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Job summary

Design, develop, and implement electrical and automation systems to improve manufacturing equipment reliability and efficiency. Lead electrical design activities, manage project timelines, and provide technical support to maintenance and production teams.

Job details

At Trevor Frances Recruitment, we partner with exceptional organizations to connect engineering professionals with rewarding career opportunities. We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established manufacturing organization, for an Electrical Engineer. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys designing and improving automated manufacturing systems, solving complex technical challenges, and leading projects from concept through implementation. You will play a key role in the design, optimization, and support of electrical and automation systems that improve equipment reliability, productivity, and operational efficiency. What You'll Do Design, develop, and implement electrical systems and automation solutions for manufacturing operations. Lead electrical design activities for new equipment, process improvements, and capital projects. Develop electrical drawings, schematics, layouts, and technical documentation using AutoCAD Electrical or similar software. Program, troubleshoot, and modify PLCs, HMI, and SCADA systems, including Wonderware. Support maintenance and production teams by troubleshooting electrical and automation issues and implementing long-term corrective solutions. Design and implement electrical modifications that improve equipment performance, reliability, and safety. Develop project scopes, technical specifications, equipment layouts, and cost estimates. Coordinate projects with contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful implementation. Manage project timelines, budgets, resources, and deliverables. Perform electrical studies, testing, and system evaluations as required. Maintain engineering documentation, calculations, reports, and project records. Recommend continuous improvement initiatives that enhance manufacturing efficiency and reduce downtime. Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, engineering standards, and workplace safety requirements. Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in industrial automation and manufacturing. What We're Looking For Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility is considered an asset. Minimum 3 years of electrical engineering experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience with Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) systems. Hands-on experience with PLC programming, troubleshooting, and industrial automation systems. Experience with Wonderware or similar HMI/SCADA platforms. Experience with process automation and manufacturing equipment. Experience in foam manufacturing, foam fabrication, or other continuous manufacturing environments is considered an asset. Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical or comparable electrical design software. Knowledge of Canadian electrical codes and industrial standards. Understanding of inventory management systems and automation integration is an asset. Experience with emergency power systems, lighting, or fire alarm systems is considered an asset. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and root cause problem-solving skills. Excellent project management, organizational, and time management abilities. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to a variety of audiences. Ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering high-quality results. What Makes You Successful Strong technical and analytical skills Effective project planning and execution Continuous improvement mindset Collaborative approach to problem-solving Strong attention to detail Sound decision-making and accountability Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence Why Join This Opportunity? This is an opportunity to work on meaningful engineering projects that directly impact manufacturing performance. You'll contribute to automation, process improvements, and capital initiatives while collaborating with a skilled engineering and operations team in a growing manufacturing environment. Our Commitment to Inclusive Hiring Trevor Frances Recruitment is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.

What you’ll do

Design, develop, and implement electrical and automation systems to improve manufacturing equipment reliability and efficiency. Lead electrical design activities, manage project timelines, and provide technical support to maintenance and production teams.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Proficiency in PLC programming, HMI/SCADA systems, and AutoCAD Electrical is essential.

Listed skills

• Continuous Improvement · Preferred
• Technical Documentation · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Root Cause Analysis · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Electrical Engineering
• Automation Systems
• PLC Programming
• HMI
• SCADA
• Wonderware
• AutoCAD Electrical
• Project Management
• Troubleshooting
• Manufacturing Processes
• Electrical Design
• Continuous Improvement
• Technical Documentation
• Root Cause Analysis
• Industrial Standards
• Design Software
• Engineering Documentation
• Operational Efficiency
• Industrial Automation
• Accountability
• Programmable Logic Controllers Programming
• Emerging Technologies
• Analytical Skills
• AutoCAD
• Automation
• Emergency Power Systems
• Business Process Automation
• Decision Making
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Project Planning
• Electrical Codes
• Electrical Systems
• Fire Alarm Systems
• Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA)
• Industrial Engineering
• Inventory Management System
• Problem Solving
• Manufacturing Operations
• Operational Excellence
• Operations
• Project Coordination
• Time Management
• Timelines
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Process Improvement
• Human Machine Interfaces
• Reliability
• Computer Integrated Manufacturing
• Workplace Safety

Job areas

• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Technology
• Electrical Engineer
• Electrical Engineer (General)
• Electrical Engineers