Senior Electrical Engineer

Pivot HR Services; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in clean hydrogen production is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design of advanced water electrolyser products. This pivotal role involves collaborating across teams to ensure seamless integration with customer systems and delivering high-performance solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electrical systems design and a passion for sustainable energy solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in design, installation, and commissioning of electrical systems.
• Experience in hazardous materials environment is required.
• Proven expertise in MCC design and protective device coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design of advanced water electrolyser products.
• Develop specifications, drawings, and layouts for hydrogen products.
• Provide technical support to business and product development teams.

Skills

Collaboration

Troubleshooting

Accountability

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

P.Eng designation from Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)

Tools

EPLAN

MS Office

Job description

Pivot HR Services is pleased to present this Senior Electrical Engineer role on behalf of our valued client, Next Hydrogen.

About us:

Founded in 2007, Next Hydrogen is a Canadian company committed to advancing clean hydrogen production. With over 60 years of combined expertise in water electrolysis, our team has secured 39 patents across multiple jurisdictions. We have reimagined electrolyser cell design to offer unparalleled operational flexibility, enabling efficient integration with intermittent renewable energy sources.

At Next Hydrogen, we are dedicated to accelerating the global transition to a low-carbon economy by providing practical, high-performance hydrogen solutions.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and innovative Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the electrical design of advanced water electrolyser products. In this pivotal role, you will drive the conceptual and detailed design of power, instrumentation, and control systems—playing a key role in shaping the next generation of clean hydrogen solutions.

You’ll collaborate across teams to ensure our products integrate seamlessly with customers' balance of plant systems and facilities. From early design through to manufacturing, commissioning, and field service, you’ll be instrumental in delivering high-performance, reliable solutions that accelerate the global energy transition. This position reports directly to the Lead I&C System Engineer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Hands-on engineering to develop, implement and service all electrical aspects of product development, product delivery and service, including:
  • Develop specifications, drawings, and layouts for hydrogen products and supporting facilities.
  • Create test procedures, standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and user/maintenance manuals.
  • Participate in risk analyses and develop mitigation plans.
  • Support the assembly of test equipment and execution of electrical modifications at facilities or customer sites.
  • Assist with field installation, commissioning, and maintenance activities.
  • Provide technical support to business development and product development teams.
• Provide technical support to business development and product development teams.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with electrical and controls components.
• Ensure project milestones and deadlines are met.
• Assist in developing and enhancing testing capabilities.
• Lead electrical design activities during product delivery phases.
• Support service and maintenance efforts both in-house and at customer locations.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines and clients to ensure coordinated and integrated designs.
• Work closely with operations to ensure compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Build strong, collaborative relationships across the organization.
• Foster a culture of accountability, confidence, and enthusiasm.

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• P.Eng designation from Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).

Experience:

• Minimum 8 years of hands-on experience in the design, installation, commissioning, and servicing of low-voltage (LV) and medium-voltage (MV) electrical systems, preferably within the hydrogen, natural gas, or chemical industries.
• A minimum of 5 years in a hazardous materials environment (Class 1 Div 2 (C1D2) exposure proof experience) is required.
• Proven expertise in MCC design, short circuit analysis, ground grid and bonding design, arc-flash and mitigation studies, and protective device coordination.
• At least 3 years of experience in designing and commissioning industrial control systems, including HMI and SCADA; this experience is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated practical experience in both fieldwork and design for explosive (hazardous) environments in North America; international experience (Europe or other regions) is an asset.
• Experience with electrical and control panels certifications in an OEM environment.
• Experience preparing technical specifications and testing procedures for high-power rectifiers, medium- and low-voltage switchgear, motor control centers (MCC), and other electrical equipment.
• Proficiency with EPLAN software for designing electrical schematics is an asset.
• Knowledge of quality management systems.
• Knowledge of ERP systems.
• Adept in MS Office applications – Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Project.

How to Apply:

On behalf of Next Hydrogen, Pivot HR Services invites interested candidates to submit their resume and cover letter no later thanMarch 20, 2025.

Next Hydrogen is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage and appreciate interest from individuals belonging to equity seeking groups.