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Electrical Engineer - Red Deer, ABLocation: Red Deer, AB, CanadaDate Posted: Aug 21, 2023Apply NowDescriptionThe Engineer or Technologist is responsible for the development and design of the electrical and controls systems on non-destructive excavation equipment. Primary responsibilities will include the design of the electrical and controls system, preparation of manufacturing drawings, CAD modelling, work closely with manufacturing, ensure designs conform to applicable standards and regulations, and support field electrical concerns- Follow Badger best practices with a focus on Best Operator, Best Truck- Define software and electrical requirements for the vehicle electrical system to ensure compatibility and meet functional requirements- Develop and prepare engineering drawings from preliminary concepts, sketches, perform engineering calculations, specification sheets, and CAD models- Complete documentation and create drawing packages- Check and verify design drawings to conform to specifications and design data- Participate as a member of the design team during brainstorming sessions and concept work- Respond quickly to the shop floor #39;s needs in response to addressing issues that may surface during production regarding the manufacturing spec., bills of material, or routings- Support the field and fleet department in troubleshooting and other electrical concerns as required.- Provide regular status reports and create documentation to support key decisions- Participate in cross-functional, continuous improvement teams as the opportunity presents itself.- Will interface with Safety department regarding repairs and additions or changes as it relates to safety interaction for employees.- Adhere to workplace safety policies, regulations, and compliances.- Communicate any unsafe conditions or accidents/injuries in a timely manner to the supervisor and team to facilitate prompt correction or reporting.Qualifications- Engineering Degree or Diploma from an accredited University (Electrical or Mechanical Preferred)- CAD experience, including standardized drafting practices (Solidworks preferred)- 2-5 years of mobile machine electrical work experience- Experience with Codesys beneficial but not required- Experience with PDM CAD server beneficial but not required- Experience with CAN bus systems (J1939, CANopen, etc...) required- Experience with design and/or implementation of controls, especially related to vehicle controls/diagnostics/communication required- Experience or understanding of computer coding is beneficial but not required- Hands-on mechanical ability/understanding of vehicle systems- Ability to develop accurate manufacturing specs in a timely manner- Excellent planning and organizational skills- Ability to take#39;concept #39; to reality- Willingness to learn from one #39;s mistakes, take responsibility and not afraid to ask for help- Excellent verbal and written communication skills- Sound technical background (hands-on) with logical deductive reasoning approach- Conviction to improve personally and support continuous improvement in the department and company as a whole- Strong working knowledge of common software packages (MS Office, Acrobat, etc.)The salary for this position will be commensurate with education or work experience.Will be required to successfully complete pre-employment screening, which includes criminal background check, driver #39;s abstract review and drug and alcohol test. Successful candidates must provide their own safety footwear -CSA/ANSI approved, steel or composite toe, puncture resistant, min.15 cm (6 quot;) high, min. 1.2cm (½ #39;) heel)- which will be reimbursed after successfully completing 3 month of employment. Other personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, safety vests, etc.) will be provided.Badger Daylighting, and its parent company Badger Infrastructure Solutions Ltd. (TSX:BDGI), is North America #39;s largest provider of non-destructive excavating services. We work for contractors and facility owners in a broad range of infrastructure industries, including energy generation, electricity and natural gas transmission networks, roads and highways, telecommunications, water and sewage treatment and general municipal infrastructure.Our key technology is the Badger HydrovacTM, which is used primarily for safe excavation around critical infrastructure and in congested underground conditions. The Badger Hydrovac uses a pressurized water stream to liquefy the soil cover, which is then removed with a powerful vacuum system and deposited into a storage tank. Badger manufactures and designs our truck-mounted hydrovac units, giving us the opportunity to incorporate feedback from our hydrovac operators into existing and future design and manufacturing processes.Badger Daylighting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.