Electrical Project Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Project Engineer is responsible for the design and specification of the electrical system on Zarpac projects and initiatives.

  • Create full design packages including BOM, detail drawings, assembly drawings and layouts
  • Check & validate all final design documentation, parts lists, and drawings according to design & contract requirements, to ensure completeness & accuracy
  • Review and interpret customer and vendor drawings and specifications
  • Design or coordinate the design of the MCC, wiring schematics, and power distribution
  • Write, test, and commission PLC and HMI code
  • Prepare contractor and scope of work instructions
  • Prepares electrical layout and detailed drawings and schematics.
  • Interpret technical specifications & application parameters;
  • Conceptualize new designs;
  • Select cost-effective OEM components;

 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 7+ years of Electrical/Controls Engineering experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
  • P. Eng preferred
  • Experience with automation production line design and working with end-users in a consulting capacity is a must
  • Experience with low voltage power distribution (600V).
  • Experience with communications networks
  • PLC programming experience in Allen Bradley and/or Siemens PLCs is required.
  • Experience with industrial robots is an asset
  • Experience with Factory Talk Studio or Wonderware would be preferred.
  • Experience with servo system design and programming is preferred.
  • Solid AutoCAD skills required.
  • Good knowledge of North American electrical standards for equipment manufacturing
  • Able to travel between 35-50% of the time throughout North America