Electrical Designer

Food Process Solutions; Richmond; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

FPS Food Process Solutions Corporation is seeking an Electrical Designer to develop and refine electrical systems for FPS machines. You will create and maintain electrical drawings, BOMs, and network diagrams, supporting a full design lifecycle from concept through FAT.

The role requires a strong background in electrical engineering, knowledge of control principles, and the ability to balance cost and customer value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical.
• Knowledge of UL, CSA, CE electrical standards is a plus.
• EGBC registration as a P.Eng. or EIT is an asset.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain electrical drawings, documentation, and bills of materials for control panels across FPS projects.
• Design power distribution drawings (24VDC, 120VAC, 480VAC, 575VAC, etc.).
• Design control system drawings (PLC I/O, instruments, VFDs, motion control, and panel layouts).
• Develop network architecture diagrams (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus).
• Generate BOMs from components like Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, Rittal, Hoffman.
• Provide field installation support and develop cable schedules as needed.
• Support control panel FAT and documentation procedures.

Skills

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Strong communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Position Scope

The Electrical Designer is primarily responsible for the design of industrial electrical systems for FPS machines. This role involves supporting experienced colleagues throughout the entire electrical design process—from conceptualization, through testing, analysis, and refinement, to implementation.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Electrical Engineering, demonstrate a solid understanding of electrical and control principles, and be capable of balancing company cost considerations with customer value. A positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and openness to new ideas and challenges are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain electrical drawings, documentation, and bills of materials for control panels across various FPS projects.
• Design power distribution drawings (24VDC, 120VAC, 480VAC, 575VAC, etc.).
• Design control system drawings (PLC I/O, instruments, VFDs, motion control, and panel layouts).
• Develop network architecture diagrams (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, etc.).
• Generate bills of materials using components from Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, Rittal, Hoffman, and others.
• Provide field installation support and develop cable schedules as needed.
• Support and participate in control panel Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
• Understand and follow FPS Autodesk Vault practices and documentation management procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical.
• Knowledge of relevant electrical standards (UL, CSA, CE) is considered an asset.
• EGBC registration as a P.Eng. or EIT is an asset.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable managing multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.

FPS Food Process Solutions Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

We thank all those who apply; however, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Employment at FPS is based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competencies and eligibility to work in Canada