About the Role

As Senior Electrical Designer, you will work with the Lead Electrical Engineer to design, develop, review, and support electrical and automation systems used in rolling stock applications.

You will take ownership of key electrical design deliverables and system integration activities throughout the project lifecycle. You will collaborate closely with Electrical Engineers, Designers, Manufacturing personnel, Installation teams, suppliers, and Test & Commissioning staff to deliver systems that are safe, reliable, maintainable, and compliant.

This role is well suited to someone who combines strong technical expertise with a practical, solutions-oriented mindset. You will work in a multidisciplinary and safety-critical environment where sound technical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to resolve complex issues are essential.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, interconnection drawings, bills of materials, and control system documentation for railway projects.
• Design electrical control panels, layouts, and system architectures that meet project, operational, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Select electrical components and devices based on technical specifications, environmental conditions, system requirements, and applicable standards.
• Integrate power distribution, control, communication, and auxiliary systems across rolling stock applications.
• Develop, modify, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC programs and integrate PLCs with sensors, actuators, motor drives, HMI/SCADA systems, and intelligent field devices.
• Implement industrial communication networks and connected automation solutions that support monitoring, diagnostics, data collection, and predictive maintenance.
• Lead or support electrical testing, validation, commissioning, and start-up activities to confirm system performance and compliance.
• Diagnose electrical and control system issues, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate, controlled as-built documentation and ensure that approved design modifications are fully reflected in project records.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Production, Installation, Commissioning, suppliers, subcontractors, and customers to support safe and successful project delivery.

Compliance & Collaboration

• Ensure engineering deliverables comply with applicable standards and quality requirements.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and certification-related documentation.
• Collaborate with project managers, designers, production teams, suppliers, and clients.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and engineering best practices.

What We’re Looking For

Education

• Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 5+ years of experience in electrical installation, testing, industrial maintenance, electrical design, or automation systems.
• Strong ability to interpret and produce electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, interconnection drawings, and technical documentation.
• Experience working with low-voltage and medium-voltage electrical systems.
• Experience with PLC platforms such as Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Omron, or Phoenix Contact.
• Practical experience using electrical testing instruments, including multimeters, megohmmeters, and oscilloscopes.
• Knowledge of grounding, bonding, electrical safety practices, and industrial work environments.

Assets :

• Experience in the transportation, railway, manufacturing, or heavy equipment sectors.
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0, Smart Manufacturing, Industrial IoT architectures, and cloud-connected automation solutions.
• Knowledge of industrial communication technologies, including MQTT, OPC UA, and REST APIs.
• Experience developing remote diagnostic or predictive maintenance solutions.
• Experience with HMI/SCADA systems, motor drives, intelligent field devices, and industrial communication networks.

How You Work

• You are organized and detail-oriented, and you maintain control of multiple priorities and project deliverables.
• You take initiative, work independently, and apply sound technical judgment when resolving issues.
• You communicate clearly and collaborate effectively with technical, operational, and external stakeholders.
• You approach complex electrical and automation problems with a practical and solutions-oriented mindset.
• You maintain a strong safety and quality focus in office, manufacturing, field, and customer environments.
• You adapt effectively to changing project requirements and remain professional under pressure.

Working Conditions

• Full-time position (40 hours per week).
• Monday to Friday schedule.
• On-site presence required at the CRWS Montréal office.
• Occasional site visits to client facilities and manufacturing locations.
• Limited travel may be required depending on project needs.
• Flexibility may be required during critical project phases.

Compensation & Benefits

• Group insurance and health benefits plan.
• RRSP or retirement savings plan, subject to eligibility.
• Paid vacation and 10 personal days.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements following probation.
• Opportunity to work on impactful rail projects across North America.

Why Join CRWS ?

• Work on complex rolling stock and transportation projects.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers and technical specialists.
• Gain exposure to multidisciplinary system integration.
• Grow your expertise in a dynamic rail industry environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CRWS is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.