Come Build Your Career at Aecon!
As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.
At Aecon, you can count on:
- Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
- Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
- Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
- Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.
We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!
At Aecon we:
- Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
- Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
- Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
- Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.
Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!
What is the Opportunity?
Aecon is a market leader with a self-perform competitive advantage and strong local expertise in key infrastructure sectors across Canada. We are proud to support some of the country’s most complex and transformative projects, helping to build sustainable infrastructure for future generations.
We are currently seeking an Electrical Lead to support a major hydro infrastructure project in New Brunswick. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership and oversight for all electrical engineering activities related to the project, ensuring designs, systems, and installations are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements, quality standards, budget, and schedule.
What You’ll Do Here:
- Lead and coordinate all electrical engineering and design activities for the project.
- Review and oversee electrical designs, drawings, calculations, specifications, and technical documentation prepared by internal teams and external consultants.
- Ensure electrical systems are designed and executed in accordance with applicable codes, standards, client requirements, and project specifications.
- Support the development and implementation of engineering execution plans and technical strategies.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, mechanical, construction, commissioning, procurement, and project controls.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, designers, and technical staff.
- Participate in design reviews, constructability reviews, risk assessments, and technical workshops.
- Support procurement activities related to electrical equipment and subcontractors, including technical bid evaluations and vendor reviews.
- Monitor project progress, identify technical risks, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain project objectives.
- Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers, subcontractors, and regulatory stakeholders regarding electrical engineering matters.
- Support field activities and provide engineering assistance during construction, installation, testing, and commissioning phases.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements throughout all engineering activities.
- Participate in troubleshooting and resolution of technical and construction-related issues.
- Prepare technical reports, progress updates, and presentations for project management and stakeholders.
What You Bring to the Team:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in good standing with a Canadian provincial or territorial engineering association.
- Minimum 10–15 years of relevant experience within hydroelectric, industrial, heavy civil, power generation, or major infrastructure projects.
- Strong experience leading electrical engineering activities on large multidisciplinary projects.
- Knowledge of electrical power systems, substations, switchgear, protection and control systems, generators, transformers, and industrial electrical installations.
- Experience supporting construction and commissioning activities in complex project environments.
- Familiarity with EPC and/or EPCM project delivery models.
- Strong understanding of applicable electrical codes, standards, and engineering best practices.
- Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and leadership capabilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively in both office and field environments.
- Previous experience on hydroelectric or large energy infrastructure projects is considered a strong asset.
Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.
As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.
