Electrical Designer

Altis Technology; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Altis Technology in Ontario is seeking a seasoned Electrical Designer to join a collaborative engineering team on-site. This permanent role converts concepts into practical electrical designs for automated and semi-automated equipment in a high-precision manufacturing environment.

You will collaborate with PE, Technologists, Instrumentation and Controls teams, and operations staff to deliver drawings, BOMs, and component selections.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of electrical design experience.
• Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology; CET/assets may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop concept designs into detailed drawings and BOMs using CAD tools.
• Create/update assembly drawings, block diagrams, wiring diagrams, and BOMs.
• Select instrumentation, control, and power components based on requirements.
• Participate in design reviews and customer meetings with technical input.
• Collaborate with design and operations to gather site-specific requirements.
• Manage project deliverables with cost and schedule accountability.

Skills

Electrical design

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Engineering documentation

Teamwork

CANDU nuclear industry knowledge

Education

Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

Location: On-Site, 5-days on-site per week
Language: Excellent written and spoken English communication skills

About the Opportunity

This permanent Electrical Designer opportunity is ideal for a creative, technically minded professional who enjoys turning concepts into practical electrical designs. Working within a highly technical engineering and manufacturing environment, youll contribute to automated and semi-automated equipment while supporting projects where quality, precision, and collaboration matter.

Youll work closely with Professional Engineers, Technologists, Instrumentation and Controls teams, operations personnel, and other technical partners. Your designs will support multidisciplinary projects spanning electrical, controls, mechanical, software, systems engineering, and manufacturing.

Whats In It for You

• Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment where your ideas and technical expertise are valued
• Gain exposure to complex electrical and controls projects, including opportunities within the nuclear industry
• Work with experienced engineering professionals while continuing to develop your technical and leadership capabilities
• Bring creative thinking to a team that values innovation, problem-solving, and continuous improvement

Your Responsibilities

• Youll develop concept designs into detailed drawings and bills of materials using AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, Autodesk Inventor, and related tools
• Youll create and update assembly drawings, block diagrams, cable drawings, wiring diagrams, wiring lists, and BOMs
• In this role, youll select instrumentation, control, and power components based on engineering requirements
• Youll participate in design reviews and customer meetings, providing technical input and resource information
• Youll collaborate with design and operations stakeholders to gather site-specific requirements
• Youll manage assigned project deliverables with accountability for cost and schedule

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years of related electrical systems design experience, including electrical and controls design drafting, is preferred
• Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology diploma, with CET designation and OACETT or equivalent membership considered assets
• Hands-on AutoCAD and SolidWorks experience is required, with AutoCAD Electrical, Inventor, IntEC or online wiring, and 3D parametric modelling experience considered assets
• Strong knowledge of drafting fundamentals, control system design, and design processes
• Experience in the CANDU nuclear industry and knowledge of Engineering Change Control concepts are considered assets
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, teamwork, presentation, technical writing, and communication skills
• Ability to multitask, work independently, and collaborate effectively across engineering disciplines

Note from the Hiring Manager

Were looking for someone who brings strong electrical design fundamentals, but also enjoys thinking creatively. Youll have the opportunity to collaborate across disciplines, solve complex design challenges, and bring new ideas to the team.

All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.