# Automation Electrical Designer (Machine Design & Robotics)
Location: Ancaster, Ontario, Canada (Onsite)
Salary Range: $75K–$90K CAD annually
Vacancy Type: Existing Position
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day Shift
As our next Automation Electrical Designer, you will support the design and development of electrical control systems for automated manufacturing equipment and assembly lines. You will create electrical schematics, BOMs, panel layouts, and technical documentation while developing your expertise in industrial automation, machine controls, robotics, and machine safety.
Your experience with electrical design software such as EPLAN, industrial controls, and hands-on troubleshooting will contribute to the successful design, build, commissioning, and installation of automation equipment.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
•Technological Leadership: Be part of a company that is a leader in its field, driving technological advancements.
•Recognition Programs: Programs that recognize and reward employee achievements and contributions.
•Strong Leadership: Work alongside experienced leaders and technical professionals who support continued development.
What You'll Be Doing:
•Design and develop electrical control systems for custom automation equipment.
•Create and revise electrical schematics using EPLAN or similar electrical CAD software.
•Generate bills of materials (BOMs), wire lists, panel layouts, and technical documentation.
•Support machine safety risk assessments and implementation of safeguarding devices.
•Participate in equipment build, commissioning, startup, and installation activities.
•Troubleshoot electrical and controls-related issues during equipment build and installation.
•Ensure designs comply with applicable Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA), CSA standards, Electrical Safety Code requirements, and company engineering standards.
•Collaborate with Mechanical Designers, Controls Engineers, Project Managers, and other technical teams.
•Perform other duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For:
•College diploma or university degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related discipline.
•1+ years of relevant electrical design experience in industrial automation, automated equipment, machine design, or a related manufacturing environment. Relevant co-op or internship experience may be considered.
•Experience with electrical drafting/design software; EPLAN experience is strongly preferred.
•Understanding of PLCs, sensors, relays, control panels, and industrial control systems.
•Exposure to robotics and automated manufacturing equipment is considered an asset.
•Knowledge of machine safety principles and applicable electrical standards is considered an asset.
•Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
How to Apply:
Apply online at Johnson Electric's career website.
What We Offer:
Johnson Electric offers talented people the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues. Johnson Electric offers competitive pay and benefits, and a culture driven by values designed to ensure that its most important asset, its people, can flourish.
