Electrical Junior Designer - New Graduate (Sudbury)

Hatch; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking an Electrical Junior Designer to support various projects from their Sudbury office. The ideal candidate will have an Electrical Technician diploma, proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation, and strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include preparing electrical design deliverables and collaborating with a multi-discipline team. This role offers a flexible work environment and long-term career development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Long term career development

Innovative project opportunities

Qualifications

• Working towards graduation in 2026 or a recent graduate.
• Proficient in AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Good knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate design and prepare contract drawings.
• Prepare electrical deliverables including 2D and 3D design.
• Perform various calculations for electrical systems.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Electrical systems design knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Electrical Engineering Technician or Technologist diploma

Job description

Requisition ID : 95979

Job Category : Campus

Location : Sudbury,ON,Canada

Overview

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. Hatch has more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in various industries. Hatch focuses on practical, safe, innovative and sustainable solutions and operates globally with a local presence.

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals committed to world-class delivery. Hatch is seeking an Electrical Junior Designer to join our Project Delivery Group. Reporting to the Control, Automation & Electrical discipline lead Engineer, you will support projects globally, working from our Sudbury office with opportunities in other Hatch offices and at project job sites.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate design and work as a draftsperson in the preparation of contract drawings, record keeping and other statistical work
• Work independently and as part of a team to produce and maintain technical and engineering deliverables for a variety of projects
• In conjunction with engineering staff, prepare electrical deliverables including but not limited to: design 2D deliverables (single line diagrams, loop drawings, interconnection diagrams, instrument layouts, schematics); develop and check 3D models in an integrated CAD environment (MicroStation as well as AutoCAD)
• Perform calculations (voltage drop, grounding, lighting, etc.); create Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs); engineering lists (load list, equipment list, cable and raceways schedules, material take-offs, instrument lists, loop drawings, termination schedules); design and maintain Motor Control Circuit (MCC) configuration and control panel arrangements
• Assist in review and design of vendor package interfaces
• Develop design details to meet project-specific and Hatch design criteria and standards
• Ensure coordination with designers and engineers of other disciplines
• There are opportunities to prepare: procurement packages (equipment specifications, technical bid evaluations, vendor data review); power system modeling and design (ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, etc.); program using PLC and/or DCS as per project requirements
• Become knowledgeable with electrical/instrumentation design and their practical applications, regional codes and standards (CSA, NEC, IEC, etc.), various engineering design tools and Hatch’s quality procedures
• Work collaboratively in a multi-discipline environment to deliver the best solution for clients
• Assist senior engineers and designers with responsibilities including checking engineering deliverables, attending design reviews, quality reviews, and participating in site inspections and walkdowns
• Willing and able to travel to project sites (office and construction), including remote site locations

Qualifications

• Working towards graduation in 2026 or a recent graduate with an Electrical Engineering Technician or Technologist diploma (Electrical or Instrumentation)
• Proficient in the use of AutoCAD or MicroStation 2D and 3D
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Knowledge of electrical systems designs for industrial facilities
• Dedicated team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work both in a team environment and independently
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code and ISA standards
• Good understanding of engineering and business fundamentals as they apply to engineering problems and projects
• Ability to learn quickly and to take on new challenges
• Demonstrated technical aptitude
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Shows critical and creative thinking and problem solving, and brings forward solutions for clients’ toughest challenges
• Adapts and embraces change
• Has a strong sense of health and safety

Note

Applicants must submit a transcript (official or unofficial) upon application.

Why join us?

• Work with to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don’t meet every single requirement? You don’t need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you’re interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don’t perfectly align with the skills listed.

We’re committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We’ll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.