Electrical Engineer Bilingual French and English

Engineering Search Firm Inc; Laval; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious Quebec-based company is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support the design and integration of high-voltage electrical systems for various projects across Canada and the U.S. This role involves troubleshooting electrical issues, preparing documentation, and collaborating with operations teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, significant experience in railway rolling stock, and strong bilingual communication skills. Join a forward-thinking firm where your expertise will contribute to innovative engineering solutions and impactful projects.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in railway rolling stock or mass rail transit.
• Ability to read diesel engine manuals and locomotive schematics.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical issues with locomotives and other components.
• Participate in the design of electrical systems and control logic.
• Produce wiring lists and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Troubleshooting

AutoCAD Electrical

Analytical Skills

Bilingual (French and English)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Member of the OIQ

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Our client is an ambitious Quebec-based company with years of experience. They specialize in the repair, conversion, and refurbishment of all types of rolling stock (freight cars and locomotives).

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering;
• Member of the OIQ.
• Significant experience in the field of railway rolling stock or mass rail transit.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft; AutoCAD Electrical.
• Ability to read with accuracy diesel engine manuals, locomotive schematics, service bulletins, maintenance instructions and other craft related documentation.
• Ability to read and understand FRA and company rules, specifications and guidelines.
• Good organizational skills, attention to detail, and rigor.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage priorities well.
• Attention to detail, precision, analytical skills, autonomy, and good interpersonal skills.
• Excellent command of French and English, both oral and written.

Under the supervision of the Director of Engineering, the Electrical Engineer of this position will work closely with our operations teams to support the design, development, and integration of high-voltage electrical systems for various engineering projects across Canada and the United States. On an ongoing basis, they will also be responsible for providing technical support to the different departments involved in the advancement and execution of these projects.

Responsibilities:

• Provide expertise in troubleshooting electrical issues with locomotives, including malfunctions in traction motors, generators, control systems, and other electrical components.
• Identify problematic systems/parts to ascertain performance failures using diagnostic and fault finding techniques.
• Prepare documentation for the inspection, qualification and rebuild of locomotive systems
• Participate in the design of electrical systems.
• Participate in the design of control logic.
• Develop schematics, diagrams, and electrical layouts.
• Select electrical components.
• Produce wiring lists that comply with the physical layout of the equipment.
• Plan electrical tests on locomotives or their subsystems at suppliers' sites.
• Documentation, instrumentation, and test coordination.
• Ensure the integration of required standards into the design and execution of tests.
• Design and test various specific test setups.
• Provide technical expertise and analyze test results.
• Write test reports and make relevant recommendations.
• Ensure the quality of measurement and testing equipment.
• Participate in meetings with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Work collaboratively with other departments and provide technical support.
• Provide technical guidance to other team members.
• Guide technicians toward solutions;