Continual Energy Inc.
Continual Energy Inc. and its subsidiary ARKHEAT are revolutionizing electrified heating systems, providing future-proof, modular heating and cooling systems for commercial and industrial buildings, data centers, decarbonization applications, and more. The qualified candidate will join our talented team of nearly 100 employees working to implement award-winning energy savings projects for our valued clients.
We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Electrical Engineer to join our team in Toronto, Ontario, supporting the design and manufacturing of HVAC OEM equipment. In this role, you’ll play a key part in developing electrical designs for our OEM HVAC products, ensuring they meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards.
Using tools such as AutoCAD, Visio, and other industry-standard software, you’ll work closely with our engineering and production teams to support the full product lifecycle—from concept to manufacturing. A strong understanding of HVAC systems, variable frequency drives, control panels, motor controls, wiring schematics, and electrical codes (such as CSA and UL standards) is essential.
Responsibilities
• Support and oversee the engineering of low-voltage and motor control panels (MCPs),
• Support the senior procurement manager in the completion of MCP designs.
• Perform FLA calculations, breaker, and conduit sizing.
• Analyze and verify through test the harmonic distortion of motors and drives,
• Analyze and verify through testing the thermal performance of control panels and components,
• Modifications/ Redline of MCP drawings.
• Provide support with wiring practices/ installation in the shop.
• Make design adjustments to improve the product, quality, and operation of the equipment.
• Conduct product testing and quality assurance
• Manage the design timelines as required
Skills Required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Access, etc.)
• MS Visio experience
• AutoCAD experience
• Visual Basic for Applications experience
• Understanding of electrical principles and wiring
Qualifications and Education Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, engineering or related field
• Understanding of National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Understanding of Motor control, FLA calculations for motors and harmonics as they relate to VFDs,
• Minimum of 3 years of experience designing electrical conduit and wiring
• 5+ years of experience in an HVAC, sheet metal, or related manufacturing environment.
Preferred Experience:
• Experience with compressors, fans and pumps,
• Experience with control system design and PLCs,
• Power electronics relating to high horsepower variable speed drives and three-phase power (up to 500 HP).
• SolidWorks
Technical Knowledge:
• Familiarity with HVAC systems and components.
• Ontario Building Code.
• Canadian Electrical Code.
• Ontario Electrical Safety Code 24th Edition.
• Experience working with systems 1000Volts and less.
• Hands-on experience in an industrial setting, working with electrical, PLC controls, equipment installation, wiring, commissioning and maintenance.
• PLC and HMI programming, troubleshooting and maintaining backup programming and parameters will be considered an asset.
• Detail-oriented with excellent verbal and reporting skills.
• Electrical, controls, and PLC experience.
Leadership and Interpersonal Skills:
- Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Excellent communication skills for staff, management, and external partners.
- Team environment: team direction, training/coaching, motivation, flexible to multiple tests
Analytical and Organizational Skills:
- Well-organized and capable of managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and achieving operational excellence.
Physical Demands:
- Regularly required to stand, walk, and move about the production floor.
- Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Exposure to a manufacturing environment, including noise and temperature fluctuations.
Compensation:
- Salary ranges from up to $115,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Three (3) weeks of vacation.
- Ten (10) paid days off (sick days).
- Comprehensive health benefits package after a ninety (90) day probationary period.
- A retirement savings plan is available after 2 years of continuous full-time employment.
- Potential for bonus pay.
- Potential for training and educational tuition reimbursement.
Schedule:
- The typical work week is Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
- On-site attendance in the GTA office and factory is required.
- Occasional overtime or after-hours/weekend work is required.
Other:
- Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada
- Applicants must be capable of completing an RCMP, and police background check and references if required
- Applicants must have an active full driver’s license from a Canadian province for a minimum of three (3) years.
- Not afraid to get your hands dirty.
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