Electrical Designer

Prodomax Automation Ltd.

Barrie

On-site

CAD 65,000 - 87,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Profit-sharing plan

Health & dental benefits

RRSP matching

Professional development

Job summary

Prodomax Automation Ltd. in Barrie, Ontario, is seeking an Electrical Designer to join its engineering team.

You will design automated PLC control systems using AutoCAD Electrical and EPLAN, supporting projects for a blue-chip customer base since 1971. Junior to Senior levels offered; responsibilities scale with experience, including design documentation, BOMs, load calculations, safety architectures, and collaboration with customers and suppliers.

Qualifications

The candidate holds an Engineering Degree or CET and has entry level to intermediate design experience.
Basic understanding of other project disciplines such as Fluid Power and Mechanical Design.
Familiar with PLC architecture including discrete and remote I/O and safety standards.

Responsibilities

Assist in designing automated PLC control systems using AutoCAD Electrical and EPLAN.
Provide design documentation including component specifications and approvals.
Load calculations on power distribution panels and control power supplies.
Provide Bills of Materials based on system design.
Interact with customers and suppliers to ensure requirements are met.
Order electrical material using an ERP program.

Skills

Electrical design

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

PLC programming

Safety standards

Load calculations

ERP systems

Customer interaction

Education

Engineering Degree or CET

Tools

AutoCAD

Acad Electrical

Ethernet IP

Profibus

Devicenet

ERP

Job description

Prodomax Automation Ltd. is currently seeking an ELECTRICAL DESIGNER to join our team. Located in Barrie, Ontario, Prodomax is a specialized industrial engineering firm focused on designing complex automation with a blue-chip customer base since 1971. Operating from two facilities totaling 200,000 square feet with 200+ employees; we are ISO 9001:2015 certified.

The Opportunity – ELECTRICAL DESIGNER

You will provide Electrical Design solutions reporting directly to the Electrical Design Supervisor. Your level within the role will be determined by the skills and experience you bring when taking on this exciting career opportunity. Responsibilities are noted as you progress within the role.

Junior

Job Responsibilities

Assist in designing automated PLC control systems using AutoCAD Electrical and Eplan incorporating equipment from manufacturers such as Allen Bradley, Siemens and Omron
Provide design documentation with supervision including:
Component specifications and approval based on customer requirements
Safety architecture and plan layouts for safety audit purposes
Load calculations on power distribution panels, control power supplies as well as weld systems
Provide Bill of Materials based on system design
Assist with floor level support during build with respect to design changes
Coordinate with other disciplines to streamline delivery
Assist with development of efficient means and standards to ensure budgets and schedules are met
Assist in validating system safeties function as designed
Order electrical material using an ERP program
Participate in interactions with customers and suppliers

Job Qualifications

Engineering Degree or Engineering Technologist/Technician (BSc. P. Eng. or CET.)
Entry level design experience
Basic understanding of other project disciplines (i.e. Fluid Power, Mechanical Design)
Basic knowledge of PLC architecture including discrete and remote I/O
Basic knowledge of communication networks (Ethernet IP, RIO, Profibus, Devicenet. Etc.)
Basic knowledge of AutoCAD software with Acad Electrical preferred
Basic understanding of load calculations
Familiar with control reliable circuits, safety PLC systems and applicable safety standards with respect to automated equipment

Growth Focus

Actively seeks mentorship and takes ownership of progressively more complex tasks to transition from assisting on projects to independently leading small projects. Work towards an Intermediate level position.

Intermediate

Job Responsibilities

Design Automated PLC control systems using AutoCAD Electrical and Eplan incorporating equipment from manufacturers such as Allen Bradley, Siemens and Omron
Provide design documentation including:
Component specifications and approval based on customer requirements
Safety Architecture and plan layouts for safety audit purposes
Safety plan for all areas of the cell as well as safety network response times
Load calculations on power distribution panels, control power supplies as well as weld systems
Provide Bill of Materials based on system design
Assist with floor level support during build with respect to design changes
Coordinate with other disciplines to streamline delivery
Develop efficient means and standards to ensure budgets and schedules are met
Validate system safeties function as designed
Order electrical material using an ERP program
Interact with customers and suppliers
Lead projects as an electrical designer in a team environment

Job Qualifications

Engineering Degree or Engineering Technologist/Technician (BSc. P. Eng. or CET.)
Minimum 5 years direct working experience
Good understanding of other project disciplines (i.e. Fluid Power, Mechanical Design)
Working knowledge of PLC architecture including discrete and remote I/O
Working knowledge of communication networks (Ethernet IP, RIO, Profibus, Devicenet. Etc.)
Working knowledge of AutoCAD software with Acad Electrical preferred
Capable of performing load calculations for resistance welding, Mig welding and assembly production lines
Direct experience with control reliable circuits and Safety PLC Systems and knowledge of the applicable safety standards with respect to automated equipment

Growth Focus

Demonstrates technical leadership by identifying design efficiencies and takes a lead role on projects. Works towards a Senior level position.

Senior

Job Responsibilities

Design Automated PLC control systems using AutoCAD Electrical and Eplan incorporating equipment from manufacturers such as Allen Bradley, Siemens and Omron
Provide design documentation including:
Component specifications and approval based on customer requirements
Safety Architecture and plan layouts for safety audit purposes
Safety plan for all areas of the cell as well as safety network response times
Load calculations on power distribution panels, control power supplies as well as weld systems
Provide Bill of Materials based on system design
Assist with floor level support during build with respect to design changes
Coordinate with other disciplines to streamline delivery
Develop efficient means and standards to ensure budgets and schedules are met
Validate system safeties function as designed
Order electrical material using an ERP program
Interact with customers and suppliers
Mentor and lead junior designers

Job Qualifications

Engineering Degree or Engineering Technologist/Technician (BSc. P. Eng. or CET.)
Minimum 8 years direct working experience
Good understanding of other project disciplines (i.e. Fluid Power, Mechanical Design)
Working knowledge of PLC architecture including discrete and remote I/O
Working knowledge of communication networks (Ethernet IP, RIO, Profibus, Devicenet, etc.)
Working knowledge of AutoCAD software with Acad Electrical preferred
Capable of performing load calculations for resistance welding, Mig welding and assembly production lines
Direct experience with control reliable circuits and Safety PLC Systems and knowledge of the applicable safety standards with respect to automated equipment

Our Benefits

Safe, professional work environment
Women's Network and Inclusion and Diversity Committee
Employee training, development, tuition and professional fee reimbursements
Competitive salary and profit-sharing plan
Accrual of vacation pay during parental leave
Partial tuition reimbursement for employees’ children
Comprehensive Group Health & Dental Benefit Plan for single employees and those with families. Complimented by an Employee assistance and wellness program
Matching Registered Retirement Savings Plan and Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan up to 5%
Subsidized onsite cafeteria
Annual performance review
Casual business dress
Referral Bonus: Earn up to $3,000 if you recommend an approved permanent hire – family & friends included
Safety shoes and safety glasses reimbursement
Prodomax Employee Excellence Recognition (PEER) Awards