Join Our Team as an Automation Electrical Designer at Johnson Electric!
Location: Ancaster, ON (Onsite)
Department: Automation
Salary Range: $90-115K annually
Vacancy Type: Existing Position
Shift: Days
As our next Automation Electrical Designer, you will serve as the technical lead for electrical and machine safety system design of complex industrial automation projects. This role provides engineering leadership, establishes design standards, mentors team members, and ensures all systems meet applicable safety, performance, and quality requirements. This position may be hired at either the Intermediate or Senior Automation Mechanical Designer level. The final level will be determined by the hiring team based on the successful candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
Sustainability Commitment: Work for a company committed to sustainability and making a positive impact on the environment.
Inclusive Workplace: An inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are valued and respected.
Technological Leadership: Be part of a company that is a leader in its field, driving technological advancements.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Lead electrical system design for complex automated assembly, inspection, and manufacturing systems.
Develop and approve:
Electrical schematics
Control architecture
Safety circuits
Power distribution systems
Network architectures
Design standards
Lead machine safety risk assessments and safeguard design reviews
Design advanced safety systems using:
Safety PLCs
Safety networks
Integrated robot safety
Area scanners
Multi-zone safeguarding strategies
Provide technical leadership for integration of:
Robotics
Multi-axis servo systems
Vision-guided automation
Automated material handling systems
High-speed assembly equipment
Conduct design reviews and approve project deliverables
Service as the primary technical resource during project execution
Support customer meetings and technical reviews
Drive standardization of electrical and controls engineering practices
Mentor junior and intermediate Electrical Designers
Support proposal development, project estimation, and concept generation
Investigate and implement emerging automation technologies
What We’re Looking For:
Degree or Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline
4+ years of electrical design experience in industrial automation
Expert level proficiency with EPLAN and industrial control system design
Extensive experience with:
Robotics integration
Motion control systems
Vision systems
Safety PLC platforms
Automated assembly systems
Thorough knowledge of:
CSA Z432
CSA Z434
CSA Z142
ESA requirements
Ontario OHSA regulations
UL508A
NFPA 79
Core Competencies:
Technical leadership
Mentoring and coaching
Strategic thinking
Customer relationship management
Risk assessment and mitigation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
How to Apply: Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com — We can’t wait to meet you!
What We Offer:
Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer you a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset—our people—can flourish. Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Johnson Electric is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.
Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our process.
Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team
Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.
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