Electrical Engineer/Designer

Location: Burlington, ON, ca

Company Description

From concept to design to execution, be part of the team that gets everyday products to people.

Do you want to have an impact on creating products from today’s top brands? Does having a company care about your career today and into the future motivate you? Does an environment where your opinions matter excite you? Are you a natural born tinkerer? If so, you have found your next calling!

Grantek is a recognized leading provider of integrated automation, smart manufacturing and industrial information solutions in the global marketplace. Our clients are some of the worlds most respected Fortune 100 companies and recognized consumer brands: Mondelez, Brita, MolsonCoors, Coca-Cola, Kraft-Heinz, to name a few.

We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package, retirement plan, company paid benefits, flexible work hours, and an education/career development program. The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $90,000 per year, complemented by benefits, bonuses and additional extra hours payments. For more information on what Grantek offers, visit: https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/1366407

We are committed to providing a positive and healthy corporate culture, one that empowers employees, promotes knowledge-sharing, and encourages strong friendships and social connections amongst all team members. We are a team of dedicated Engineers and Designers with an average of 7 years’ tenure at Grantek. The vast majority of our employees have started off their careers at Grantek and have grown into successful senior team members who are integral to our client's manufacturing processes.

Job Description

The Electrical Engineer/Designer at Grantek is expected to use their technical background and knowledge to architect solutions, organize information. They will carry out varied electrical design assignments including the design, analysis, and testing of electrical control systems and quantification of hardware, plus writing technical documentation.
 

• Design and develop moderate to complex electrical control systems

• Create bidding documentation and contribute to functional design specifications

• Perform electrical risk assessments and manage material procurement

• Develop panel fabrication specifications

• Troubleshoot installations and lead commissioning activities (FAT/SAT)

• Conduct technical site surveys and prepare detailed reports

• Generate contractor schedules and work plans

• Lead bidding meetings and contractor walkthroughs

• Monitor subcontractors for safety, quality, and budget compliance

• Track project budgets and address cost variances

• Engage directly with clients for technical discussions and requirements gathering

Technologies Used:

• AutoCAD (2012/2014 or later)

• Allen-Bradley (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PLC5, SLC 500)

• Siemens (S5, S7)

• Omron, Modicon, GE

• PLC I/O modules and communication networks (Profibus, Fieldbus, DeviceNet, Ethernet)

• Motor starters, relays, operator controls

• Field sensors (Level, Pressure, Temperature, Proximity, Encoders, Resolvers)

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

• Servo motion control systems

• Pneumatic and hydraulic control systems

• Safety monitoring relays (Category 3 systems)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical education

• 3–6 years of experience in electrical control system design

• Strong experience specifying and implementing PLC-based systems

• Proven ability to troubleshoot and commission independently

• Experience managing project deliverables within budget and schedule

• Comfortable in client-facing technical discussions

• Willingness to travel between 30-50%

Additional Information

We are committed to the principals of equal employment opportunity and to fostering a workplace where all Grantekians feel respected and included. To ensure a fair and consistent hiring process, applications are reviewed through a blend of thoughtful human evaluation and trusted AI-assisted tools.

This posting is to add an additional team member to an established role.