Electrical Engineer
Federal Mfg•Oakville, ON
•CA$105,000 - CA$130,000•Hybrid
About The Position
Zarpac is a leading global provider of packaging line engineering, integration, and productivity solutions. We are currently seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our team in Oakville. This role is ideal for a design-focused engineer who enjoys developing complete electrical systems and seeing their designs come to life in complex, automated packaging environments.
Requirements
- 5–10 years of experience in Electrical Engineering with a strong design focus
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical engineering or equivalent
- Strong communication and critical thinking skills
- Experience in industrial equipment, packaging, or manufacturing environments
- Strong expertise in electrical system design and low-voltage power distribution (up to 600V)
- Experience developing schematics, panel layouts, and system architecture
- Proficiency in AutoCAD (or equivalent design tools)
- Understanding of industrial networks and system integration
- Experience with PLC programming (Allen Bradley/Siemens)
- Strong communication and technical documentation skills
- Knowledge of North American electrical standards
Nice To Haves
- Experience with FactoryTalk, Wonderware, or similar platforms is an asset
- Exposure to robotics, servo systems, and VFDs is an asset
- P.Eng. designation is an asset
Responsibilities
- Lead the development of complete electrical design packages, including BOMs, schematics, layouts, and assembly drawings
- Own the end-to-end electrical design for machine and/or full packaging lines, ensuring alignment with customer specifications and internal standards
- Review and validate design documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
- Interpret customer requirements, functional specifications, and vendor documentation
- Design and coordinate power distribution systems, including MCCs and PDPs
- Develop electrical layouts and system architecture for automated packaging lines
- Provide technical guidance during build, testing, and commissioning phases
- Collaborate and/or participate with controls teams to support PLC/HMI integration as needed
- Contribute to design improvements, standardization, and innovation initiatives
- Select components with a focus on performance, cost efficiency, and maintainability
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical/dental programs
- Life insurance
- Generous paid time off program
- Retirement savings plan with a company match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
