Electrical Buildings Design Engineer – Buildings & Industry Projects

EXP; Halifax; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work hours

Employee-owned company

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

EXP, a leading employee-owned engineering firm, seeks an Electrical Buildings Design Engineer in Halifax, Nova Scotia. You will design and manage electrical systems for educational, healthcare, and commercial facilities across Atlantic Canada.

The role requires P.Eng., a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 7+ years of relevant design experience, and proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, AGi32, and Microsoft Office. Knowledge of Canadian Codes is essential; excellent communication is a must.

Qualifications

• P.Eng. licensed with Engineers Nova Scotia.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in electrical design for building systems.
• Experience in education and healthcare electrical design is an asset.
• Familiarity with Nova Scotia market is an asset.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency with AGi32 lighting design software.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian Building Codes, Canadian Electrical Code, electrical standards, and best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for buildings including power distribution and essential power.
• Prepare technical specifications, feasibility studies, and design briefs.
• Conduct building condition assessments and options evaluations.
• Estimate construction costs and develop project documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure accurate designs.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

P.Eng. licensed

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

AGi32

Job description

Job Description

Position: Electrical Buildings Design Engineer

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Department: Buildings & Industry Group

Join EXP and Power the Future of Electrical Engineering

At EXP, we believe great experiences start with the right people. For over 100 years, we’ve delivered innovative engineering solutions across North America. As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, respect, and creativity. When you join EXP, you become part of a global network of professionals shaping sustainable and efficient built environments.

We’re seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our growing team in Halifax. This role involves designing and managing electrical systems for educational and healthcare facilities, commercial buildings, and complex projects across Atlantic Canada.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and specify electrical systems for buildings, including:
  • Power distribution, essential power systems (generators, UPS), grounding design.
  • Telecommunications, data systems, security, and fire alarm systems.
  • Lighting and lighting control systems.
• Prepare technical specifications, feasibility studies, and design briefs.
• Conduct building condition assessments and options evaluations.
• Estimate construction costs and develop project documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure accurate and efficient designs.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licensed with Engineers Nova Scotia.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in electrical design for building systems.
• Experience in education and healthcare electrical design is an asset
• Familiarity with Nova Scotia market is an asset.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency with AGi32 lighting design software.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian Building Codes, Canadian Electrical Code, electrical standards, and best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Why Join EXP?

• Work on innovative building and industrial projects.
• Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work hours.
• Opportunities for career growth in a collaborative environment.
• Be part of an employee-owned company that values sustainability and innovation.

EXP subscribes to the Workplace Equity Program. Applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Persons with disabilities can obtain accommodation for the selection process by contacting us at the following email address: [e-mail] .

About Us

Our story

With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world’s built and natural environments.

Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP’s predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year.

What Makes Us Different

The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry‑leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We’re committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence.

Find out more about life at EXP by visiting www.exp.com .