Electrical Engineer | Industrial & Manufacturing Projects

About the Opportunity

DSC is looking for a motivated, detail-oriented Electrical Engineer to join our engineering team.

In this role, you will support electrical engineering projects for manufacturing and industrial facilities, working alongside experienced engineers, designers, clients, contractors, and other technical disciplines. Projects may involve industrial power distribution, electrical system studies, equipment integration, facility upgrades, and new installations.

You will have the opportunity to contribute to projects from initial site investigations and design development through construction, installation, and commissioning.

We are looking for someone with strong electrical engineering fundamentals, practical problem-solving skills, and a genuine interest in understanding how industrial equipment and systems operate. The ideal candidate enjoys technical challenges, works well with others, and takes pride in delivering safe, reliable, and practical engineering solutions.

Key ResponsibilitiesElectrical Engineering & Power Distribution

- Design, evaluate, and support low-voltage and medium-voltage electrical distribution systems for industrial and manufacturing facilities.
- Develop and review electrical designs involving transformers, switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, Motor Control Centres (MCCs), disconnects, feeders, branch circuits, busway, and raceway systems.
- Perform electrical load calculations, voltage-drop calculations, conductor and cable sizing, and equipment capacity assessments.
- Evaluate existing electrical infrastructure, utility services, and distribution equipment to support facility expansions, equipment installations, and electrical upgrades.
- Develop facility load lists, demand-load calculations, future-load projections, and recommendations for infrastructure improvements.
- Apply grounding, bonding, overcurrent protection, electrical safety, and power-quality principles.
- Support emergency and standby power systems, generators, and UPS systems where applicable.

Electrical Studies & Safety
- Perform or support short-circuit, protective-device coordination, and arc-flash studies.
- Develop and verify electrical system models, protective-device information, and single-line diagrams.
- Review equipment ratings, breaker and fuse selections, relay settings, time-current curves, and electrical protection requirements.
- Identify electrical hazards, equipment deficiencies, and opportunities to improve system safety and reliability.
- Support electrical safety assessments, machinery safety reviews, and Pre-Start Health and Safety Reviews (PSRs).
- Apply relevant electrical codes and standards, including the Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC), Canadian Electrical Code principles, applicable CSA standards, ESA requirements, and other applicable safety regulations.

Industrial Equipment, Motors & Controls
- Determine electrical requirements for industrial machinery, production equipment, and manufacturing processes.
- Design and coordinate equipment power connections, motor feeders, disconnects, grounding, control-panel power, and electrical interfaces.
- Support motor-control systems involving three-phase motors, starters, contactors, overload protection, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), soft starters, and MCCs.
- Coordinate with controls and automation teams on PLC interfaces, industrial control panels, sensors, instrumentation, and control systems.
- Review electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder-logic fundamentals, emergency-stop circuits, safety interlocks, and equipment integration requirements.
- Assist with electrical troubleshooting, installation, testing, and commissioning.

Electrical Design & Documentation
- Prepare, review, and interpret electrical single-line diagrams, power plans, equipment layouts, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- Develop panel schedules, load schedules, motor schedules, cable and conduit schedules, and electrical installation details.
- Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, equipment specifications, and design documentation.
- Support industrial lighting,



emergency lighting, lighting controls, general power distribution, and facility electrical renovations where applicable.
- Coordinate electrical layouts, equipment clearances, cable trays, and conduit routing with other engineering disciplines.
- Use 3D scans, point-cloud information, and coordination models to identify installation constraints and potential clashes.

Field Engineering & Project Support
- Conduct electrical field investigations in operating industrial and manufacturing facilities.
- Collect and verify equipment nameplate information, transformer data, protective-device information, and existing electrical system details.
- Review site conditions and compare existing installations against electrical drawings and documentation.
- Identify safety concerns, installation constraints, equipment-access issues, and practical design considerations.
- Coordinate with clients, plant personnel, maintenance teams, contractors, vendors, and other engineering disciplines.
- Review vendor quotations, shop drawings, technical submittals, and equipment specifications.
- Assist with scopes of work, RFQs, technical bid evaluations, equipment procurement, and FAT/SAT activities where applicable.
- Support project planning, engineering estimates, schedules, construction reviews, and commissioning.
- Manage assigned engineering tasks, drawing revisions, documentation, and deadlines while communicating project progress and technical concerns.

Qualifications & Technical SkillsEducation & Experience
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
- Relevant electrical engineering experience, preferably involving industrial facilities, manufacturing, power distribution, or equipment integration.
- Eligibility for registration with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), Engineer-in-Training (EIT) status, or progress toward a P.Eng. licence is an asset.
- Experience with multidisciplinary engineering projects, industrial equipment installations, or facility upgrades is an asset.

Technical Knowledge

Candidates should have a robust foundation in electrical engineering principles and working knowledge of several of the following:

- AC and DC systems, single-phase and three-phase power, electrical circuit analysis, voltage, current, power, power factor, impedance, and frequency.
- Transformers, electrical distribution equipment, load calculations, conductor sizing, voltage drop, grounding, bonding, and overcurrent protection.
- Industrial power distribution, electrical infrastructure capacity, and equipment selection.
- Short-circuit analysis, protective-device coordination, arc-flash studies, and electrical safety.
- Motors, motor controls, MCCs, VFDs, soft starters, and industrial equipment power requirements.
- PLC fundamentals, control panels, sensors, instrumentation, electrical schematics, and safety circuits.
- Electrical drawings, technical specifications, equipment layouts, and engineering documentation.
- Applicable Ontario electrical codes, standards, and industrial safety requirements.

Software Skills

Experience with or familiarity with the following software is beneficial:

- Electrical Design: AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar drafting software.
- Power System Analysis: SKM PowerTools, EasyPower, or ETAP.
- 3D Design & Coordination: Revit, Navisworks, and Autodesk ReCap.
- Drawing Review: Bluebeam Revu.
- Calculations & Project Documentation: Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project.

Experience with power-system analysis software and 3D facility coordination tools is considered an asset.

People & Professional Skills

At DSC, we value engineers who combine technical ability with strong communication, teamwork, and a practical approach to problem-solving.





The successful candidate will demonstrate:

- Communication: Clearly explain technical information, design decisions, risks, and recommendations to clients, colleagues, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Collaboration: Work effectively with electrical, mechanical, structural, industrial, controls, architectural, and construction teams.
- Active Listening: Understand client requirements and value input from operators, maintenance personnel, tradespeople, and other technical professionals.
- Problem-Solving: Investigate challenges, ask thoughtful questions, evaluate alternatives, and develop practical engineering solutions.
- Professionalism: Represent DSC positively during client meetings, site visits, design reviews, and construction activities.
- Accountability: Take ownership of assigned tasks, technical work, deadlines, and commitments.
- Organization: Manage calculations, drawings, revisions, field notes, project documentation, and multiple priorities effectively.
- Adaptability: Work comfortably between office design, field investigations, client coordination, construction support, and commissioning.
- Sound Judgment: Make technically defensible recommendations while recognizing when additional information or senior engineering review is required.
- Client Focus: Balance technical requirements with safety, constructability, cost, schedule, operations, and long-term maintenance.
- Responsiveness: Communicate technical concerns, project updates, and potential issues promptly and constructively.
- Leadership Potential: Show an interest in developing the skills needed to lead technical discussions, projects, design reviews, and client relationships.

Personal Qualities We Value

We are looking for someone who is:

- Analytical, detail-oriented, and methodical in their approach to engineering.
- Safety-conscious and committed to producing accurate, high-quality work.
- Curious about how industrial equipment, electrical systems, and manufacturing processes operate.
- Practical and field-minded, with an understanding of how designs will be installed, operated, and maintained.
- Self-motivated, dependable, organized, and comfortable taking initiative.
- Technically confident while remaining open to feedback, collaboration, and continuous learning.
- Calm and professional when working through technical challenges, changing priorities, or project pressures.
- Approachable, respectful, and appreciative of the experience and knowledge of colleagues, tradespeople, and clients.
- Driven to continually improve their technical abilities, take on greater responsibility, and establish a reputation for reliable, high-quality engineering work.

Why Join DSC?

At DSC, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of industrial and manufacturing projects, gaining experience in electrical design, power distribution, equipment integration, field engineering, and project coordination.

You will work alongside experienced engineering professionals, collaborate with multiple disciplines, and contribute to practical solutions that support our clients' operations.

We value individuals who are eager to learn, willing to take initiative, and committed to developing their technical and professional capabilities.

You do not need to have experience in every area listed above. We are interested in candidates who have strong engineering fundamentals, a practical mindset, and the motivation to continue growing their knowledge and responsibilities.

If you enjoy solving technical challenges, working with others, and seeing engineering designs come to life in real industrial environments, we encourage you to apply.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Pay: $30.00-$40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits

- Dental care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Education:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required)

Experience:
- Electrical engineering: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:
- Driver's License (required)
- Canadian Passport (required)

Willingness to travel:
- 75% (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Electrical Engineer (Windsor)
🏢 Design Systems Canada
📍 Windsor