Electrical & Electronics Design Engineer (Contract)

I8IS - Infiniti Software Solutions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

I8IS - Infiniti Software Solutions in Toronto, ON seeks an experienced Electrical & Electronics Design Engineer for a contract role. You will design electrical concepts, create system architectures, and develop PCB layouts while collaborating with mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams.

You will drive prototype integration, product testing, DFMEA activities, and ongoing engineering improvements to support existing platforms.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of electrical engineering or design experience focused on embedded systems, electronics, robotics, or complex electromechanical platforms.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Strong background in electrical architecture, schematics, PCB layout, wiring diagrams, and hands-on system troubleshooting.
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Electrical Architecture & Design: Develop electrical concepts, system architectures, schematics, PCB layouts, wiring diagrams, and cable assembly documentation.
• Development & Prototyping: Support electronics development using Altium Designer; participate in hands-on prototype builds, product integration, and system verification.
• Testing & Troubleshooting: Formulate and execute test plans; perform root‑cause analysis and troubleshooting for complex electrical and system‑level issues.
• Design Reviews & Compliance: Participate in technical feasibility assessments, design reviews, and DFMEA activities.
• Lifecycle & Operations Support: Support existing commercial platforms through design updates, ECO/ECN processes, and guidance for manufacturing and field teams.

Skills

Electrical Architecture

PCB Layout

Schematic Design

Embedded Systems

Troubleshooting

DFMEA

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Job description

Job Title: Electrical & Electronics Design Engineer (Contract)

Location: Toronto, ON, Canada

Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Electrical & Electronics Design Engineer for a contract role in Toronto, ON. In this position, you will develop electrical concepts, design system architectures, create PCB layouts/schematics, and support existing commercial platforms. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, software, manufacturing), you will drive prototype integration, product testing, DFMEA risk assessments, and continuous engineering improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Electrical Architecture & Design: Develop electrical concepts, system architectures, schematics, PCB layouts, wiring diagrams, and cable assembly documentation.
• Development & Prototyping: Support electronics development using Altium Designer; participate in hands‑on prototype builds, product integration, and system verification.
• Testing & Troubleshooting: Formulate and execute test plans; perform root‑cause analysis and troubleshooting for complex electrical and system‑level issues.
• Design Reviews & Compliance: Participate in technical feasibility assessments, design reviews, and DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) activities.
• Lifecycle & Operations Support: Support existing commercial platforms through design updates, engineering change management (ECO/ECN), and technical guidance for manufacturing and field teams.

Qualifications & Requirements

Mandatory Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 8 years of electrical engineering or design experience focused on embedded systems, electronics, robotics, or complex electromechanical platforms.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Technical Skills: Strong background in electrical architecture, schematics, PCB layout, wiring diagrams, and hands‑on system troubleshooting.
• Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

Considered Assets

• Advanced proficiency with Altium Designer.
• Knowledge of sensors, communication interfaces, battery‑powered systems, charging circuits, and Battery Management Systems (BMS).
• Familiarity with component selection, supply chain considerations, and product lifecycle management.
• Experience working in robotics, inspection technologies, or similar high‑tech product environments.
• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation.