Sr. Systems Design Engineer

Insight Global; Cambridge; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in automation is seeking a senior level systems engineer for a hybrid position in Cambridge. The role involves designing solutions, defining system requirements, and guiding technical teams to ensure high-quality deliverables across projects. Candidates with nuclear engineering experience and strong communication skills will thrive in this role.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in mechanical, electrical, controls or systems engineering support.
• Experience in nuclear tooling and equipment development.
• Understanding of machine design, structured problem solving and precision engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Work with customer and teams to design solutions that meet requirements.
• Define system requirements and validate system capability.
• Guide design teams and manage technical risk from cradle to launch.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Systems engineering

Strong communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer designation (P.Eng.)

Job description

This range is provided by Insight Global. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

CA$55.00 / hr - CA$60.00 / hr

Technical Recruiter @ Insight Global | CHRP Candidate

Type : 12 month contract + conversion to FTE

Location : Hybrid 3x a week in Cambridge, ON

Rate : $55-$60

JOB DESCRIPTION

Insight Global is looking for a senior level systems engineer to join a top automation company on a contract or permanent basis. You will work with the customer, the project manager, design, assembly, and software teams to design the solutions that meet the customer's requirements. You will get the opportunity to thrive as a technical leader by wearing the 3 hats : 1) understanding the customer's technology and process and becoming the subject matter expert in the equipment / system, 2) providing project technical clarity by defining system requirements and validating system capability, and 3) being the technical leader on the system from cradle to launch, guiding the design teams, managing technical risk, and driving improvements in quality, cost, and delivery.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 10 years of experience mechanical, electrical, controls or systems engineering support
• Experience in nuclear tooling and equipment development and testing, preferably including field support and experience
• Thorough understanding of machine design and build, machine controls, structured problem solving, statistical analysis, and precision engineering principles
• Strong communication skills and experience working with high level clients / stakeholder

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• A Licensed Professional Engineer designation in Ontario (P.Eng.)
• Nuclear Energy Worker status / willingness to work in a nuclear environment

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

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