Lead Electrical Engineer

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TheLead Electrical Engineerwill play a key role in the design, development, and continuous improvement of electrical systems for advanced industrial automation equipment, including aseptic fillingworkcells.

This role reports to theEngineering Manager, Aseptic Fillingand is part oftheEngineeringTeamlocatedinBurnaby, BCand will be an on-site role.

What you will do:

Develop comprehensive electrical design documentation for industrial automation systems—such as schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, and bills of materials—using CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, SolidWorks).

Design and implement electrical systems from early-stage R&D prototypes to production-ready solutions, includingcomponentspecification and sizing, DFMEA, requirements traceability (RTM), verificationandvalidation testing, andcompliance with applicable regulatory and safety standards (IEEE, NEC, IEC, CE, UL, CSA).

Support hands-on activities related to cable assembly, electricalcomponentintegration, equipment installation, and other development and testing tasks.

Create andoptimize3D layouts of electrical components within enclosures, control panels, and junction boxes, aligning with manufacturability, serviceability, and safety requirements.

Drive continuous improvement of existing productsthroughcross-functionalcollaboration(mechanical, controls, manufacturing,quality, etc.),deliveringrobust, integrated automation solutions.

Who you are:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineeringor equivalent, with 3–7 years of relevant industry experience, including development of electrical and pneumatic design documentation using platformslikeAutoCAD Electrical or SolidWorks Electrical.

Hands-on experience with electrical system integration, from wiring and panel builds to commissioning activities.

Solid understanding of industrial components such as motors, drives, sensors, and automation equipment.

Experience supporting cross-functional engineering projects, contributing to planning, prioritization, risk tracking, and execution of technical milestones.

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, including application of structured engineering methodologies such asDfX, DFMEA, and root cause analysis, with the ability to work effectively in both R&D and production environments.

It would be a plus if you alsopossess:

Working knowledge of electrical safety and regulatory standards (IEEE, NEC, IEC, CE, UL, CSA).

Registration with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC) as a P.Eng., EIT, etc.

Experience with PCB/PCBA design and circuit analysis.

Experience with power systems and/orpower electronics.

Experiencewithrobotics systems or motion control (servo/stepper systems).

High-level familiarity with PLC-controlled automation systems and industrial controls architecture.

Exposure to continuous improvement methodologies or structured problem-solving frameworks (e.g., Lean, DBS).

Cytiva,a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whetherit’sa health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits atDanaher Benefits Info.

The salary rangefor this role is$75,000 -$85,000.This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range ofpossible compensationfor this role at the time of this posting. This range may bemodifiedin the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

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