CAD Designer – Electrical

VK CONSULTING SERVICES; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Modine, a global leader in thermal management, is seeking a CAD Designer – Electrical to design electrical assemblies for data center products from prototype through production. You will create schematics, 3D models, and detailed drawings that are accurate, clear, and manufacturable.

You will collaborate with Engineering and Operations to optimize designs for cost and ease of assembly, manage structured BOMs, review supplier models, and drive continuous-improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on experience in electrical panel and industrial control system design.
• Proficiency with 3D modeling software, preferably SolidWorks.
• Experience in electrical cabling design and schematics, preferably SolidWorks Electrical and/or AutoCAD Electrical.

Responsibilities

• Independently develop and release schematics, 3D models and detailed drawings for electrical panels and electrical assemblies.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Operations to optimize designs for cost, performance and ease of assembly.
• Lead updates to structured BOMs, ensuring all electrical components are correctly specified and version-controlled.
• Review vendor specifications and integrate supplier models into assemblies per requirements.
• Drive continuous-improvement initiatives in the design process, such as template creation or library consolidation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

3+ years hands-on electrical design

Manufacturability mindset

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering, Design, Drafting or related

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks Electrical / AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Contract

Experience Level - 3+ years (hands-on)

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Modine is a global leader in thermal management, with more than 100 years of experience and over 13,000 employees worldwide. Its Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments improve air quality, reduce energy and water consumption, lower harmful emissions and enable cleaner-running vehicles and environmentally friendly refrigerants. Headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (USA), Modine operates across North America, South America, Europe and Asia. Learn more at www.modine.com.

ROLE SUMMARY

The CAD Designer – Electrical will design key electrical assemblies and subsystems for data center products, taking drawings from prototype through validation and into production. The role ensures that all designs are accurate, clear and manufacturable.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Independently develop and release schematics, 3D models and detailed drawings for electrical panels and electrical assemblies.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Operations to optimize designs for cost, performance and ease of assembly.
• Lead updates to structured BOMs, ensuring all electrical components are correctly specified and version-controlled.
• Review vendor specifications and integrate supplier models into assemblies per requirements.
• Drive continuous-improvement initiatives in the design process, such as template creation or library consolidation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering, Design, Drafting or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).

Experience & Technical Skills

• 3+ years of hands-on design experience in electrical panel and industrial control system design.
• Proficiency with 3D modeling software, preferably SolidWorks.
• Experience in electrical cabling design and schematics, preferably using SolidWorks Electrical and/or AutoCAD Electrical.
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA and ISO/IEC standards.
• Familiarity with the design and manufacture of Industrial Control Panels (ICP).

ASSETS / NICE TO HAVE

• Knowledge of Canadian standards (e.g. CEC, CSA) and UL 508A panel requirements
• Experience in data center or HVAC / thermal equipment: [TBC – confirm if preferred]

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple design assignments.
• Attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy and manufacturability.
• Collaborative approach when working with Engineering, Operations and suppliers.