Electrical Building Engineer

BPA; Laval; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BPA is seeking an electrical engineering professional to lead the design, analysis, and verification of electrical systems for building projects in Quebec. You will collaborate with engineers, designers, and clients to develop practical solutions and ensure the design intent is realized on site.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, is a member of OIQ, and brings 4–10+ years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
• Member of OIQ is required or preferred.
• 4–10+ years of experience in building electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, analysis, and verification of building electrical systems.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and clients to develop practical solutions.
• Conduct site surveys and assess installations for optimized upgrades.
• Prepare technical documentation and specifications with accuracy.
• Support construction supervision and field coordination to ensure design intent.
• Participate in budget estimation and cost analysis for electrical scopes.

Skills

Versatility

Autonomy

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

OIQ membership

Job description

This role is ideal for someone who has the experience and interest to share knowledge, grow and develop him/herself and the team, with advance technical expertise, and lead impactful projects of varying scale, including new construction, full project lifecycle delivery, and major mandates supported by BPA’s in house experts.

Depending on interest and experience, the position offers opportunities in team leadership, people management, mentorship, or deep technical expertise.

Your main responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the design, analysis, and verification of electrical systems for building projects
• Work closely with engineers, designers, and clients to develop tailored, practical solutions
• Conduct site surveys and assess existing installations to develop optimized system upgrades
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and specifications with accuracy and professionalism
• Support construction supervision and field coordination to ensure design intent is achieved
• Participate in budget estimation and cost analysis for electrical scopes

Your Profile

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
• Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ)
• 4–10+ years of relevant experience in building electrical systems
• Fluent in French and functional to advanced level in English*
• Versatility, autonomy, good communication skills

* English is essential due to participation in commercial projects outside Quebec and in national projects where all meetings and documentation are exclusively in English.