Electrical Design Engineer

Parkinson Gray Associates; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a technically capable Electrical Design Engineer to join their team in Toronto, Ontario. The successful candidate will design and coordinate electrical building services systems, work with developers and contractors, and ensure compliance with UK standards. The role offers a supportive environment aimed at career progression to Senior Engineer. Experience in a building services environment and familiarity with design software is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a building services environment.
• Sound knowledge of electrical systems design for commercial projects.
• Knowledge of UK standards (BS 7671, BS 5266, BS 5839).

Responsibilities

• Design electrical building services systems including power, lighting, and fire alarms.
• Prepare calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
• Support project delivery from concept through to completion.

Skills

Electrical systems design

Communication skills

Coordination skills

Education

HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

Tools

Dialux

Relux

Amtech

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Our client is a well-respected building services engineering consultancy providing high-quality MEP and Infrastructure design solutions across a range of sectors.

Our multi award winning Client is a global engineering consultancy with sustainability at its heart. Employing circa 18,000 people across 35 countries with a particularly large footprint within Europe

Our Client is a leading independent Building Services Consultancy based in South Yorkshire.

Our Client is arguably the leading M&E Design & Build Contractor in the Yorkshire region. With a turnover of circa £100m employing approximately 200 staff across 5 Group companies, the business has been providing world class leading mechanical, electrical and public health services since the 1990’s.

Our client is a well-respected building services engineering consultancy providing high-quality MEP and Infrastructure design solutions across a range of sectors. Based in Humberside region, the practice is known for its collaborative approach, technical excellence, and commitment to delivering practical, sustainable designs for clients throughout the UK.

As the organisation continues to grow organically through regular repeat business which offers a strong platform to expand, the company is keen to appoint a technically capable Electrical Design Engineer to join the team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, coordination, and delivery of electrical building services systems across a variety of projects, working closely with developers, contractors and architects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design electrical building services systems including power, lighting, fire alarms, data, security, and renewables
• Prepare calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical reports
• Ensure designs comply with relevant British Standards, Building Regulations, and industry best practice
• Coordinate designs with mechanical, revit and sustainability specialists
• Attend client meetings, design team meetings, and site visits as required
• Support project delivery from concept through to completion
• Assist with mentoring Junior Engineers and Technicians (where appropriate)
• Respond to site queries and provide technical support during construction phases

Required Skills & Experience

• HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
• Experience working within a building services environment
• Sound knowledge of electrical systems design for commercial projects
• Familiarity with software such as Dialux, Relux, Amtech, along with AutoCAD (Revit experience desirable)
• Knowledge of UK standards (BS 7671, BS 5266, BS 5839)
• Strong communication and coordination skills
• Ability to manage workload and meet project deadlines
• Progress toward or interest in professional accreditation (IET, IEng, CIBSE, or equivalent)
• Experience with sustainable design, low-carbon technologies, or renewable systems
• Site experience and understanding of construction processes

The appointed Engineer can look forward to working in a supportive environment, where interests are fully aligned to assist in your progression to Senior Engineer and a long term career pathway.