expertise will contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of our industry! Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * Dental care * On-site parking * Paid time off * Vision care Flexible language requirement: * French not required Schedule: * Monday to Friday Application question(s): * Do you have a strong working knowledge of electrical codes including relevant Canadian and US codes, i.e. ANSI and CSA standards? * Do you have a good understanding of custom design work of large scale custom industrial machine manufacturing, factory/industrial settings, civil and large infrastructure projects, field experience in construction, installation or related work, are aware of building codes? Experience: * Electrical Design: 5 years (req