Electrical Designer

MacLean Engineering; North Bay; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation 3 weeks

Benefits package

Annual bonus

DPSP & GRRSP

Sick leave

Coffee

Safety shoe allowance

Glasses allowance

Appreciation events

Job summary

MacLean Engineering seeks Intermediate and Senior Electrical Engineering Designers to join a seasoned team focused on design excellence for underground mining equipment. You will contribute to DC/AC/PLC systems, lead major design initiatives, and mentor junior designers.

The role offers exposure to HV/controls, HMI, and integration of diverse technologies, with office options in multiple Ontario locations. Strong CAD skills and manufacturing understanding are valued.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• Eligibility for licensing through OACETT or PEO is preferred.
• Prefer 5+ years in design/manufacturing of heavy/mobile equipment.
• Proficient in SolidWorks and AutoCAD; training/certification is a plus.
• MS Office (Word, Excel, Project, SharePoint) proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across DC, AC, PLC and related electrical systems for underground mobile mining equipment.
• Mentor less experienced designers to improve design quality.
• Lead complex design initiatives from concept through production.
• Identify design risks and drive cross-disciplinary solutions.
• Manage projects with scope, schedule and resources in collaboration with Product Manager.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing and Customer Support to resolve issues and support builds.
• Review designs, BOMs, and test criteria for production readiness.
• Drive continuous improvement in design methods, tools, and processes.
• Support quality objectives through root-cause analysis and corrective action.

Skills

Electrical design

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

MS Office

Multilingual

Education

Engineering degree/diploma

Professional licensing eligibility (OACETT/PEO)

Tools

PLC programming

HMI design

Job description

MacLean Engineering is looking for talented and energetic Intermediate and Senior Electrical Engineering Designer to add to the existing skills of our Engineering team. This is a great opportunity to become part of an experienced and professional team of technical people who collectively strive to provide an exceptional level of design expertise to our customers. If you are looking to be challenged in a dynamic work environment and want to grow your career with a world-renowned company in our industry, this position is for you!

About the Position:

The successful candidate(s) will be working as a member of the assigned Product Engineering Team in one of our facilities and will be given the opportunity to gain valuable experience, knowledge and exposure in the design, manufacturing, and support of our products. The level of responsibility and specific assignments will be based on the abilities of the candidate.

Our Electrical Designers are responsible for the creation and ongoing improvement of our DC, AC, PLC programming and other related systems for mobile machines for the underground hard-rock mining industry. It offers exposure to a variety of different areas (e.g. 380VAC to 1000VAC high voltage, 5VDC to 24VDC and 4-20mA control systems, PLC program control systems, line of sight and tele-remote systems, panel design, HMI design etc) and the ability to integrate many different pieces of technology and products to reach the best possible product. The successful candidate will be able to acquire experience working with a strong and experienced team of mobile equipment designers and other electrical systems specialists.

Intermediate Electrical Designers will be responsible for:

• Providing technical leadership across DC, AC, PLC, and related electrical systems, ensuring robust, safe, and compliant designs for underground mobile mining equipment
• Acting as a subject matter expert, offering guidance, mentorship, and technical oversight to less experienced designers to support team development and overall design quality
• Leading complex design initiatives from concept through production, ensuring alignment with product requirements, applicable standards, regulatory compliance, and best engineering practices
• Proactively identifying design risks, system integration challenges, and opportunities for improvement, and driving solutions across multi-disciplinary teams
• Managing assigned projects in collaboration with the Product Manager, with accountability for scope, schedule, resource planning, and technical deliverables
• Working closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, and Customer Support to resolve issues, support builds, and implement effective Engineering Change Notices (ECNs)
• Reviewing and approving designs, documentation, bills of materials, and test/inspection criteria to ensure accuracy, consistency, and readiness for production
• Championing continuous improvement initiatives by developing and implementing more efficient design methods, tools, standards, and processes to enhance team productivity and effectiveness
• Supporting and reinforcing the company’s Quality objectives through diligent design practices, root-cause analysis, and corrective action participation

About You:

The successful candidate(s) must be willing to learn, open-minded and flexible, organized and detail oriented, team oriented, disciplined, and must have a positive attitude, along with the following qualifications:

• Engineering Diploma or Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution
• Eligibility for licensing through OACETT or PEO is preferred
• Preferred 5plus years of experience in the design and / or manufacturing of heavy/mobile/construction type equipment
• Able to use SolidWorks and AutoCAD with preference for those who have certified training completed
• Computer proficient in MS Office Software (Word, Excel, Project, Sharepoint)
• Preference to those who can demonstrate an understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, welding, assembly
• Able to communicate effectively with others both verbally and in writing with preference for those who can do so in more than one language

This position can be performed from our Collingwood, Owen Sound, North Bay, Barrie or Sudbury Office.

About Us

Founded in 1973 in Ontario, Canada, MacLean Engineering is the world’s largest Canadian-based manufacturer of underground mining equipment. While continuing to expand both our product range and global footprint, we remain privately owned and committed to the founder’s original design principles: safety, productivity, and enduring quality. Our company delivers mobile equipment solutions for both underground and surface mining, supported by unit-of-one manufacturing expertise and a global service network.

Driven by a strong commitment to safety, productivity, and customer support, MacLean serves mining operations worldwide through branches in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Peru, South Africa, and Australia. We operate five manufacturing facilities located in Collingwood, Owen Sound, Barrie, North Bay, and Mexico, and employ over 1,000 people across six countries and four continents. The next chapters of MacLean’s mining innovation story are being written within the broad themes of electrification, automation, and digitalization of the global mining industry.

Our skilled tradespeople work in a safety-first environment to build high-quality components and equipment for the underground mining, municipal, environmental, and industrial sectors. Join MacLean and contribute to a legacy defined by innovation, craftsmanship, and meaningful impact.

We offer competitive wages and benefits including:

• 3 weeks' vacation annually.
• Comprehensive Group benefits Package (Once probationary period is completed)
• Annual Employee Bonus
• Voluntary DPSP (Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan) and GRRSP (Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan) (Once probationary period is completed)
• Paid sick and family emergency time
• Free coffee!
• $250 Annual Safety Shoe allowance
• $200 Bi-annual Prescription Safety Glasses allowance
• Employee appreciation days, raffles/draws, BBQ's and much more

Pay placement for this role will be based on various factors.

We thank all applicants in advance for their application and interest in MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co Limited. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. At times, AI-assisted tools may be used as part of the application screening process.

Please note that employment with MacLean Engineering is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check conducted by our third-party provider, Sterling Backcheck. This process may include verification of employment history, education, and a criminal record check, depending on the requirements of the position.

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005).

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.