Junior Electrical Engineer
- Brampton, ON, Canada
Compensation Range: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- Compensation Range: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- 1–3 years of relevant electrical engineering experience; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
With one truck, a strong work ethic and an ardent sense of team spirit, Mike and Antonio Giampaolo established Triple M Metal in 1975. Now, more than 50 years later, we have grown from modest beginnings to become one of North America’s largest, privately held, fully integrated recyclers of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals.
Our growing enterprise operates 45 facilities across North America, including Canada, the United States and Mexico, with additional interests in Europe. Our established and far-reaching geographic network means we are optimally positioned to maintain and service our current customer base while making strides in new and emerging markets. We strive to build confidence and value from local or community-based peddlers to the most prominent international companies by providing customized solutions that deliver on all metal recycling and process needs.
Reporting to the Senior Director, Engineering and Maintenance, the Junior Electrical Engineer will support a variety of engineering and maintenance initiatives across Triple M Metal's facilities. This role will assist with the review, evaluation and improvement of electrical systems, equipment and process controls, with a focus on equipment reliability, operational efficiency, safety and continuous improvement.
Working alongside experienced engineering and maintenance professionals, the Junior Electrical Engineer will gain exposure to electrical engineering projects involving equipment design, installation, troubleshooting and reliability improvements. The successful candidate will contribute to technical assessments, project implementation, preventative maintenance initiatives and the development of engineering solutions that support the organization's operational objectives.
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To
What We Offer
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Our growing enterprise operates 45 facilities across North America, including Canada, the United States and Mexico, with additional interests in Europe. Our established and far-reaching geographic network means we are optimally positioned to maintain and service our current customer base while making strides in new and emerging markets. We strive to build confidence and value from local or community-based peddlers to the most prominent international companies by providing customized solutions that deliver on all metal recycling and process needs.
Reporting to the Senior Director, Engineering and Maintenance, the Junior Electrical Engineer will support a variety of engineering and maintenance initiatives across Triple M Metal's facilities. This role will assist with the review, evaluation and improvement of electrical systems, equipment and process controls, with a focus on equipment reliability, operational efficiency, safety and continuous improvement.
Working alongside experienced engineering and maintenance professionals, the Junior Electrical Engineer will gain exposure to electrical engineering projects involving equipment design, installation, troubleshooting and reliability improvements. The successful candidate will contribute to technical assessments, project implementation, preventative maintenance initiatives and the development of engineering solutions that support the organization's operational objectives.
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To
- Supports electrical system improvements and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assist with reviewing existing electrical systems and identifying opportunities to improve equipment performance, reliability and operational efficiency.
- Participate in facility visits to assess equipment, review processes and identify potential improvement opportunities.
- Assist with evaluating new equipment technologies and engineering solutions.
- Supports equipment reliability and maintenance initiatives.
- Assist with monitoring the performance and operation of electrical equipment, including motors, Motor Control Centres (MCCs) and associated systems.
- Support motor optimization initiatives and equipment performance assessments.
- Assist with reviewing PLC programs, specifically Allen-Bradley RSLogix 5000, and ladder logic to understand system functionality and support troubleshooting.
- Participate in preventative maintenance and equipment reliability initiatives to minimize unexpected downtime.
- Assists with troubleshooting and equipment failure investigations.
- Support the investigation of electrical equipment failures and unexpected breakdowns.
- Assist in identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions under the guidance of senior engineering personnel.
- Conduct equipment and operational assessments to support problem resolution and improve process efficiencies.
- Provides engineering and project coordination support.
- Assist with the preparation and revision of electrical maintenance procedures, technical documentation and equipment specifications.
- Support the sourcing of electrical parts, services and equipment, including maintaining spare parts inventory.
- Assist with project feasibility assessments, cost estimates and cost-benefit analyses for capital projects.
- Participate in project planning, implementation and commissioning activities.
- Assist with the inspection and maintenance coordination of high-voltage electrical systems across facilities.
- Promotes electrical safety and regulatory compliance.
- Support inspections and assessments to ensure electrical installations and equipment comply with applicable engineering codes, design specifications and safety standards.
- Assist with identifying potential electrical hazards and recommending appropriate corrective measures.
- Maintain awareness of applicable electrical engineering standards, codes and industry best practices.
- Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering.
- 1–3 years of relevant electrical engineering experience; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Eligible for or actively pursuing registration as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT), where applicable.
- Basic understanding of electrical systems, equipment operation and engineering principles.
- Familiarity with reading electrical drawings, single-line diagrams and technical specifications.
- Exposure to AutoCAD or other electrical design and visualization software is considered an asset.
- Basic knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting, particularly Allen-Bradley RSLogix 5000 and ladder logic, is considered an asset.
- Understanding of electrical engineering codes, safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to interpret technical information and identify opportunities for process and equipment improvements.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with engineering, maintenance and operations teams.
- Demonstrated initiative, willingness to learn and ability to take direction from experienced engineering professionals.
- Willingness to travel to various Triple M facilities as required.
- Ability to occasionally lift and move objects or samples weighing approximately 25 lbs.
What We Offer
- Competitive annual base wage
- Short Term Incentive Plan (STIP) - Annual Bonus
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan, including a 4% employer match
- Paid Benefits - Health, Vision, Dental
- Life Insurance, LTD, AD&D
- Employees Referral Program
- Training opportunities
- Professional growth and advancement!
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More about this job
Responsibilities
Support electrical system improvements, equipment reliability, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and failure investigations across company facilities. Assist with engineering project coordination, technical documentation, equipment sourcing, commissioning, and compliance with electrical safety standards and codes.
Requirements
Requires an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering and 1–3 years of relevant experience, although recent graduates are encouraged to apply; EIT eligibility or active pursuit is expected where applicable. Candidates should have foundational electrical engineering knowledge, strong analytical and communication skills, and ideally exposure to PLCs, RSLogix 5000, ladder logic, and AutoCAD, with willingness to travel to facilities.
Skills
- Electrical Systems
- Equipment Reliability
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- PLC Programming
- Allen-Bradley RSLogix 5000
- Ladder Logic
- Electrical Drawings
- Single-Line Diagrams
- AutoCAD
- Preventative Maintenance
- Root Cause Analysis
- Project Coordination
- Electrical Safety
- Regulatory Compliance
- Analytical Problem-Solving
- Technical Documentation
Benefits
- Annual Bonus
- Employer Pension Match
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Employee Referral Program
- Training Opportunities
- Professional Growth and Advancement
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Categories
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Electrical Engineering
- Electrical Systems
- Equipment Reliability
- Motor Control Centres
- Motors
- PLC Programming
- Allen-Bradley RSLogix 5000
- Ladder Logic
- AutoCAD
- Electrical Drawings
- Single-Line Diagrams
- Preventative Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Root Cause Analysis
- Equipment Failure Investigation
- Continuous Improvement
- Electrical Safety
- Engineering Codes
- Regulatory Compliance
- High-Voltage Systems
- Equipment Specifications
- Spare Parts Inventory
- Feasibility Assessments
- Cost Estimates
- Cost-Benefit Analysis
- Project Commissioning
- Engineer-in-Training
- Scrap Metal Recycling