Sr. Electrical Engineer

Tobermory; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Stock plan

RRSP contributions

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Discounts on Tesla products

Gym discounts

Job summary

Tesla in Richmond Hill, Ontario seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to design and support automated testing systems for power electronics and batteries. You will work within a global Manufacturing Test Engineering group to build data‑driven, high‑performance test equipment for factories worldwide.

The role emphasizes hands‑on engineering, NFPA/UL standards, safety, and collaboration with global production teams. 40 hours/week, on‑site in Richmond Hill, with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in control, automation, test, or mechatronics engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechatronics engineering or equivalent.
• Familiar with electrical testing instrumentation (power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, power analyzers).
• Proficient with EPLAN and AutoCAD Electrical.
• Knowledge of Rockwell Studio 5000 and/or Siemens TIA Portal is a plus.
• Industry experience in manufacturing automation and high‑voltage power electronics is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• From the ground up, create and develop test equipment that is completely automated.
• Create test specifications and execution plans; guide junior engineers.
• Research, choose, and include electrical testing instruments and equipment.
• Conceive and verify panels complying with NFPA79/NEC/UL508A standards.
• Install and validate safety measures for high‑voltage and mechanical hazards.
• Diagnose and polish the automated testing process to improve cycle time and uptime.
• Travel assistance up to 20% (USA and international).

Skills

Electrical engineering

Mechatronics

Automation

Test equipment

Control systems

Education

Electrical/Mechatronics degree

Tools

EPLAN

AutoCAD Electrical

Rockwell Studio 5000

Siemens TIA Portal

Job description

The Sr. Electrical Engineer position deals with the design and support of cutting‑edge automated testing systems. These are used in the production of power electronics and batteries. This role is part of a global Manufacturing Test Engineering group responsible for constructing data‑oriented, high‑performance testing equipment for factories all over the world.

At Tesla, you come into a collaborative and inclusive workplace. Here everybody can enjoy the benefits of innovation, the use of good engineering practices, and constant learning. Besides, employees work closely together in various areas to deliver manufacturing solutions with huge impacts.

Tesla has been associated with technological and eco‑friendly innovations; therefore, it provides engineers the opportunity to be hands‑on in the production of new systems. In case you are interested in this, you can check the job listing down below.

Company Name : Tesla
Location : Richmond Hills : Ontario : Canada
Salary : $90000 – $130000 per year
Job Type : Full Time
Start date : As soon as possible
Benefits : Salary that is competitive, all health benefits including dental and vision covered by the company, life and disability insurance, RRSP with the employer’s contribution, stock purchase plan for employees, counseling program for employees, parental support programs, maternity and paternity leave, paid holidays, the Tesla Babies program, discounts on Tesla products, gym discounts, perks program.

• Senior engineering role focused on automated test equipment within manufacturing.
• Part of a cross‑functional team supporting global production lines.
• Emphasis on hands‑on engineering and data‑driven test systems.
• Collaborative, fast paced, and innovation‑driven work environment.
• Full time position based in Richmond Hill, Ontario (40 hours per week).

Responsibilities

• From the ground up, create and develop test equipment that is completely automated.
• Create test specifications and execution plans; guide junior engineers.
• Research, choose, and include electrical testing instruments and equipment.
• Conceive and verify the industrial panels complying with NFPA79 / NEC / UL508A standards.
• Install and validate safety measures for high‑voltage and mechanical hazards in the industry.
• Diagnose and polish the automated testing process to increase cycle time and uptime.
• Travel assistance both in the USA and abroad (maximum 20%)

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years experience of direct participation in control, automation, test, or mechatronics engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechatronics engineering or equivalent through practical experience.

Familiarity with electrical testing instrumentation such as specifying: power supplies, multi-meters, oscilloscopes, power analyzers.

• The capability of using electrical CAD tools such as EPLAN and AutoCAD Electrical is a must.
• Programming skills in Rockwell Allen‑Bradley Studio 5000 and/or Siemens TIA Portal PLC systems will be an advantage.
• It would be beneficial if the person has knowledge of industrial/manufacturing automation and high‑voltage power electronics like inverters, dc‑dc converters.