Hardware Designer
Powerhouse Controls Ltd
hybrid
Cambridge, ON, Canada .
full-time . September 25, 2025
Hardware Designer
Location: Cambridge, Canada
Type: Full-Time
Who We Are
Since 1992,
Powerhouse Controls has been on a mission to be recognized as a world-class, single-source drive and automation systems integration supplier.
We bring exceptional technical and engineering experience to the table, but what really sets us apart is an unsurpassed level of passion and commitment. We listen, question, collaborate, analyze and assess until we’re completely convinced that our recommendation is the best solution possible.
Powerhouse Controls is on the hunt for individuals who embody the spirit of innovation, collaboration, and integrity. We're not just seeking employees; we're searching for trailblazers who share our passion for shaping the future of control systems and automation. If you're fueled by the fire of creativity, if you're driven by a desire to collaborate with a diverse community of experts, and if your commitment to ethical excellence is unwavering, then you're exactly who we're looking for.
Position Overview
This challenging opportunity is to be an integral part of our engineering team. The Hardware
Designer will assist with the preparation of the detailed electrical schematics, bills of materials, panel layouts, in addition to mentoring junior members of the engineering team. The hardware designer will also be involved in the development of EPLAN/AutoCAD electrical drawing standards and tools. The Hardware Designer will be responsible for all aspects of hardware design from site kick-off to panel shop interfacing and finally customer acceptance. You will be able see your designs come to life with our in house panel shop electrical hardware systems, circuits, and components.
Why Join Us?
You will be joining an amazing team with an awesome culture! Below are more perks to joining us!
- Health/Dental Benefits
- Increased Vacation
- Profit Sharing
- Birthdays off with pay
- Flexible work hours
- Fitness incentive
- Career development
- Social and Team building events
- Charitable donation matching
- RRSP/401K Matching
- AAA/CAA Basic membership coverage
What You’ll Do
- Responsible for assisting in the creation of detailed schematics, bill of materials, and panel layout drawings, in accordance with design data and established drafting standards.
- Responsible for creating single line power and network drawings
- Responsible for hardware design of industrial control panels in accordance with UL and CSA standards
- Responsible for Site Kick off, site investigation, overseeing and supporting panel build and installation support.
- Complete drawing/project responsibility within scope, budget and schedule.
- Develop, update and enforce drawing standards and customized tools.
Note: The key accountabilities are not an exhaustive list and other duties may be assigned as needed.
What You Bring
- Degree/diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Control Systems, Robotics & Automation or similar programs
- Minimum 5-7 years experience working as an Electrical designer.
- Ability to travel up to 10% - 15% of the time.
- Experienced using EPLAN P8, AutoCAD Electrical, AutoCAD 2D.
- Experience with automation and/or drive systems.
- Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously with a team of professionals
- Works well with a variety of different people from diverse backgrounds
- Solid time management skills
- Outstanding communication skills, both oral and written
- Motivated and passionate about working with people and overcoming challenges through collaboration
Opportunity Awaits
If you’re ready for Empowering industry through practical innovation and take on a pivotal role in a company that’s redefining industrial automation, we want to hear from you. Together, we can build a future were innovation and excellence drive success. Apply Today!
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Powerhouse Controls is committed to providing a barrier-free interview process and accommodating applicants’ needs in accordance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the process, please contact our recruitment team.
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