Eaton’s Electrical sector is currently seeking a Custom Order Engineer to join our team. This position is based at our Edmonton, AB facility and offers benefits from day one. 

What you’ll do:

The Custom Order Engineer is primarily responsible for providing electrical and mechanical design and documentation support for power distribution or control product lines.  This includes, but is not limited to engineering designs, collaborating with application engineers and manufacturing associates, utilization of design automation software, and producing/maintaining manufacturing documentation.

 

In this function you will:

 

Consult with plant and field sales engineers in interpreting and defining new equipment applications.Develop a variety of complex drawings and bills-of-material based upon established product designs, which provides sufficient detail to accurately convey the purchaser’s equipment application.Coordinate mechanical and electrical interfaces with other products.Advise Drafting/Design, Manufacturing, and Purchasing – when required – in interpreting information for the accurate production of equipment in accordance with the purchaser’s requirements.Manage Manufacturing and Engineering Change Notices.Demonstrate advanced computer skills with ability to learn required software (Bid Manager, AutoCAD, Design Automation and Oracle).Consult with Quality in resolving issues after the equipment is shipped, when required.Conduct special development/application projects of a complex nature.Inform cost and cycle time improvement activities.Conduct technical training guidance and seminars, as required.Analyze needs and recommend revisions to Department Policies and Procedures.Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.Registration as a Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) with the Association of Science & Engineering Technology Professionals of Alberta (ASET) or eligible for registration.Knowledge of CSA standard and CEC code.3-5 years’ experience in the application of control and switchgear assembly products up to 38kV.Proficient with AutoCAD.Legally authorized to work in Canada without company sponsorship now and in the future.No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. 

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Engineering experience within the electrical industry.Experience with Lean management and continuous improvement techniques.Knowledge of power distribution products (LV and MV Switchgear, Panelboards and Switchboards, Motor Control Centers, etc.)Proficient with the French language.Project Management experience.

 

What makes you successful in this role? You are successful in this role because you are self-motivated, energetic, and thrive in fast-paced environments while working collaboratively and following direction. You bring strong organizational, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills, complemented by proficiency in MS Office and AutoCAD. Your ability to communicate effectively—both verbally and in writing—along with strong presentation and customer service skills ensures clear technical communication with customers and manufacturing teams. Additionally, you possess solid knowledge of design standards and excel at delivering accurate, high-quality work through strong computer and analytical capabilities.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $69000 - $87000 a year. You are also eligible for overtime compensation. 

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

 

This posting is for an existing vacancy.  

 

At Eaton we leverage artificial intelligence to recommend jobs to you that match the skills and experience required for the open role. Our Talent Acquisition teams also uses AI to identify applicants whose skills are a match for the job.  Hiring decisions are made by Eaton leaders through a structured interview process and not AI.

 

Eaton has in place accessibility policies for accommodating employees with disabilities. If you are selected for an interview and require accommodations, please let the recruiter or hiring manager know so that we can work to make reasonable adjustments that best suit your needs. Accessibility information may be found at: http://www.eatoncanada.ca/EatonCA/OurCompany/Accessibility/index.htm

 

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

 

We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click Benefits at Eaton Canada / Avantages sociaux chez Eaton Canada for more detail. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

 

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