At AXYZ, we build more than world-class CNC machines—we build careers.AXYZ is a leading global manufacturer of CNC router machines and knife systems. Designed and built at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Waterdown, Ontario, our machines are supplied and supported through a global network of sales and service professionals and authorized dealers.Our teams are engaged, innovative and passionate about driving meaningful change throughout our organization, our customers’ businesses and the communities where we live and work.Learn more about us at www.Axyz.ComAbout the roleWe are hiring an Electrical Systems Designer to design, improve and validate the electrical and controls hardware used in AXYZ CNC machinery.This is a genuinely hands-on engineering role responsible for developing electrical schematics, control-panel layouts, wiring documentation, cable schedules, bills of materials and component specifications. You will work directly with control panels and prototype machines on the factory floor, physically assembling, wiring and testing the electrical systems you design. Using what you learn through testing, you will improve designs to ensure they can be manufactured, commissioned and supported effectively. Hands-on prototype building is an essential part of this position.You will collaborate closely with mechanical, controls, software, manufacturing, purchasing and service teams. The primary focus is electrical hardware design and validation, with PLC and motion-control knowledge used to support machine integration.The successful candidate will combine strong electrical design capability with practical experience building, testing and troubleshooting industrial machinery or automation equipment.Duties and ResponsibilitiesElectrical Design and DocumentationCreate and maintain electrical schematics, control-panel layouts, wiring diagrams, cable schedules and bills of materialsCoordinate machine inputs, outputs and control interfaces with the controls and software teamsSpecify motors, drives, variable frequency drives, sensors, transformers, power supplies, electrical protection devices and machine-safety devicesEnsure components and systems are appropriately selected for machine performance, electrical load, environmental conditions and applicable requirementsDesign electrical systems for reliability, manufacturability, service access, component availability and costMaintain accurate revision control and a explicit history of electrical design changesReview drawings and documentation for completeness and accuracy before releaseInterpret mechanical drawings and coordinate equipment mounting, cable routing and physical clearances with mechanical designersController and Machine IntegrationSupport electrical hardware integration with AXYZ’s existing A2MC motion-control platform using step-and-direction signals and ModbusContribute electrical requirements, integration support and validation for the next controller platform using EtherCATIntegrate servo systems, spindles,



knife tooling, sensors, pneumatic inputs and outputs and related machine hardwareConfigure and troubleshoot machine inputs, outputs and communication interfacesWork with controls and software team members to verify that electrical hardware and control logic operate together as intendedSupport the electrical integration of new machine features, components and product improvementsPrototype Testing and TroubleshootingBuild, wire, inspect and test prototype electrical systems in accordance with established safety proceduresSupport the commissioning and validation of prototype machines and new electrical designsDevelop and execute electrical and motion-system test proceduresUse diagnostic tools and electrical test equipment to identify wiring, component, communication and system faultsDocument test results, identified issues, root causes and corrective actionsResolve issues discovered during development, testing and commissioningConfirm that corrective actions address the complete issue without introducing new risks or failuresElectrical and Machine SafetySupport electrical and machine-safety risk assessmentsDesign and verify safety circuits, emergency stops, interlocks and guarding interfacesEnsure electrical designs and documentation comply with applicable machine electrical and safety requirementsApply relevant CSA requirements, NFPA 79, UL 508A and other applicable standardsIdentify electrical safety risks and recommend appropriate corrective actionsMaintain safe practices when working with energized systems, electrical panels and prototype machineryProduction and Field SupportTransfer validated electrical designs and documentation to Manufacturing EngineeringSupport initial production builds and resolve electrical issues identified during assemblyWork with production to resolve drawing, wiring, component and installation questionsPartner with purchasing and suppliers to address component availability, quality, cost and lead-time concernsEvaluate and document suitable alternative components when original components are unavailableInvestigate field failures in collaboration with service, controls and other engineering team membersIncorporate field learning and corrective actions into released electrical designs and documentationProvide clear technical guidance to production, service,



purchasing and suppliersEducationBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related electrical engineering disciplineEquivalent combinations of relevant education and directly related experience may be consideredA Professional Engineer designation is an asset but is not requiredExperienceMinimum 3 years of hands-on experience in electrical design, controls, industrial automation, machine building or a related manufacturing environmentExperience producing electrical schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, cable schedules and bills of materialsExperience supporting the build, integration, commissioning or troubleshooting of physical equipmentExperience specifying electrical components for industrial machinery or automation systemsExperience working directly with control panels and prototype or production equipmentExperience with CNC machinery, industrial motion systems or electromechanical equipment is strongly preferredTechnical SkillsStrong understanding of electrical schematics, control panels, machine wiring and industrial electrical systemsWorking knowledge of motors, servo systems, drives, VFDs, sensors, transformers, power supplies and electrical protection devicesExperience with SolidWorks Electrical or an equivalent electrical CAD packageAbility to interpret mechanical drawings, equipment layouts and technical specificationsWorking knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, motion controllers and machine inputs and outputsPractical experience with Modbus, EtherCAT or comparable industrial communication protocolsAbility to diagnose electrical, wiring, component and communication faultsAbility to use multimeters and other electrical diagnostic equipment safelyAbility to develop test procedures and accurately document resultsWorking knowledge of applicable machine electrical and safety standards, including relevant CSA requirements, NFPA 79 and UL 508AStrong attention to detail and disciplined document and revision controlCommunication and Collaboration SkillsClear communication with engineering, production, purchasing, service and suppliersAbility to explain technical findings and requirements to both technical and non-technical colleaguesStrong problem-solving, analytical and root-cause investigation skillsAbility to manage competing priorities and follow issues through to resolutionCollaborative approach to coordinating electrical, mechanical and software requirementsPractical, hands-on mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountabilityCustomer- and service-oriented approach to resolving production and field issues$80,000.00 - $95,000.00We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).We conduct a combination of in-person and virtual interviews. Virtual interviews are conducted using Microsoft Teams and may be recorded and transcribed. We may use AI-enabled tools to support our hiring team with notetaking, interview summarization and internal training. These tools are not used to make hiring or recruitment decisions.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Electrical Systems Designer (Winnipeg)
🏢 AXYZ
📍 Winnipeg