Senior Hardware Application Design

WilsonHCG; Toronto; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WilsonHCG is seeking a Senior Hardware Application Design professional in Toronto, ON, operating in a hybrid setup. The role supports the SID Hardware team with hardware application design drafting, technical documentation, and infrastructure-related engineering activities for complex transportation systems.

The ideal candidate will have strong electrical knowledge, CAD tool proficiency (MicroStation, AutoCAD), and a track record in documenting systems and BOMs.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in electrical/electronics engineering or related field.
• 3-5 years of hardware application design or electrical drafting experience.
• Strong understanding of electrical theory and systems; CAD drafting principles.

Responsibilities

• Support development and modification of hardware application designs and documentation.
• Document system requirements and select design approaches for hardware applications.
• Prepare and maintain hardware CAD drawings for electrical and some mechanical designs.
• Ensure accuracy of BOMs and documentation; support field testing and installation activities.
• Contribute to design workflows and standardization efforts.

Skills

Electrical drafting

Technical documentation

Problem-solving

English communication

Education

Post-secondary Technologist Diploma OR Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

SAP (BOMs)

Microsoft Office Suite

Configuration Management tools

ClearQuest

Job description

Job Title: Senior Hardware Application Design

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week

Job Type: Contract (1 year)

Pay Rate: $50-$58 per hour

Travel: Occasional travel to vendor sites, training sessions, conferences, or project locations as required

Overview

Our client, a global leader in the transportation and rail technology industry, is seeking a Hardware Application Design - Intermediate Designer to support the Site Infrastructure Design (SID) Hardware team.

This role focuses on supporting hardware application design drafting, technical documentation, and infrastructure-related engineering activities for complex transportation systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of electrical systems, CAD design tools, and hardware documentation processes, along with the ability to collaborate effectively within a technical engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and modification of hardware application designs and technical documentation


• Interpret and document system requirements while selecting appropriate design approaches for hardware applications


• Prepare and maintain hardware CAD drawings for primarily electrical and some mechanical designs


• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and quality of all design documentation and Bills of Materials (BOMs)


• Contribute to resolving hardware-related issues both internally and at project sites


• Support installation activities and field testing to ensure successful technical implementation


• Participate in process improvement initiatives related to hardware applications and design workflows


• Maximize re-use of existing product designs and contribute to development strategies for standardization


• Conduct research and review source documentation to support design activities and technical decisions


• Work collaboratively with cross-functional engineering teams while maintaining professionalism and accountability


• Clearly articulate technical questions and design concerns for review by leadership and engineering teams


• Maintain strong working relationships with team members, stakeholders, vendors, and customers


• Demonstrate professionalism and effective communication in both written and verbal interactions

Qualifications

• Post-secondary Technologist Diploma OR Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering


• 3-5 years of related work experience in hardware application design or electrical drafting


• Strong understanding of:


• Electrical theory and systems


• Hardware application design


• CAD drafting principles


• Proficiency with:


• MicroStation


• AutoCAD


• SAP (Bills of Materials)


• Microsoft Office Suite


• Configuration Management tools


• ClearQuest or change control systems


• Strong problem-solving and logical reasoning skills


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within transportation, rail, infrastructure, or industrial engineering environments


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver work within project timelines


• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy


• Demonstrated professionalism and ability to work effectively with internal teams and customers at all levels

Additional Information

• Hybrid work environment based in Toronto


• Opportunity to work on large-scale infrastructure and transportation-related projects


• Collaborative engineering environment with exposure to advanced hardware and infrastructure systems