Our client is an established and growing company seeking an Senior Electrical Engineer to join their team. This is a DIRECT HIRE role and an excellent long-term career opportunity for a senior professional looking to step into a technical authority and mentorship position.
The Role
As the Senior Electrical Engineer, you will serve as the technical authority for complex Multi-Family Residential, Commercial, and Industrial building projects, as well as subdivision developments. You will oversee the full project lifecycle—from initial concept through construction—ensuring high-quality designs, code compliance, and practical, buildable solutions. This role offers the opportunity to provide technical direction and mentorship to a growing team of designers and EITs.
Key Responsibilities
- Technical Leadership: Act as the lead for Multi-Family Residential, Commercial, and Industrial building projects, as well as municipal land development.
- Engineering Design: Oversee power distribution, lighting layouts, fire alarm/life safety systems, and standby power (UPS/generators).
- Subdivision Design: Lead low- and medium-voltage distribution systems, streetlighting, and communications networks for large-scale land developments.
- Quality Assurance: Review and stamp drawings and specifications, ensuring all deliverables meet internal QA/QC standards and the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC).
- Project Coordination: Liaise with the City of Edmonton, EPCOR, and other authorities; coordinate with internal civil, structural, and mechanical teams.
- Mentorship: Coach junior staff, review their work, and contribute to the development of design standards.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Certification: Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registered and in good standing with APEGA.
- Industry Expertise: 5–10+ years of consulting electrical engineering experience, with strong building design expertise across the Multi-Family, Commercial, and Industrial sectors.
- Technical Knowledge: Expertise in the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), Alberta Building Code, and Municipal standards (City of Edmonton and EPCOR requirements).
- Software: Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with Revit and lighting calculation software is highly preferred.
- Mindset: A practical, construction-focused approach with the ability to lead client meetings and act as a trusted advisor.
What’s Offered
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- A leadership role in shaping and growing a regional team.
- Opportunities to work on diverse, high-impact projects across Alberta and Canada.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $100,000.00-$120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- consulting electrical engineering: 5 years (required)
- strong building design expertise: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- P. Eng. with APEGA (required)
Work Location: In person
