Intermediate Electrical Engineer

Overview

Arrow Speed Controls Limited (est. 1980) is the leading Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) Integrator in North America. With over 20,000 successful applications to date, we are a trusted partner across the heavy industries. We engineer and assemble speed control equipment for a wide range of electric motor applications. In addition to VFD's, we also do DC drives, soft starts, servo controls and PLC systems.

The Intermediate Electrical Engineer is responsible for the design and documentation of high-mix, custom industrial motor control panels including VFD panels, soft starter panels, MCC buckets, and custom control enclosures. This role focuses on producing shop-ready, buildable designs that meet customer specifications, applicable codes, and internal quality standards.

The position works closely with panel builders, purchasing, testing, and project management to support projects from order intake through Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and final as-built documentation.

Some key responsibilities include:

• Design custom motor control panels (VFD, soft starter, combination starters, bypass systems)
• Produce complete shop packages including schematics, panel layouts, terminal plans, wiring schedules, and BOMs
• Select and apply motor control components such as drives, starters, breakers, fuses, reactors, filters, and braking resistors
• Ensure compliance with CSA, UL, UL508A, NEC, CEC, and customer standards
• Provide direct engineering support to panel builders during assembly and wiring
• Support point-to-point checks and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
• Resolve build issues and incorporate redlines and as-built documentation
• Contribute to standard drawings, templates, and preferred parts lists
• Other responsibilities, as required

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or Electrical Engineering
• 5–8 years of experience in a panel shop, OEM, or systems integrator environment
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or equivalent
• Strong understanding of industrial motor control, VFDs, and soft starters
• Experience designing for high-mix, custom panel builds
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a production-driven environment

Skill Area

Junior

Mid-Level (This Role)

Senior

Electrical Schematics

Assists / edits

Independently creates complete schematics

Reviews and approves standards

Panel Layouts

BOM Development

Partial / assisted

Complete, procurement-ready BOMs

Cost-optimized sourcing

Motor Control Knowledge

Basic starters

Complex / specialty systems

Standards (UL508A)

Applies standards correctly

Interprets and sets standards

Shop Support

Limited

Direct builder support

Mentors and leads

FAT Support

Observes

Executes and supports FATs

Project Ownership

Task-based

Technical authority

• $85,000 – $110,000, dependent on experience and qualifications
• Extended health and dental benefits
• RRSP matching plan
• Education and training funding opportunities
• Social functions with team
• Paid time off for personal wellness
• Opportunities to move up with your career with Arrow

This role provides a growth path to Senior Engineer, Engineering Lead, or Product / Standardization Specialist within a high-mix, custom panel shop environment.

Arrow Speed Controls is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Arrow is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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