Electrical CAD Designer

Electrical CAD Designer (Peterborough, ON)

Career Opportunity. Geo Spectrum is growing and has a new career opportunity for an Electrical Designer to join our team in Peterborough, Ontario! As the Electrical CAD Designer, you will focus on developing electrical drawings for our underwater acoustic systems. You’ll play a key role in creating detailed designs, supporting the build and test of electronic components while ensuring project success.

If you have high attention to detail, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, and have a passion for learning and growth, we want to hear from you!

• Create detailed electrical drawings for wire runs, panel layouts, rack assemblies and circuit designs
• Create and maintain BOMs
• Draft schematics that accurately represent the electrical components and connections
• Support the design, build and test of electronic components and sub-assemblies, including: wiring harnesses, electronics enclosures, racks and Printed Circuit Boards (PCB)
• Maintain and update project files and documentation
• Collaborate with project team to ensure accurate and timely completion of projects
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and company guidelines
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving design-related issues

• Diploma in Engineering Technology or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience engineering technology and design.
• Experience with electrical CAD software, including AutoCAD Electrical and Solid Works.
• Experience creating electrical assemblies and electronic racks
• Experience in reading engineering documentation, wiring schematics and BOMs.
• Practical design testing experience
• Competent with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Passionate about build and test and producing a quality product
• Good teamwork and communication skills

All candidates must be eligible to apply for and maintain Canadian Controlled Goods and Canadian Government Security Clearances.

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Work‑life balance with core hours
• Paid Time Off
• Employee‑Family Assistance Program
• Group Plan Benefits
• Virtual Healthcare
• RRSP matching
• Corporate Discounts and perks
• Career development opportunities
• Monthly social activities
• Professional Development and training
• Free on‑site parking

Geo Spectrum Technologies is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce where every employee can bring their best self to work. We encourage applicants from all qualified individuals, including underrepresented individuals who identify as African Nova Scotian, racially visible, Aboriginal persons, LGBTQIA2S+, persons with disabilities, and women. Geo Spectrum will accommodate applicants' disability‑related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

If you are a member of an equity group, we encourage you to self‑identify on either your application form, covering letter, or resume. If you require a disability‑related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at

While we sincerely thank all applicants for taking the time to apply, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.