Electrical Designer

Winnipeg, MB
$25.00-40.00 per hour
Contract
Full-time

12 hours ago

Job DescriptionWe are seeking a Junior to Intermediate Electrical Designer/Engineer to support innovative, high-impact projects in transportation and emergency response. In this role, you will contribute to the design and development of electrical systems for emergency response units adapted from bus platforms, a solar expansion initiative currently in product development, and the ongoing evolution of our regular vehicle fleet assembled at our Winnipeg facility.Key Responsibilities

Design and develop electrical systems for emergency response units built on bus platforms, including layouts and integration for multi-passenger emergency transport.
Support electrical design activities for a solar expansion project, contributing to concept development, modeling, and iterative refinement.
Create, modify, and maintain 3D models of electrical components and assemblies using Siemens NX or comparable platforms such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
Prepare and update electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation to support manufacturing and assembly.
Collaborate with mechanical, manufacturing, and engineering teams to ensure accurate and efficient system integration.
Support basic PLC-related tasks, utilizing entry-level PLC programming knowledge for control system integration where required.
Participate in design reviews, incorporate stakeholder feedback, and implement revisions to improve design quality and manufacturability.
Assist with troubleshooting during prototyping, testing, and final assembly.
Adhere to established engineering processes, standards, and documentation practices throughout the design lifecycle.

Qualifications

3+ years of electrical design experience, including co-op or internship experience.
Hands-on electrical design experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
Proficiency with 3D CAD tools, ideally Siemens NX, or the ability to quickly adapt from AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
Foundational or entry-level experience with PLC programming.
Education in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, such as EIT or CET.
Ability to interpret and produce electrical drawings, schematics, and documentation.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Proven ability to collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering and production teams.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Work EnvironmentThis is an on-site role based in an office environment within a larger engineering and manufacturing facility in Winnipeg. The role offers close collaboration with production teams, hands-on exposure to vehicle assembly, and involvement in innovative projects across emergency response, solar expansion, and fleet development.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Winnipeg, MB. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00/hr. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Winnipeg,MB.Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at .

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