Electrical Design Engineer

Brainhunter Systems Ltd; Tiverton; On-site; CAD 68,880 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

Brainhunter Systems Ltd is currently looking for an Electrical Design Engineer for a contract position located in Ontario. The role involves providing electrical power distribution design and technical oversight for nuclear operations.

The ideal candidate should have 5-8 years of experience, a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, and a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario. The position offers an hourly compensation between $50 and $60.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of relevant electrical engineering experience, preferably in the nuclear sector.
• Must have a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active nuclear security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight to junior engineers.
• Conduct design modifications and review equipment selections.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear quality requirements.

Skills

Electrical power distribution design

Engineering change analysis

Field support

Technical oversight

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Transformers

Switchgears

Motors

Generators

Job description

Overview

Brainhunter is currently seeking “ Electrical Design Engineer” to work for our valued Client. It’s a one - year contract located in Pickering, Ontario.

Vacancy Status: Open/Existing

Hourly Compensation: $50-$60 / hour per hour. Final compensation will be negotiated between the contractor and recruiter based on experience and engagement terms.

Job Description

An Electrical Design Engineer (DE) Qualified role at Ontario Power Generation (OPG) involves providing electrical power distribution design, engineering change analysis, and field support for operating nuclear or industrial plants. It typically requires a degree in electrical engineering, a P.Eng. in Ontario, and active or previous OPG DE qualification.

Responsibilities

• Collaboration: Provide technical oversight to junior engineers and liaise with construction, procurement, and utility stakeholders.
• Design & Analysis: Provide electrical power distribution design and analysis for plant equipment, including transformers, switchgears, motors, and generators.
• Engineering Changes: Develop and review design modifications, equipment selections, and life cycle plans following OPG's Engineering Change Control procedures.
• Field Support: Conduct field walkdowns and provide field engineering support for multi-disciplinary plant design modifications.
• Safety & Standards: Ensure all designs comply with nuclear quality requirements and applicable codes (CSA, ASME, etc.).

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Licensure: Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario (or eligibility to obtain).
• OPG Clearance: Active or previously held OPG Design Engineer (DE) qualification.
• Experience: Typically 5 to 8 years of relevant electrical engineering experience, preferably within the nuclear or heavy industrial sector.
• Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain an active nuclear security clearance

How to Apply: Please email your resume to Reema Kaur at [e-mail]

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates shortlisted for next steps will be contacted.