Lead Electrical Engineer, VFD & Power Systems

Arrow Speed Controls; Richmond; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health & dental

RRSP matching

Training funding

Social functions

Paid time off

Career growth at Arrow

Job summary

Arrow Speed Controls Limited is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer in Canada to lead major electrical projects, ensuring compliance and delivering innovative control solutions for MCCs, VFDs, and switchgear. You will mentor junior engineers and drive technical excellence across multi-disciplinary teams.

You will design and validate systems, manage risk assessments, and present progress to stakeholders while advancing new technologies to improve performance and safety.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Power Electrical Engineering and EGBC licensure.
• 10+ years senior engineering experience in MCC, VFD, switchgear design.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN.
• Deep knowledge of industrial motor control, VFDs, and soft starters.
• Experience with high-mix, low-volume design, including DFM/DFX.
• Lean and Six-Sigma certification or experience.
• Detail-oriented in production-driven environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex electrical engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.
• Design and develop electrical systems, components, and test procedures with safety and regulatory compliance.
• Act as the technical authority within electrical engineering to ensure designs meet statutory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to achieve project goals and resolve technical challenges.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and foster knowledge transfer within the team.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical issues to maintain project timelines and quality.
• Prepare and present engineering reports to stakeholders.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies to enhance processes and outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Mentorship

Attention to detail

Education

Master’s degree in Power Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (EGBC)

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Job description

Arrow Speed Controls Limited is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer in Canada to lead major electrical projects, ensuring compliance and delivering innovative control solutions for MCCs, VFDs, and switchgear. You will mentor junior engineers and drive technical excellence across multi-disciplinary teams.

You will design and validate systems, manage risk assessments, and present progress to stakeholders while advancing new technologies to improve performance and safety.