Lead Electrical Designer

ECG Engineering are leaders in the Electrical Engineering space, delivering design and project delivery services to the Mining, Utilities, Materials Handling, and Industrial sectors with extensive and proven capabilities in Australia and around the world. With offices in Perth, Brisbane, Toronto, Vancouver, Manila, Dar Es Salaam, Cape Town, and beyond, ECG have the capability to design and deliver on complex projects from early study work to commissioning and handover, drawing on the expertise of senior personnel who have worked together for over 30 years. We are looking for a Lead Electrical Designer to join our Canada team and contribute to the design of a range of mineral processing projects, providing leadership to the drafting team and working closely with engineers to deliver high quality electrical design solutions. The Role Based in Mississauga and working with an established design team, you will apply design and drafting standards across a range of complex electrical projects. There may also be occasional input on studies and reports from our Perth and Brisbane offices, as well as coordination with our engineering office in Manila. Your responsibilities will span: Applying ECG quality standards and processes across all drawings and plans Working with project engineers to create and update single line diagrams, schematics, PLC logic diagrams, switchboard panel layouts, P&IDs, and project design documents Managing the coordination of project drafting requirements and providing guidance and support to junior drafting team members Monitoring site construction activities in association with engineers to ensure adherence to design deliverables Carrying out vendor document and drawing reviews as required Supporting Factory Acceptance Testing and site visits as needed Addressing technical queries via the ECG Project Manager and ensuring feedback is communicated to the design team in sufficient detail Maintaining and controlling full project records in accordance with project requirements Providing reports as required by the ECG Project or Design Manager What You Bring Advanced knowledge of and experience with electrical drafting CAD applications, including AutoCAD (essential) and AutoCAD Electrical, Microstation, and Microstation Aecosim (preferred) Proficiency in Excel (essential) Extensive electrical design experience Experience allocating work and leading drafting teams Mineral processing plant construction experience is an advantage Ability to read and interpret drawings and technical specifications including standards, single line diagrams, and schematic diagrams Familiarity with relevant IEC and/or Australian Standards applicable to mineral processing plants Strong attention to detail with good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Ability to work cooperatively within a team environment Why join ECG? ECG offers a generous remuneration package and a workplace culture second to none. Our Mississauga office is a growing hub with real technical scope, an experienced global network to draw on, and a team worth being part of. Interested? Apply via the link below or send your resume directly to [email protected] for a confidential conversation.

Lead the drafting team in creating electrical design solutions, including single line diagrams and schematics, for mineral processing projects. Coordinate project drafting requirements and monitor site construction to ensure adherence to design deliverables.

Requires advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and extensive electrical design experience, specifically in leading drafting teams. Experience with mineral processing plant construction and familiarity with IEC or Australian Standards is highly advantageous.

• Microsoft ExcelPreferred

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• Electrical Design
• AutoCAD
• AutoCAD Electrical
• Microstation
• Microstation Aecosim
• Microsoft Excel
• Team Leadership
• Single Line Diagrams
• Schematics
• PLC Logic Diagrams
• Switchboard Panel Layouts
• P&IDs
• Vendor Document Review
• Factory Acceptance Testing
• IEC Standards
• Australian Standards

• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Construction
• Manufacturing

Minimum experience

10+ years

Apply by

Sep 17, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level

Application method

Direct apply is available