Senior Electrical Design Engineer

ERMCO Inc.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP/DPSP

Employer-paid insurance

Employee assistance program

Referral program

On-site parking

Company events

Flexible projects

Friendly atmosphere

Job summary

Pioneer Transformers, part of the ERMCO Group, seeks a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead transformer design, development, and optimization. You’ll mentor engineers, drive innovation, and ensure designs meet IEEE/IEC/CSA standards and customer specs.

Responsibilities include leading design reviews, test planning, and collaboration with mechanical and manufacturing teams to deliver reliable products with rigorous documentation and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering.
• More than 8 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a specialization in the design of transformers or related products.
• If the candidate holds a Master’s degree, more than 5 years of experience is acceptable.
• Proven ability to lead design projects, from design through production.
• Excellent understanding of the fundamental principles of transformer electricity.
• Good understanding of the electrical characteristics of transformers (impedance, resistance, turns per volt, turns ratio, etc.).
• Knowledge of industry standards (IEEE, IEC, CSA) and regulatory requirements related to transformers or their components is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and manage stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills, with the ability to acquire and apply technical knowledge without supervision.
• Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple complex projects and set priorities.
• Bilingualism in French and English is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of transformers or related components, ensuring compliance with industry standards (e.g., IEEE, IEC, CSA) and customer specifications.
• Conduct advanced technical analyses to optimize product performance, reduce costs, and improve efficiency while addressing complex design challenges.
• Conduct and oversee design-related failure analyses, identify root causes, and implement corrective measures to improve product quality and reliability.
• Provide technical leadership during design reviews, guide decision-making, develop prototypes for testing, and ensure compliance with project objectives and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with mechanical and manufacturing engineers throughout the product development process.
• Oversee technical documentation, including design specifications and test plans.
• Actively participate in electrical test validation activities as part of manufacturing engineering.
• Manage the design of complex cores and coils.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by supporting efforts to optimize processes and product design.

Skills

Transformer design

Regulatory standards

Cross-functional teamwork

Technical leadership

Analytical mindset

Effective communication

Stakeholder management

Bilingual: French/English

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Pioneer Transformers is part of the ERMCO Group, a North American leader recognized as the industry's most valued partner in the manufacture of transformers and electrical distribution equipment. At our company, our main goal is to invest in our people and our community. We believe that behind every quality transformer is a team that is passionate, committed, and proud of what they do. As a member of the ERMCO Group, we combine the strength of a large North American network with the warmth and closeness of a company firmly rooted in Quebec and Ontario. Join Our Family Working to Keep Your Family Powered!

Your mandate as Senior Electrical Design Engineer is a high-level position responsible for the design, development, and optimization of transformers. As an experienced engineer, the holder of this senior position is expected to provide technical leadership on complex projects, mentor less experienced engineers, and solve advanced engineering problems. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, promoting innovation, and ensuring that all designs meet the highest standards for performance, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

Energize your days, get ready to:

• Lead the design and development of transformers or related components, ensuring compliance with industry standards (e.g., IEEE, IEC, CSA) and customer specifications.
• Conduct advanced technical analyses to optimize product performance, reduce costs, and improve efficiency while addressing complex design challenges.
• Conduct and oversee design-related failure analyses, identify root causes, and implement corrective measures to improve product quality and reliability.
• Provide technical leadership during design reviews, guide decision-making, develop prototypes for testing, and ensure compliance with project objectives and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with mechanical and manufacturing engineers throughout the product development process.
• Oversee technical documentation, including design specifications and test plans.
• Actively participate in electrical test validation activities as part of manufacturing engineering.
• Manage the design of complex cores and coils.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by supporting efforts to optimize processes and product design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering.
• More than 8 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a specialization in the design of transformers or related products.
• If the candidate holds a Master’s degree, more than 5 years of experience is acceptable.
• Proven ability to lead design projects, from design through production.
• Excellent understanding of the fundamental principles of transformer electricity.
• Good understanding of the electrical characteristics of transformers (impedance, resistance, turns per volt, turns ratio, etc.).
• Knowledge of industry standards (e.g., IEEE, IEC, CSA) and regulatory requirements related to transformers or their components is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and manage stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills, with the ability to acquire and apply technical knowledge without supervision.
• Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple complex projects and set priorities.
• Bilingualism in French and English is an asset.

Does this spark your interest?

• A permanent position with real opportunities for advancement
• A 37.5-hour work week from Monday through Friday
• An RRSP/DPSP
• 100% employer-paid group insurance
• An employee assistance program
• A referral program
• On-site parking
• Company events
• Flexibility, projects, and lots of teamwork
• But above all, a friendly atmosphere and lots of fun at work!

The annual salary for this position ranges from $120 000 to $140 000

Job Locations

CA-ON-Mississauga