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Industrial Controls Designer

Controls & Automation Consultants
Toronto, ON
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Full-time
Experienced

Overview

Join our engineering group and lead the end-to-end design of electrical power-and-control solutions for advanced material-handling equipment. You'll own schematic creation, component sizing / selection, and safety-code compliance while collaborating with mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams. Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical 2023 and a passion for continuous improvement are essential.

Key Responsibilities

  • System Design - Produce electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts for control panels, PLC/HMI interfaces, motor-control centers, and safety circuits.
  • Component Selection - Specify breakers, relays, sensors, transformers, power supplies, fuses, and wire sizes that meet load, fault-current, and regulatory requirements.
  • Cross-Functional Integration - Partner with mechanical and software engineers to ensure seamless system integration and manufacturability.
  • Prototype & Testing Support - Assist in prototype builds, FAT/SAT testing, troubleshooting, and on-site commissioning.
  • Safety & Compliance - Conduct risk assessments and enforce UL, IEC, NEC, NFPA 79/70E, CE, ISO 13849, UL 508A, and related standards throughout the design lifecycle.
  • Documentation & Continuous Improvement - Generate and maintain accurate BOMs, assembly instructions, and technical reports; drive improvements in performance, reliability, and cost.

Requirements

  • Education - B.S. in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent practical experience).
  • Experience - 5 + years in industrial electrical hardware design.
  • Software - Expert-level proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical 2023.

Technical Depth

  • Ability to size transformers, power supplies, and circuit protection.
  • Strong grasp of control systems, power distribution, and safety circuits.
  • Familiarity with PLCs, VFDs, servo drives, Ethernet/IP, Profinet, and Modbus.
  • Working knowledge of UL 508A, NFPA 70E, ISO 13849, and related standards.
  • Soft Skills - Excellent communication, collaboration, and independent problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience designing material-handling or conveyor systems.
  • Familiarity with CE marking and global export requirements.
  • Proven track record leading cross-disciplinary design reviews.

Why Join Us?

  • Growth Opportunities - Accelerate your technical development alongside seasoned automation experts.
  • Innovative Environment - Work on cutting-edge projects that push the boundaries of industrial automation.
  • Team Culture - Inclusive, transparent, and highly collaborative workforce committed to continuous improvement.

Interview Process

  • Virtual Interview - Zoom discussion with the hiring manager and lead engineer.

Additional Information

  • Contract extensions are possible based on project pipeline and performance.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and able to attend in-person interviews as necessary
  • Canadian citizens welcome.
  • Job Type: Contract, full-time, on-site.
  • Duration: Approximately 10 weeks.

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