Electrical Designer

About Us

BELLATRX is a mid-market, privately held, manufacturer of packaging equipment with clients and suppliers in North America and Internationally.

At BELLATRX, our actions are guided by these 6 core values we believe have been key to our success as a global leader in the design, manufacture, distribution and service of packaging machines and complete packaging lines.

Job Summary :

Reporting to the Electrical / Automation Manager, the Electrical Designer is responsible for all aspects of electrical design from concept through to the production of detailed drawings, including the development and validation phases of machines and assemblies.

The Electrical Designer addresses all types of engineering, design, or manufacturability issues as they arise by performing root cause analysis, testing parts and assemblies, doing research, and performing studies.

The Electrical Designer is also expected to provide relevant technical support to all other departments as required.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Design & Development :

• Conceptualize and design electrical systems for new machines and production lines, considering functionality, safety, and efficiency.
• Create detailed electrical schematics and panel layouts using AutoCAD Electrical, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
• Research, evaluate, and select appropriate electrical components, including motors, sensors, wires, breakers, and fuses, optimizing performance and cost-effectiveness.

Technical Expertise & Collaboration :

• Ensure all designs adhere to relevant industry codes and regulations (e.g., CSA, UL).
• Collaborate effectively with mechanical engineers, drafters, and other stakeholders throughout the design and implementation phases.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to electrical drafters, reviewing and approving their work to maintain high standards.
• Generate accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) for all electrical components, ensuring timely procurement and project execution.

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement :

• Proactively identify and troubleshoot electrical design issues during development and production.
• Conduct thorough root cause analyses to determine the source of problems and propose effective corrective actions.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance design quality, efficiency, and standardization.
• Meticulously document problems, investigations, and solutions using Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), and other relevant technical documents.

Support & Customer Focus :

• Provide technical assistance to Sales and Applications teams, supporting the development of proposals and customer solutions.
• Collaborate with the Service department to troubleshoot field issues, assist with parts selection, and deliver exceptional technical support both remotely and onsite.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• DEC in electrical engineering, BA in Electrical Engineering preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience in electrical design (5-7 years for senior designers).
• Excellent knowledge of the following software :
• CAD : AutoCAD Electrical (mandatory)
• PDM : Autodesk Vault or similar
• MS Office suite
• Effective communication in English (both written and spoken) and a working knowledge of French.
• Knowledge of electrical design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills allowing for the identification of the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions or approaches to problems.
• Technical writing skills

What BellatRx Offers :

• Highly competitive compensation and benefits;
• on site gym, open 24 / 7;
• RRSP / DPSP matching program;
• Fun social activities;
• Free Coffee;
• Free parking.

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