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Lead Electrical Engineer

Danaher


Job Location:

Burnaby - Canada

Yearly Salary: CAD 75000 - 85000
Posted: 4 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 2 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciencesdiagnosticsand biotechnology

Youllthrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. Andby harnessingDanahers system of continuous improvement you help turn ideas into impact innovating at the speed of life.

Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providingnew solutionsto transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines new medicines and cell and gene therapies.

At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other our customers and their patients. Take your next step to an altogether life-changing career.

TheLead Electrical Engineerwill play a key role in the design development and continuous improvement of electrical systems for advanced industrial automation equipment including aseptic fillingworkcells.

This role reports to theEngineering Manager Aseptic Fillingand is part oftheEngineeringTeamlocatedinBurnaby BCand will be an on-site role.

What you will do:

  • Develop comprehensive electrical design documentation for industrial automation systemssuch as schematics wiring diagrams cable schedules and bills of materialsusing CAD tools (e.g. AutoCAD Electrical SolidWorks Electrical SolidWorks).

  • Design and implement electrical systems from early-stage R&D prototypes to production-ready solutions includingcomponentspecification and sizing DFMEA requirements traceability (RTM) verificationandvalidation testing andcompliance with applicable regulatory and safety standards (IEEE NEC IEC CE UL CSA).

  • Support hands-on activities related to cable assembly electricalcomponentintegration equipment installation and other development and testing tasks.

  • Create andoptimize3D layouts of electrical components within enclosures control panels and junction boxes aligning with manufacturability serviceability and safety requirements.

  • Drive continuous improvement of existing productsthroughcross-functionalcollaboration(mechanical controls manufacturingquality etc.)deliveringrobust integrated automation solutions.

Who you are:

  • Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineeringor equivalent with 37 years of relevant industry experience including development of electrical and pneumatic design documentation using platformslikeAutoCAD Electrical or SolidWorks Electrical.

  • Hands-on experience with electrical system integration from wiring and panel builds to commissioning activities.

  • Solid understanding of industrial components such as motors drives sensors and automation equipment.

  • Experience supporting cross-functional engineering projects contributing to planning prioritization risk tracking and execution of technical milestones.

  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills including application of structured engineering methodologies such asDfX DFMEA and root cause analysis with the ability to work effectively in both R&D and production environments.

It would be a plus if you alsopossess:

  • Working knowledge of electrical safety and regulatory standards (IEEE NEC IEC CE UL CSA).

  • Registration with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC) as a . EIT etc.

  • Experience with PCB/PCBA design and circuit analysis.

  • Experience with power systems and/orpower electronics.

  • Experiencewithrobotics systems or motion control (servo/stepper systems).

  • High-level familiarity with PLC-controlled automation systems and industrial controls architecture.

  • Exposure to continuous improvement methodologies or structured problem-solving frameworks (e.g. Lean DBS).

Cytivaa Danaher operating company offers a broad array of comprehensive competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whetheritsa health care program or paid time off our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits atDanaher Benefits Info.

The salary rangefor this role is$75000-$85000.This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range ofpossible compensationfor this role at the time of this posting. This range may bemodifiedin the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off medical/dental/vision insurance to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus commission benefits or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Companys sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Companys sole discretion consistent with the law.

Join our winning team today. Together well accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrows science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

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Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race color national origin religion sex age marital status disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or other characteristics protected by law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to access our website and as applicable participate in the job application or interview process to perform crucial job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at 1- or to request accommodation.


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