Senior Hardware Application Design

Description and Requirements

Job Title: Senior Hardware Application DesignLocation: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per weekWork Environment: Hybrid / Office EnvironmentJob Type: Contract (1 year)Pay Rate: $50-$58 per hourTravel: Occasional travel to vendor sites, training sessions, conferences, or project locations as required
Overview
Our client, a global leader in the transportation and rail technology industry, is seeking a Hardware Application Design – Intermediate Designer to support the Site Infrastructure Design (SID) Hardware team.
This role focuses on supporting hardware application design drafting, technical documentation, and infrastructure-related engineering activities for complex transportation systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of electrical systems, CAD design tools, and hardware documentation processes, along with the ability to collaborate effectively within a technical engineering environment.
Responsibilities

• Support the development and modification of hardware application designs and technical documentation
• Interpret and document system requirements while selecting appropriate design approaches for hardware applications
• Prepare and maintain hardware CAD drawings for primarily electrical and some mechanical designs
• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and quality of all design documentation and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Contribute to resolving hardware-related issues both internally and at project sites
• Support installation activities and field testing to ensure successful technical implementation
• Participate in process improvement initiatives related to hardware applications and design workflows
• Maximize re-use of existing product designs and contribute to development strategies for standardization
• Conduct research and review source documentation to support design activities and technical decisions
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional engineering teams while maintaining professionalism and accountability
• Clearly articulate technical questions and design concerns for review by leadership and engineering teams
• Maintain strong working relationships with team members, stakeholders, vendors, and customers
• Demonstrate professionalism and effective communication in both written and verbal interactions

Qualifications

• Post-secondary Technologist Diploma OR Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering
• 3–5 years of related work experience in hardware application design or electrical drafting
• Strong understanding of:
• Electrical theory and systems
• Hardware application design
• CAD drafting principles

Proficiency with:

• MicroStation
• AutoCAD
• SAP (Bills of Materials)
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Configuration Management tools
• ClearQuest or change control systems

Strong problem-solving and logical reasoning skillsAbility to work independently and collaboratively within a team environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skills in EnglishPreferred Qualifications

• Experience working within transportation, rail, infrastructure, or industrial engineering environments
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver work within project timelines
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Demonstrated professionalism and ability to work effectively with internal teams and customers at all levels

Additional Information

• Hybrid work environment based in Toronto
• Opportunity to work on large-scale infrastructure and transportation-related projects
• Collaborative engineering environment with exposure to advanced hardware and infrastructure systems