Electrical Control Designer

Spark Power

  • Hamilton, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
  • Apply easily
Spark Power, a trusted partner in energy in North America, is looking for an Electrical Controls Designer to join our Hamilton team. The Electrical Controls Designer will work using computer aided design (CADD) software to create detailed and complex diagrams and models of electrical systems along with associated documentation (Bill of Materials, work scope, etc.), and also to revise existing drawings as necessary in accordance with client standards. The Designer will also be responsible for providing technical support to the teams and will be expected to maintain proper communication with the client and with team members.The Designer will also be responsible for providing technical support to other drafters and will be expected to maintain proper communication with the client and with team members.What will you as a Electrical Controls Designer at Spark Power ?
  • Creating electrical diagrams for industrial control panels. (Motor Control Panels, PLC Panels, Relay Panels, etc.)
  • Create electrical schematics including bill of material, power schematics, control schematics, panel layouts, terminal layouts, cable overviews, I/O lists and general notes. This may come from written or verbal instructions.
  • Design to UL508A and local electrical codes
  • Create 2D and 3D drawings as required
  • Perform drafting of field mark-ups for record drawings.
  • Managing drafting standards, templates and cells.
  • Create and store documents electronically.
  • Liaise with customers and team members for regular communication and feedback on work progress.
  • Make site visits as required.
  • Train and provide technical support to drafting team members.
  • Assist with project preparation and close-out
  • Quote panel schematic and build time to customer
  • Procure parts from vendors
  • Support team members in filling out project paperwork
  • Any other duties as assigned
  • Report directly to the Department Manager
Spark Power Employee Benefits and Perks
  • Diverse and exciting projects and customer base (industrial, commercial, institutional, renewable energy)
  • Continuous training and skills improvement
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Competitive wages
  • Excellent benefits package
  • RRSP and Employee Share Ownership Program
…much moreDo you have the Spark? Here's what we're looking for:
  • Intermediate level - minimum of 6+ years' design experience in Industrial Electrical Design
  • Junior level - less than 6 years of experience design in Industrial Electrical Design
  • Proficient with drafting/drawing software including but not limited to Eplan, AutoCAD.
  • Experience modelling 2D and 3D within AutoCAD or other industry accepted 3D modelling software an asset
  • Adaptability - Adapts interpersonal skills to work with diverse individuals in a constantly changing environment.
  • Business Perspective - Demonstrates thorough understanding of how each business unit adds value to the organization. Explores and addresses underlying, and long-term client needs while scanning the environment to identify new contacts.
  • Creativity & Innovation - Thrives on creating new ideas, solutions or approaches to ongoing challenges.
  • Decision Making - Makes decisions by weighing interrelated factors which are incomplete or contradictory.
  • Initiative - Identifies and acts to resolve all issues and problems as they arise, regardless of responsibility area. Makes decisions by weighing interrelated factors which are incomplete or contradictory.
  • Problem Solving - Identifies alternate solutions to standard problems using unclear criteria or procedures.
  • Resilience - Works effectively and retains perspective in the face of difficult or demanding situations such as ambiguity, frequent change, and high workloads.
Who is Spark Power?Spark Power is the leading independent provider of end-to-end electrical services and operations and maintenance services to the industrial, utility, and renewable asset markets in North America. We work to earn the right to be our customers' Trusted Partner in Power™. Our highly skilled and dedicated people, located in the communities we serve, combined with our knowledge of the power industry, technology expertise, and commitment to safety, ensures we deliver the right solutions that keep our customers' operations up and running today and better equipped for tomorrow.Spark Power welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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