Job Description

A global automation machine manufacturer is looking for an

Electrical Design Engineer

to join their team. We are looking for a Design Engineer who has previous automation machinery experience. Additional experience with EPlan or AutoCAD is a plus. The design experience must be in Canada or USA (not other countries).

This position is responsible for working closely with other engineering departments and project managers to design various electrical systems. This involves ensuring device performance reliability and conformance to customer specifications.

Responsibilities

Attend project kick off meetings to gain knowledge on project specifications, expectations and timelines as well as provide technical knowledge on electrical system functionality. In addition, the Electrical Engineering Designer will provide hours and material costs estimates Develop and prepare electrical designs, and drawings, from preliminary concepts, sketches, engineering calculations, specification sheets and other data while utilizing Design Requests and conforming to sound engineering practices Create and maintain electrical schematics of electrical designs as well as other support drawings using AutoCAD electrical software during and after the build cycle Ensure system performance reliability and conformance to customer specifications Maintain awareness of budget and schedule commitments during the design cycle Responsible for the research phase of purchasing for electrical parts. This involves contacting different vendors and factoring price, quality, and delivery. The Electrical Engineering Designer is responsible for justifying product choice to the Project Manager and submitting purchase orders to the purchasing department for all electrical components Attending project update meetings to review and ensure all projects are on budget and on schedule Ensure all departmental procedures, health and safety policies, procedures, and responsibilities under the OHSA, are followed during all work activities on site and at the Grimsby location

Qualifications

Post-secondary diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Previous Design Experience with EPlan or/and AutoCAD

Minimum three (3) years' experience as an Electrical Designer in an industrial/engineering/automation environment

Is able to travel up to 20% Has Full G Drivers License and own vehicle to commute to the office
Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you're a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.

We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates.

We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Grimsby, ON L3M 1V7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):

Will you need sponsorship to work in Canada now or in the future?
Willingness to travel:

25% (preferred)
Work Location: In person