Electrical Designer

Shape Technologies Group; Burlington; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Canada seeks a skilled Electrical Designer proficient in Electrical AutoCAD design and familiar with CSA, UL, and CIC codes. You will collaborate with mechanical engineers, develop drawings based on customer specifications, and assist with on-site commissioning. The ideal candidate has a post-secondary education in a technical discipline and at least 2 years of related experience. Compensation ranges from $34 to $38 per hour, reflecting the importance of attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in Electrical AutoCAD design software.
• 2+ years of experience in a related field.
• Familiar with electrical codes: CSA, UL, CIC.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with mechanical engineering for operations and device locations.
• Develop electrical AutoCAD drawings based on customer specifications.
• Develop and maintain a bill of materials.
• Update drawings and provide information to electricians.
• Assist production personnel on machine run-off.

Skills

Electrical AutoCAD design software

Familiar with electrical codes: CSA, UL, CIC

Strong analytical skills

Excellent computer skills

Oral and written communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Detail oriented

Self-starter

Ability to work on concurrent projects

Education

Post-secondary education in technical or engineering discipline

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical Software

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with mechanical engineering to come up with a "sequence of operation", device locations etc.
• Develop electrical AutoCAD drawings for control system in accordance with CEC, NEC, and applicable codes based on customer specifications using AutoCAD Electrical Software.
• Develop and maintain a bill of materials.
• Review with project managers, and make any necessary changes as required before submitting drawings.
• Update drawings as required after customer approval, and as build.
• Discuss and provide drawings and relevant information to electrician for machine wiring.
• Make copy of technical literature to project manager for equipment manual.
• Assist production personnel on machine run-off.
• Collaborate with sales giving technical assistance.
• On-site commissioning of equipment if required.
• Adhere to all safety requirements and ensure that all designs are specifies to follow all safety guidelines.
• Adhere to all electrical codes.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Experience in Electrical AutoCAD design software.
• Familiar with electrical codes: CSA, UL, CIC.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a team or autonomy driven environment.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Extensive oral and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Self-starter, with project dedication.
• Ability to work on concurrent projects.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Post-secondary education in technical or an engineering discipline.
• Coupled with 2+ years of experience in a related field.

COMPENSATION

• Ranges from $34 - $38 per hour.