Electrical Design Technologist

AWC Solutions

. Lead development and drafting of full electrical and I&C project document packages .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeLangley • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$67,625 - CA$89,093 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical design and drafting, particularly with AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical, while ensuring compliance with industry standards and codes. Capable of managing multiple projects and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality engineering documentation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical Design ExperienceAutoCAD Electrical ProficiencyKnowledge of Electrical Codes and StandardsProject Management SkillsStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Electrical DesignAutoCADAutoCAD ElectricalSingle Line DiagramsCable SchedulesElectrical SchematicsControl Panel LayoutsWiring DiagramsInstrumentation Loop DiagramsDocument Management

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationSelf-MotivatedContinuous Improvement Mindset

Certifications & Qualifications

Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Industry Keywords

Industrial EquipmentPackaged SystemsQuality Management SystemFactory Acceptance TestingCECNECIEC Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development and drafting of full electrical and I&C project document packages
Create and update engineering drawings using AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical
Coordinate drawings across electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and process disciplines
Prepare control panel layouts and wiring diagrams
Generate bills of materials, drawing schedules, and materials lists
Assist with factory acceptance testing of electrical control panels
Develop and maintain drawing libraries, file structures, naming conventions, version control, and document management practices
Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with codes and standards
Develop and improve drawing templates and standards
Contribute to AWC’s Quality Management System through design reviews and process improvement initiatives
Act as electrical design lead and support engineering and fabrication teams throughout the project lifecycle
Collaborate with fabrication, sales, engineering, vendors, owners, and owners’ engineers
Support sales with proposals, cost estimates, and technical materials
Stay current with industry best practices and technologies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Diploma or degree from a technical institution with relevant CAD or electrical engineering coursework
5+ years of experience in electrical design of industrial equipment and packaged systems
Strong hands-on experience with single line diagrams, cable schedules, electrical schematics, interface drawings, site layouts, panel drawings and schedules, conduit layouts, and instrumentation loop diagrams
3+ years working with AutoCAD Electrical drafting software
Familiarity with applicable electrical codes and standards, including CEC, NEC, and applicable IEC standards
Ability to manage multiple drawing packages simultaneously, prioritize tasks independently, and meet project deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Base salary
Bonus plan
Extended health benefits
Group RRSP program
Employee recognition program
Regular team events
Complimentary snacks and refreshments
Professional development opportunities
Support for further education
Fitness and wellness program subsidies