Electrical Designer (Contract) – Power Systems

Brampton, ON
Hybrid
Posted Oct 16, 2026
1 position

$69,520–$86,901 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English

Job summary

The Electrical Designer will design, engineer, and draft electrical systems for generator sets, including control and protection schemes. They will also perform factory acceptance testing, troubleshoot system issues, and provide technical support to internal teams.

Job details

Toromont Cat is looking for an Electrical Designer – Power Systems to join our team in Orenda! Contractual position: January 04, 2027 to December 31, 2027 Pay Type Full Time, Permanent Compensation $69,520 - $86,901 The listed base salary is just one component of our total rewards package, and performance-based or discretionary bonuses may be available. As an Electrical Designer – Power Systems, YOU will experience: * Working within one of the safest organizations in the industry where your safety and well-being are our most important priority * Working for the best in class equipment dealer and with the premium Caterpillar brand * Opportunities to continuously Learn, Grow and Develop with our Toromont team through our internal Training teams that are geared for your success * Competitive total rewards including: wages, benefits, and premiums (as eligible) * An opportunity for flexible work schedules and opportunities across multiple locations across Eastern Canada In a typical day, YOU will: * Design, engineer, and draft electrical systems for generator sets and related auxiliary equipment in accordance with applicable specifications, standards, and customer requirements. * Develop control and protection schemes for generator systems. * Design and configure synchronization and load management systems that control, monitor, and display generator set performance. * Perform factory acceptance testing (FAT) and support commissioning activities at customer sites. * Troubleshoot and diagnose system issues, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions. * Provide technical support to internal teams, including Sales, Production, and After-Sales Service, to resolve application, testing, commissioning, and start-up issues related to control panels and switchgear systems. * Prepare and maintain all required technical documentation, reports, and project records. * Participate in customer site interventions and field service activities as required. * Ensure compliance with company, industry, and safety standards throughout all project phases. Must-haves for this role: * College or university degree in electrical engineering with minimum 5 years’ experience. * Member of the PEO or PEO eligible. * Excellent communication skills. * Excellent Team player. * Dynamic and leadership skills in a multidisciplinary environment. * Design experience with AutoCAD Electrical. * Familiarity with programs, sequence of operation and test procedures related to the use of PLC and HMI (Rockwell and Schneider). About Toromont Cat Power Systems Toromont Cat Power Systems is an industry leader in the supply and integration of backup and prime power generation systems, rental generators, marine engines and industrial engines through customized engineering and packaging. A division of Toromont Industries. The Power Systems division is dedicated to supporting our customers when it comes to power generation, power quality, marine engines, industrial engines, rental power, pumps and temperature control. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Please note that our hiring processes involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with screening, assessing, or selecting candidates; all final decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a college or university degree in electrical engineering with at least 5 years of experience. Professional Engineer (PEO) membership or eligibility is required, along with proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and PLC/HMI systems.