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IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!
 

Job Description

Electrical Engineer

Glass Fiber Operations

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive salary

• Competitive health and benefit plan

• Competitive matched retirement savings program

• The opportunity to join a continuously growing organization with focus on Diversity and Inclusion

• The opportunity to work with an industry leader in manufacturing

WHEN YOU JOIN US YOU WILL BE;

• Promoting and maintaining IKO safety goals and ensure a safe work environment for all employees. Leads safety and housekeeping efforts and corrective actions within department, assigned projects, and areas with goal of zero incidents. Exemplifies safety in all actions and leads by example.

• Designing electrical systems, including power distribution, control panels, wiring, and instrumentation, to support processes.

• Designing, developing, and fine tune PID Control algorithms for complex electrical systems.

• Creating electrical schematics, diagrams, and layouts using computer-aided design (CAD) software.

• Specifying components, material, and equipment required for electrical systems.

• Integrating electrical systems with manufacturing equipment and machinery.

• Collaborating with mechanical engineers and technicians to ensure seamless integration of electrical and mechanical components.

• Ensuring equipment meets safety and regulatory standards.

• Developing and implement automation solutions, such as programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, to improve manufacturing efficiency and productivity.

• Programing and troubleshoot control systems for automated processes.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE;

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal and presentation), with the ability to effectively work with others in a team environment.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to develop and manage a budgetary control process for areas of responsibility.

• Analytical, data-driven problem solving and action planning skills.

• Ability to make independent and well thought out decisions.

• Organized, self-starter, results oriented, unique problem solver.

• Knowledge of industry standards, electrical codes, regulations, and safety protocols

• Proficiency in CAD software, engineering analysis tools, and simulation software.

• Proficiency in electrical design software, PLC programming, and SCADA systems.

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and at least six (6) years' experience in a manufacturing facility.

Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.