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Electrician
@ Innovative Group of Companies
Newmarket, Ontario
Overview
Innovative Group of Companies, through its Mecsmart Systems brand, is hiring a full-time licensed electrician in Newmarket, Ontario to build, wire and commission custom automation systems. The role involves reading electrical drawings, wiring control panels, leading project wiring work and occasional global travel. Benefits include an employer-matched RRSP and extended health, dental and vision coverage.
Responsibilities:
- Build and wire control panels from engineering drawings
- Complete system power-ups, troubleshooting and I/O testing
- Maintain as-built drawings
- Collaborate with electrical designers and project developers
- Occasional global travel
Requirements summary:
- Licensed electrician (309A preferred)
- 2-year electrical engineering technology diploma
- 2+ years as licensed electrician with project lead experience
- PLC, motor and drive knowledge
- Knowledge of the Electrical Safety Code
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · bamboohr
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-06
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: minimal |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Laboratory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · lift 50 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Licensed electrician, 309A Construction and Maintenance Electrician |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Electrical Engineering Technology |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Home office allowance |
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Innovative Group of Companies
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- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Automation Machinery Manufacturing |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 8 |
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Are you a licensed Electrician who enjoys working on complex, custom-built equipment rather than the same installation day after day? Do you take pride in delivering quality work, solving technical challenges, and seeing a machine come to life from the ground up? If so, Mecsmart wants to hear from you!
As a member of our Electrical Build team, you'll play a critical role in constructing, wiring, testing, and commissioning advanced automation systems used by manufacturers around the world. From robotic cells and assembly systems to material handling and industrial safety systems, you'll work on innovative projects that keep every day interesting.
🎥 Check out this video showcasing some of the work we do: Large Business of the Year Award Winner - Mecsmart Systems Inc.
About Mecsmart:
Located in Newmarket, Ontario, Mecsmart Systems is a world-class automation integrator specializing in custom automation solutions for the industrial, commercial, service, and assembly sectors.
Our team is passionate about engineering excellence, customer success, and continuous innovation. We collaborate across disciplines to develop smart, reliable, and cost-effective automation systems that help our customers solve real-world manufacturing challenges.
Job Opportunity:
We are seeking a full-time Licenced Electrician to lead, build, and wire electrical control panels, sub-assemblies, and automated systems using engineering packages developed by our Electrical Design team.
This role offers a balance of hands-on electrical work, technical problem-solving, project leadership, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to bring custom automation equipment from concept to reality.
Why Work Here?
At Mecsmart, we take pride in having a culture built on pride, respect, community, satisfaction, family, and safety, for all employees. Mecsmart Systems listens to, invests in, and supports employees, offering advanced skills, training, and opportunities for advancement and the future. We appreciate the hard work employees put to get the job done. We engage in fundraisers for our community (such as the annual food drive) and team building events, such as summer BBQ’s & Holiday lunches.
What We Offer:
- Work on cutting-edge automation projects across multiple industries.
- Employer Matched RRSP (Registered Retirement Savings Program)
- Extended Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paramedical, EFAP Benefits
- Healthcare Spending Account
- Employee Events
- Educational Assistance Programs
- Opportunities for Professional Growth
- Costco Membership Reimbursement
- Safety Boots and Safety Glasses Allowance
What you’ll do:
- Read and interpret electrical drawings, manuals, and specifications while ensuring compliance with applicable electrical codes
- Build custom automation systems according to project schedules and engineering requirements
- Maintain and update "as-built" drawings throughout project execution
- Wire electrical control systems and panels in accordance with current electrical codes and standards
- Complete system verification and startup activities, including:
- Full system power-ups
- Wiring and circuit troubleshooting
- Motor rotation checks
- Safety circuit testing
- I/O testing
- Switch adjustments
- Collaborate with Electrical Designers and Project Developers to review machine concepts and designs
- Research and evaluate products and technologies related to project requirements
- Manage work effectively to support project schedules, budgets, and material requirements
- Occasional travel as required globally
What you’ll need:
- Licenced electrician (309A Construction and Maintenance Electrician preferred)
- Minimum Diploma from 2-year Electrical Engineering Technician (Co-op) Program or 3-year Electrical Engineering Technology (Co-op) Program
- Minimum 2 years' experience as a Licensed Electrician, with wiring and project lead experience
- Working understanding of PLC function, wiring, motors, and drives, with basic mechanical and pneumatic fundamentals
- Strong electrical and assembly knowledge of custom automation
- Strong Knowledge of the Electrical Safety Code
- Ability to lift weights reaching 50lbs, carry weights reaching 40lbs, and push and pull weights reaching 100-150lbs
For more information, visit our website at www.mecsmart.com
If you require any accommodation during our recruitment process, please let us know.
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