Electrical Designer

Stantec; Halifax; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering design firm is seeking an Electrical Designer in Halifax County, Nova Scotia. The role involves supporting diverse client needs on various projects, mentoring junior designers, and ensuring high-quality design work. With a strong emphasis on professional growth, this opportunity is ideal for a self-starter with at least 5 years of Electrical Engineering experience and knowledge of medium and low voltage systems. Benefits include comprehensive health plans and a flexible work environment.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

Life and AD&D insurance

Qualifications

• Skilled to navigate engineering design concerns and develop project scope.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Electrical Engineering & Design.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Microstation drafting software.

Responsibilities

• Support electrical design, prioritizing quality and meeting deadlines.
• Mentor junior designers.
• Collaborate with project manager for status updates and resource needs.

Skills

Self-starter

Utility protection and control systems knowledge

One-line drawings and schematics knowledge

Medium and low voltage power distribution systems knowledge

Design standards and electrical engineering principles understanding

AutoCAD and Microstation proficiency

Education

Technical diploma/certificate in relevant field

5+ years of experience in Electrical Engineering & Design

Job description

At Stantec, we know the work we do matters. From decarbonizing mines to modernizing electric grids and building the infrastructure that fuels communities, we’re powering the world. Our clients come to us with their biggest, most complex challenges because that’s where we thrive. And we’re looking for problem solvers, high achievers, and visionaries to help us.

Join us for a chance to grow professionally at one of the world’s top design firms while building our clean energy future.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is looking for an Electrical Designer with versatility to support our various client needs. As a member of the Atlantic Region Power team based in Fredericton, NB, the candidate can be located at any of our office locations throughout Atlantic Canada. The successful candidate will work with little supervision and direction, supported by a knowledgeable and experienced team, on average to large sized projects. At Stantec our offices offer a vibrant and dynamic environment with excellent opportunities for professional growth and flexibility to balance your life at home.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Supporting projects of average to large complexity and size.
• Support the overall electrical design; prioritizing quality while meeting deliverable deadlines, monitoring project scope, and adhering to project budgets.
• Support and mentor junior designers.
• Collaborate with project manager to provide status updates, identify additional scope, or request additional resources.
• Coordinating with Clients, Contractors and Vendors.
• Checking the work of others for accuracy and completeness.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• A self-starter, skilled to navigate engineering design concerns and develop project scope documents, technical reports, cost estimates and project proposals.
• Knowledge of utility protection and control systems using SEL relays.
• Knowledge of one-line drawings, AC and DC schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment specifications (including transformers, MCC, switchgear, substation equipment); raceway layouts, cable schedules.
• Familiar with medium and low voltage power distribution systems.
• Comprehensive understanding of design standards, codes and electrical engineering design principles for Instrument & Control systems.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Microstation drafting software.

Education and Experience

• Technical diploma/certificate or equivalent in related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Electrical Engineering & Design.

Pay Transparency:

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary:

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax‑free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location:

Canada | NB | Fredericton

Travel:

Yes

Schedule:

Full time