Intermediate to Senior Electrical Engineer

CBCL is looking for an Intermediate to Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Electrical & Instrumentation team in Halifax, NS. Reporting to the Manager, Electrical and Instrumentation, the Electrical Engineer will work collaboratively with a team of engineers, project managers and technologists across disciplines.

In this role, you will take on a leadership role in the management, planning, and execution of electrical projects for industrial facilities, water & wastewater treatment plants, buildings, pump stations and other similar infrastructure. The variety of projects and opportunities will allow you to be part of many exciting and innovative projects, to experience rewarding challenges, and to find solutions to unique problems.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Provide electrical engineering advice and support to other disciplines and clients;
• Coordinate and manage electrical related projects;
• Design and preparation of contract documents for the following systems: medium, and low voltage power distribution, lighting, telecommunications, fire alarm, instrumentation, and control systems;
• Develop technical specifications for electrical and related systems;
• Complete electrical engineering studies;
• Prepare designs in accordance with the most recent electrical codes and standards;
• Incorporation of safety and risk analysis into designs;
• Conduct site surveys of existing conditions;
• Preparation of electrical cost estimates;
• Coordinate internally with multidisciplinary teams for a wide variety of projects;
• Assure that all work on assigned projects is timely, within budget, accurate, and in-line with corporate and/or project specific quality and safety objectives;
• Organize, plan, schedule and coordinate own work and that of team members;
• Complete construction administration tasks including field observations during construction;
• Meet and liaise with clients;
• Assist in the development of proposals and business development; and
• Provide mentorship to junior staff.

Your Capabilities and Credentials:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering;
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Canada with eligibility for registration with
• Engineers NS;
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience, 10+ years a strong asset;
• Experience working in a consulting engineering environment is preferred;
• Electrical design experience in industrial (oil and gas, manufacturing plants, or similar) and water & wastewater will be considered an asset;
• Knowledge of PLC-based control systems and instrumentation will be considered an asset;
• Familiarity working with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook;
• Exemplary interpersonal skills with team members and other disciplines;
• Detail oriented, organized, hard working, and team player attitude;
• Performs well under pressure to meet deadlines;
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills;
• Detail orientated, organized and have effective time management skills; and
• Must hold a valid driver's license and be able to travel to job sites.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive compensation package effective on your first day of employment:
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits
  • Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching contributions
  • Generous vacation allowance commensurate with experience
• Employee ownership potential
• Maternity or parental leave top up
• Health and wellness Incentive
• Membership dues reimbursement
• Education and lifelong learning subsidization
• Community volunteering incentive
• Employee Family Assistance Program

In addition to the above benefits, we offer:

• Flexible hours and locations to support work/life balance;
• Diverse team with a wide range of experience and expertise;
• Exposure to a variety of projects;
• Support to develop skills and pursue projects related to your own interests;
• Collaboration between multiple disciplines and levels of expertise;
• Mentoring opportunities to foster your personal and professional development;
• Accessible and central offices in Atlantic Canada and Ottawa;
• Access to training opportunities in areas ranging from technical development to leadership skills;

About CBCL

As an employee-owned firm, at CBCL, our people are everything. We are committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity for a workplace where everyone can thrive, and we build long-term relationships with our clients while providing them with innovative solutions.

We have earned recognition as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers and one of Canada's Best Managed Companies. Our multitalented group of professionals offer consulting in the Infrastructure, Water and Wastewater, Buildings, Industrial, and Earth and Environment sectors. We value our people, our communities, and our history and look forward to continuing our steady growth.

Along with our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint corporately, CBCL develops and implements sustainable engineering solutions that respect the current social and environmental impacts, as well as future implications of our designs.

CBCL operates from its twelve offices in Halifax and Sydney, NS; Charlottetown, PE; Saint John, Fredericton and Moncton, NB; St. John's, NL, and Ottawa, ON.

CBCL Limited strives to provide a diverse workplace that is inclusive, accessible and celebrates individuals and what makes us unique. We are proud to be an employer partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process. Please let us know by emailing [email protected]

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those applicants who are selected to interview will be contacted.