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This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for an Intermediate or Senior Buildings Electrical Engineer in Canada.
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the design and delivery of complex building projects with a strong focus on electrical systems performance, safety, and sustainability. You will be involved in shaping electrical infrastructure for commercial, institutional, and healthcare facilities, working within a multidisciplinary engineering environment. The position combines technical design, project coordination, and client engagement responsibilities across a wide range of building projects. You will participate in all project phases, from concept design and documentation to construction administration and commissioning. The role also includes exposure to energy efficiency studies and innovative building technologies. This is a highly collaborative position where your expertise directly supports the development of safe, efficient, and future-ready built environments.
Accountabilities:
- Design and develop electrical systems for buildings, including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and communication systems.
- Prepare contract documents, technical drawings, and specifications in compliance with project and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in building condition assessments, energy efficiency studies, and renewable energy initiatives.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary design activities and provide guidance to internal design support teams.
- Manage project deliverables, schedules, and budgets to ensure quality, accuracy, and timely completion.
- Support construction administration, including field reviews, site inspections, and contractor coordination.
- Contribute to proposals, RFP responses, and technical bid evaluations in collaboration with project teams.
- Assist in commissioning activities, system start-up, and technical review of vendor documentation.
- Engage with clients and stakeholders to ensure alignment with project objectives and expectations.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and registration (or eligibility for registration) as a Professional Engineer in Canada.
- 8+ years of experience in electrical design for commercial, institutional, or healthcare building projects.
- Strong knowledge of building electrical systems, codes, standards, and best practices.
- Proficiency with design tools such as AutoCAD and Revit.
- Experience with lighting simulation tools such as AGi32; familiarity with ElumTools is an asset.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across disciplines and stakeholders.
- Project management experience, including budget, schedule, and deliverable oversight.
- Ability to prepare technical documentation, proposals, and construction-related deliverables.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites within Ontario and surrounding regions.
- Additional certifications (e.g., PMP, LEED AP, RCDD) considered an asset.
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation package with comprehensive health and dental coverage.
- Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions.
- Generous vacation allowance and paid leave programs.
- Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and occasional remote work options.
- Health spending account and wellness incentives.
- Professional development support, including training, education funding, and mentorship opportunities.
- Employee assistance program and mental health support resources.
- Public transit subsidies and volunteer incentives.
- Inclusive, collaborative work environment focused on sustainability and innovation.
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