Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer
Department:
Operations
Manager:
Director of Operations
Employment Type:
Full-time
Location:
Ancaster, Hybrid
Start Date:
January 2026
Salary Range:
$95,000 - $120,000
THE ROLEPurity Gas is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to establish and own an internal electrical design capability for our nitrogen generation systems. This role carries design authority and regulatory accountability for electrical and controls systems, while also supporting hands‑on execution. Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Senior Electrical Engineer will define system architectures, standardize designs for repeatable future builds, and ensure electrical systems are robust, compliant, and scalable. The role is suited to an engineer comfortable operating at both the system‑architecture and practical‑execution levels within an engineered manufacturing environment.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Serve as the technical authority and design owner for electrical and controls systems used in engineered nitrogen generation equipment
Define and re‑architect electrical system designs to meet performance, safety, regulatory, delivery, and future scalability requirements
Produce and review full‑cycle electrical designs and drawings (schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts) and associated documentation and BOMs as required
Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes and standards (e.G. ESA, CSA, UL, NFPA, SIL) and support regulatory submissions and inspections
Establish and maintain standardized electrical architectures, templates, and design guidelines to enable repeatable builds
Transition electrical design ownership and documentation from external contractors to internal systems and processes
Collaborate with mechanical engineering, manufacturing, and project teams to define scope, interfaces, and system integration requirements
Support panel builds, troubleshooting, commissioning, and customer technical reviews as needed
Evaluate and technically direct external electrical contractors and vendors as required
Design electrical systems with a future‑forward perspective, enabling digital connectivity, diagnostics, remote monitoring, and Industry 4.0 integration
Consider scalability, modularity, and upgrade paths in electrical designs to support evolving product offerings
WHAT YOU BRING
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
6+ years of experience in electrical engineering within industrial manufacturing, automation, or capital equipment environments
Demonstrated experience acting as design authority for electrical systems, including approval and accountability for drawings and documentation
Strong working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including PLC‑based controls, instrumentation, motor control, VFDs, and safety circuits
Experience working with regulatory and inspection frameworks (ESA, CSA, UL, NFPA, etc.)
Willingness and ability to produce and modify electrical drawings as required to support delivery
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally in a manufacturing environment
P.Eng. designation or eligibility for licensure in Ontario
Experience with safety PLCs and SIL‑rated systems
Familiarity with industrial gas, process equipment, or skid‑mounted systems
Experience developing reusable electrical standards or productized system architectures
Exposure to connected systems, remote monitoring, or industrial data platforms
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive compensation package, including annual performance bonus
Paid time off
to recharge and refresh
Health & Dental coverage
— 100% employer‑paid
RRSP matching program
to help you invest in your future
Phone reimbursement plan
to keep you connected in‑house, on‑demand
Monthly team lunches
to bond and brainstorm over great food
Snacks and drinks in the office
to fuel your day
Flexible work arrangements
to support work‑life harmony
A culture of
learning, growth, and innovation
Opportunities
to shape the future of industrial manufacturing
WORK CONDITIONS
Regular full‑time hours (37.5 hours per week), 5 days per week.
The primary workplace location is the Purity Gas headquarters in Ancaster, Ontario.
Some flexibility to work from home is available, aligned with project needs, customer commitments, and operational requirements.
Intermittent travel to manufacturing partners and customer sites across Canada and the United States, aligned with project milestones and delivery needs.
While we appreciate all applications, we use automated screening tools and questions to help identify candidates who meet the core requirements for this role. All applications that meet the basic criteria are reviewed by our recruitment team, and only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Purity Gas is an equal opportunity employer and upholds hiring practices that comply with human rights legislation. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, or mental or physical disability.
We are also dedicated to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and accessible workplace. Our goal is to support the dignity and independence of every person. In alignment with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, we strive to identify, prevent, and eliminate barriers to accessibility.
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