Electrical Engineer
- Montreal, QC, Canada
Full-time
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- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- Years of experience: Between 5 and 10 years in a similar role.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway.
Context
As part of the Rolling Stock Division, the Electrical Engineer will be involved in a variety of projects on passenger railcars and locomotives. He/she will work on the creation and presentation of electrical schematics. He or she will provide design instructions, wiring diagrams and equipment selection. It will also define installation and testing procedures. The position requires the development of electrical sub-assemblies such as distribution and control panels, transformers, etc. The electrical engineer will lead or work with the design team to generate conceptual studies and shop drawings.
Missions/Main Duties
Education: Bachelor of Electrical Engineering and member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ).
Years of experience: Between 5 and 10 years in a similar role.
Technical Competencies
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.
Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.
Workplace Type
Context
As part of the Rolling Stock Division, the Electrical Engineer will be involved in a variety of projects on passenger railcars and locomotives. He/she will work on the creation and presentation of electrical schematics. He or she will provide design instructions, wiring diagrams and equipment selection. It will also define installation and testing procedures. The position requires the development of electrical sub-assemblies such as distribution and control panels, transformers, etc. The electrical engineer will lead or work with the design team to generate conceptual studies and shop drawings.
Missions/Main Duties
- Develop electrical schematics for rail vehicles;
- Provide design instructions for schematics, design, wire specification, routing and load table;
- Perform design analysis and calculations, and generate technical reports;
- Select hardware and other components;
- Develop installation and testing procedures;
- Occasionally follow up on site or in manufacturing and installation shops for electrical components and systems;
- Participate in the formal problem-solving process;
- Monitor the activities of designers, engineers and trainees, and report to the team and/or project manager.
Education: Bachelor of Electrical Engineering and member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ).
Years of experience: Between 5 and 10 years in a similar role.
Technical Competencies
- Experience in the rail and transport sector is an asset;
- Good knowledge of electrical diagramming software: SEE Electrical, ePLAN;
- Good knowledge of electrical and transportation standards: CSA, IEEE, SAE, APTA, FMVSS and FRA;
- Clear verbal and written communication skills, both in French and in English*
- Reasons for requiring bilingualism: You will have the opportunity to work with a varied clientele, including both French- and English-speaking companies. Bilingualism is therefore fundamental to building strong relationships with our customers, understanding their specific needs, and communicating effectively in their preferred language.
- Ability to work in and mobilize a team;
- Interest in acquiring and applying new knowledge.
- Possess a valid driver's license;
- Willingness to travel occasionally.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.
Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.
Workplace Type
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Responsibilities
Develop electrical schematics, design instructions, wiring specifications, and technical analyses for passenger railcars and locomotives. Select components, define installation and testing procedures, support site and manufacturing activities, and coordinate the work of designers, engineers, and trainees.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, membership in the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec, and 5–10 years of experience in a similar role. Rail or transportation experience is an asset; knowledge of SEE Electrical or EPLAN and relevant CSA, IEEE, SAE, APTA, FMVSS, and FRA standards is expected, along with French and English communication skills, a valid driver's license, and occasional travel availability.
Skills
- Electrical Schematics
- Electrical Design
- Wiring Diagrams
- Wire Specification
- Electrical Routing
- Load Tables
- Design Analysis
- Engineering Calculations
- Technical Reporting
- Hardware Selection
- Installation Procedures
- Testing Procedures
- SEE Electrical
- EPLAN
- Rail Vehicle Electrical Systems
- Team Leadership
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Categories
- Engineering
- Transportation
- Consulting
- Manufacturing
Keywords
- Electrical Engineering
- Rolling Stock
- Passenger Railcars
- Locomotives
- Electrical Schematics
- Wiring Diagrams
- Wire Specification
- Electrical Routing
- Load Tables
- Distribution Panels
- Control Panels
- Transformers
- SEE Electrical
- EPLAN
- CSA Standards
- IEEE Standards
- SAE Standards
- APTA Standards
- FMVSS
- FRA Standards
- Design Analysis
- Engineering Calculations
- Technical Reports
- Component Selection
- Installation Procedures
- Testing Procedures
- Problem-Solving
- Manufacturing
- Rail Transportation