Senior HVAC Electrical Designer

Ice Western

$80K — $100K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master/Journeyman Electrician or Electrical Engineer with HVAC focus required.
  • Hands-on experience with industrial control panel design (UL 508A knowledge needed).
  • Understanding of HVAC systems and building management systems beneficial.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD (intermediate level or more).
  • Experience with PLC/HMI programming preferred.
  • Strong communication and leadership abilities important.
  • Proactive, results-oriented, capable of independent work.

Responsibilities

  • Design and update electrical wiring diagrams for HVAC projects.
  • Develop and manage accurate bills of materials (BOMs).
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate system designs efficiently.
  • Lead process improvements for better workflow between design and shop teams.
  • Write comprehensive sequences of operations for HVAC units.
  • Ensure compliance with Canadian and U.S. electrical codes and standards.
  • Provide technical support to production electricians.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for career advancement into a Team Lead role.
  • Work in a growing team with collaborative engineering efforts.
  • Gain exposure to various electrical systems and controls across projects.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in industrial control panel design, building automation systems, and HVAC unit controls. This role offers the potential to progress into a Team Lead position, overseeing multiple employees and projects.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and update electrical wiring diagrams to achieve project-specific HVAC sequences of operation.
  • Develop and manage bills of materials (BOMs) and ensure accuracy in designs.
  • Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineering teams to integrate system designs.
  • Lead process improvements between shop workers and designers to optimize efficiency.
  • Apply knowledge of HVAC air handlers, direct/indirect fired units, air conditioning systems (DX, chillers, evaporative), and make-up air units.
  • Write sequences of operation for HVAC units.
  • Ensure compliance with Canadian and U.S. codes and standards (CEC, NEC, NFPA70, UL 508A).
  • Provide technical support to electricians on the production floor.
  • Utilize AutoCAD at an intermediate level or higher.
  • Support projects with PLCs, HMIs, and operator interface controllers (Allen Bradley, Distech, Schneider).
  • Apply critical thinking to analyze designs, resolve challenges, and propose solutions.

Qualifications
  • HVAC equipment unit experience is an Asset.
  • Professional background as a Master/Journeyman Electrician or Electrical Engineer with HVAC specialization.
  • Hands-on experience designing industrial control panels (UL 508A knowledge required).
  • Strong understanding of building management systems (BMS/BAS) - asset.
  • Familiarity with electrical power, controls, pneumatics, and operational processes.
  • Programming exposure with PLC/HMI systems preferred.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD (intermediate or higher).
  • Strong leadership and communication skills; proven ability to work independently and in teams.
  • Highly motivated, results-driven, and capable of taking initiative

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