Electrical Technologist

Job Title: Electrical Technologist

Location: Hamilton, ON, Canada

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Location: On-site

Schedule: 8-hour or 12-hour shifts, Monday to Friday, including day shifts

Additional Pay: Overtime

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Technologist to join our growing team in the steel manufacturing industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical design, industrial automation, PLC programming, instrumentation, and process control systems.

This role offers an opportunity to work on challenging projects involving electrical system design, control system development, troubleshooting, commissioning, and preventive maintenance. The successful candidate will contribute to improving equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and workplace safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and update electrical drawings and schematics.

• Prepare technical specifications for instrumentation and control systems.

• Develop and maintain control system schematics, PLC programs, HMI applications, and drive system configurations.

• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and control system issues.

• Inspect electrical equipment, instruments, and systems to ensure compliance with applicable safety standards and regulations.

• Develop testing, inspection, and preventive maintenance procedures for electrical equipment and systems.

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment, motor controls, safety sensors, relays, and related components.

• Perform preventive maintenance on electrical systems and industrial automation equipment.

• Support the full project lifecycle, including hardware design, PLC programming, system integration, testing, and commissioning.

• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or an Electrical Engineering Technology diploma/certification, or equivalent relevant experience.

• Minimum of 6 years of experience working with PLC-based control systems.

• Strong experience with industrial automation and process control systems.

• Experience with Allen-Bradley Logix PLCs and/or Siemens S7 programming platforms is highly desirable.

• Experience across the full project lifecycle, from control hardware design and PLC programming to testing and commissioning.

• Strong electrical troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer applications.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.

Qualifications

•Red Seal Industrial Electrician certification (442A).

• At least 5 years of experience as a Journeyman Electrician.

• Experience in steel manufacturing or other industrial production environments.

• Familiarity with industrial drives, motor controls, safety circuits, sensors, and instrumentation.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary of CAD $95,000.

• Overtime pay.

• Medical and dental coverage.

• Extended health care and vision care.

• Disability and life insurance.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Retirement savings plan with employer matching (RRSP).

• Flexible Spending Account.

• Employee incentive program.

• Casual dress.

• Company events.

• On-site parking.

Work Location Requirements

• Must be able to reliably commute to Hamilton, ON (L8L 0B2), or relocate before starting employment.

• This is an on-site position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible workplace. Applications from all qualified candidates are welcome, and accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and employment process upon request.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.