Electrical Designer

Proax Technologies Ltd.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Design Engineer specialized in electrical automation. You will develop quality electrical drawings and guide junior designers while ensuring compliance with the Canadian Electrical Code. This role involves hands-on collaboration with project managers and continuous evaluation of design processes to enhance quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of design experience in machinery automation.
• In-depth knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code.
• Knowledge of relevant Design Guidelines & Statutory Requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical schematics and wiring details using EPLAN.
• Conduct site visits to assess existing infrastructure.
• Mentor junior designers on using EPLAN.

Skills

EPLAN Electric P8

3D Macros Creation

Machine Safety Knowledge

Hazardous Area Classifications

Microsoft 365 Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

EPLAN ProPanel

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

General Description

In this role, you will be responsible in ensuring all electrical drawings are developed with the highest standard of quality and compliance before being released to the panel shop for fabrication. This role will also include reviewing electrical designs and providing guidance and direction for other team members.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Automation and Project Managers to develop electrical schematics from preliminary concepts, sketches, engineering calculations, and specification sheets.
• Assist with project proposals, project kick-offs, design reviews, FATs, and project closeout.
• Thorough understanding of design and implementation of the Canadian Electrical Code for industrial automation control, power, and I/O panels.
• Produce electrical schematics, wiring details, panel enclosure layouts and reports using E-Plan Pro Panel in accordance with established guidelines and client specifications.
• Preparing the release of drawings for fabrication.
• Conduct site visits/audits to assess existing infrastructure, including switchgear, MCCs, control panels, cable trays, etc., in support of the engineering team.
• Provide support to Automation and Electrical Installation teams with electrical issues.
• Review/approve design drawings and documents as per project deliverables
• Continuous evaluation of the electrical design process to ensure best possible quality of design with lowest possible cost. i.e., evaluate methods and tools to develop systems that increase quality while reducing design time.
• Develop and build up EPLAN as primary software package for electrical design
• Develop and standardize EPLAN library, macros, reports
• Mentor and provide training and guidance to Electrical Designers in the use of EPLAN
• Routine correspondence with clients and all project stakeholders.
• Internal correspondence within the department.
• Technical clarification of any client queries/comments.
• Facilitate with the CM/PM billing as per project milestones.
• Training, supervision, and provide evaluation feedback of junior designers through the performance review cycle.

Qualifications:

• 5-10 years of design experience in machinery automation
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
• Experience with EPLAN software including:
• EPLAN Electric P8 (schematics)
• EPLAN ProPanel
• Proficiency in creating 3D macros and using smart wiring/production features
• AutoCAD Electrical
• In-depth knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code.
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant Design Guidelines & Statutory Requirements
• Knowledge of machine safety
• Knowledge of hazardous area classifications
• Basic understanding of the equipment and systems installed in the manufacturing facilities for Food, Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Water and Wastewater
• Microsoft 365 Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Educational Requirements

• 
  Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or an equivalent field