Electrical Design Engineer

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Overview Cogent Industrial Technologies is an award‑winning provider of industrial automation solutions that deliver complex projects designed to improve data capture, digital ecosystems, and integrated solutions for industrial customers seeking increased visibility into their operations. Cogent capitalises on the growing trend of Industry 4.0 technologies in the manufacturing sector including IoT, IIoT, CPS, smart manufacturing, cloud computing, cognitive computing, and artificial intelligence. Cogent’s technologies are primarily utilised by companies producing wood products such as pellets, engineered wood, and pulp and paper; additional industries serviced include utilities and facilities. With an established reputation as a leader, Cogent is poised for significant growth with a mandate to double in size over the next two years. Services Cogent provides fully integrated automation systems that allow for improved control of plant performance. Key service areas include: Technology Integration – fully automated, connected, and data‑driven plant operations. Project Management – extensive experience delivering complex projects on time and on budget. Digital Platform – the Illumen.X platform is a proprietary system for digital transformation. Corporate Social Responsibility Cogent is committed to sustainability with a triple‑bottom‑line approach. Economic, environmental, and social responsibilities include: Economic – sustainable and profitable business while providing stakeholder value. Environmental – managing footprint and responding to pressing concerns. Social – guaranteeing well‑being of people inside and outside the community. Core Values Integrity, Accountability, Collaboration, Quality, Empathy, Respect – each value guides operations, practices, and philosophy. Kadant Inc. Kadant is a public company that designs and manufactures products for the industrial sector. Its three segments are: Flow Control – fluid handling and filtration products for packaging, tissue, food, and metals industries. Industrial Processing – stock preparation and wood processing products for packaging, tissue, wood products, and alternative fuels industries. Material Handling – conveyors and vibratory feeders for aggregates, mining, food, and waste management industries. Opportunity – Electrical Engineer (EIT) Location: Richmond, British Columbia. The electrical engineer or EIT will report to the Director of Engineering and design electrical systems for brownfield modernization and greenfield installation projects. The engineer will have strong communication skills, technical acumen in electrical power and control design, and at least two years of experience with a systems integrator or engineering firm. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and commission power distribution systems, industrial IT, and control systems for global projects ranging from greenfield installations to plant modernisations. Develop technical specifications for MV and LV switchgear, VFDs, cables, UPSs, emergency generators, distribution transformers, and panelboards. Create drawings for single‑line diagrams, cable‑tray layouts, grounding layouts, lighting layouts, and installation standards. Prepare engineering documentation including motor lists, cable schedules, conduit lists, panel schedules, and tendering packages. Support RFI and change order requests, quantify change order value, and coordinate with contractors and vendors to resolve technical issues. Identify risks, provide recommendations, and implement safe and practical design solutions. Deliver technical presentations to project stakeholders or prospect clients. Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of electrical design experience from industrial companies or consulting services. Excellent knowledge of AutoCAD or EPLAN as a 2D electrical design tool. Experience using 3D design tools (Revit preferred) to create plant‑wide electrical designs. Experience delivering single lines, schematics, cable schedules, load flow calculations, panel layouts, and IO lists. Experience with ETAP for short‑circuit, load flow, or protection coordination studies is an asset. Strong commitment to health and safety, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and results‑driven attitude. Travel Travel may be required to project sites and client meetings. Expected travel is 5%–25% based on project specifics. Education Diploma or undergraduate degree in electrical engineering or related discipline. Industrial design or programming certificates are an asset. Richmond, British Columbia, Canada $60,000.00–$80,000.00 1 month ago #J-18808-Ljbffr