Electrical Technician at Smarter Alloys — NeverHard
Electrical Technician at Smarter Alloys in Cambridge, Waterloo region. Skills: CSA Standards, Component Selection, Control panels, ESA Requirements, Electrical Schematics. Apply on NeverHard.
Company
Smarter Alloys
Location
Cambridge, Waterloo region
Type
full_time
Required skills:
CSA Standards
Component Selection
Control panels
ESA Requirements
Electrical Schematics
Engineering Collaboration
Troubleshooting
electrical wiring
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary:
Electrical Technician
Smarter Alloys | Cambridge, ON
Full-time, fixed-term contract (3-6 months)
Not your typical panel shop
At Smarter Alloys, you wont be building the same control panel over and over. We develop advanced devices ranging from precision medical components to large-scale clean energy systems. The equipment varies, the designs evolve quickly, and many of the systems we build do not have an off-the-shelf solution.
Were looking for an Electrical Technician to support the assembly, wiring, modification, and testing of electrical control panels and equipment. Youll work from electrical drawings and schematics, collaborate closely with our engineering team, and help ensure our systems are built in accordance with applicable CSA and ESA requirements.
One week you may be assembling a new control panel from the ground up, and the next you may be modifying existing equipment, troubleshooting wiring, or helping select components for a new design.
If you enjoy hands-on electrical work, solving practical problems, and working on a wide variety of equipment, this is that kind of role.
What Youll Do
Build and wire electrical control panels, machinery, and equipment from electrical drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and bill of materials
Install and wire components such as breakers, contactors, relays, power supplies, terminal blocks, disconnects, sensors, and motor-control equipment
Modify existing panels and equipment to meet design requirements and applicable CSA C22.2 and ESA standards
Route, terminate, label, and organize panel wiring
Select appropriate wire types, conductor sizes, terminals, connectors, and electrical components
Inspect and test completed wiring for continuity, workmanship, and compliance with drawings
Troubleshoot electrical panels and equipment during assembly and commissioning
Mark up drawings and communicate design changes or discrepancies to the engineering team
Support component selection, supplier communication, quotations, purchasing, and material receiving
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area
What Were Looking For
Diploma or certificate in an Electrical Technician, Electrical Engineering Technician/Technologist, Electromechanical Technician, Industrial Automation, Electrical Assembly, or similar program
Previous experience building and wiring electrical control panels
Strong ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts
Understanding of conductor sizes, wire types, termination methods, and electrical component ratings
Familiarity with applicable ESA requirements and CSA electrical standards
Experience using electrical assembly tools, crimpers, ferrules, terminals, and test equipment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship
Good communicator who works well with engineers, technicians, and suppliers
Able to work independently and identify issues before they become problems
Strong safety habits and an organized approach to work
Nice to Haves
Experience with industrial control panels, motor-control panels, or custom equipment
Familiarity with CSA C22.2 No.286, SPE-1000, or industrial control panel certification requirements
Experience wiring PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, motors, sensors, and instrumentation
Experience troubleshooting three-phase industrial electrical systems
Familiarity with 600 V, 480 V, 240 V, and 120 V equipment
Experience working in a prototype or high-mix, low-volume environment
Electrical drafting or drawing-markup experience
Experience supporting panel inspections, field evaluations, or ESA approval processes
Why Smarter Alloys
Interesting work - youll build electrical systems for advanced medical, industrial, and clean energy technologies
Variety - new panel builds, equipment modifications, troubleshooting, and commissioning support
Ownership - small team, meaningful responsibility; your ideas and workmanship directly affect the finished system
Collaboration - work closely with engineers and technicians to turn designs into functional equipment
Impact - help bring innovative technologies from prototype development to full-scale operation
About Us
Smarter Alloys is a Cambridge, Ontario-based company at the forefront of the shape memory alloy industry. We develop and manufacture advanced material components and systems for medical, dental, automotive, consumer, and energy applications. Were small, fast-moving, and technically ambitious.
Were committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, individuals identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with disabilities.