Electrical Designer

Randstad Canada; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm is seeking an experienced Electrical Designer to lead design projects and manage client relationships. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 8 years of experience in the building construction industry, proven technical knowledge in electrical design, and the ability to provide supervision to junior team members. This role offers a permanent, full-time position with competitive benefits and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive health and dental benefits

Group RRSP program with employer contributions

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Health and wellness reimbursement program

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of electrical engineering experience in building construction.
• Proven technical knowledge in delivering electrical designs for various building types.
• Experience managing an electrical staff team preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design for electrical projects.
• Secure new business by winning Requests for Proposals.
• Provide technical leadership and daily supervision to team members.
• Manage relationships with clients and contractors.
• Conduct on-site reviews and ensure project success.

Skills

Electrical design knowledge

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Knowledge of Canadian standards

Project management

Education

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)

Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.)

Limited Engineering License / Technologist (LEL, LET)

Job description

Overview

Our client is a well-established engineering firm that specializes in building services, providing both mechanical and electrical consulting to architects and building owners. With a history of successful projects across residential, educational, institutional, recreational, and commercial sectors, they have the expertise to deliver comprehensive engineering solutions for any building type. Our client is looking for an Electrical Designer who will work in a lead position.

Advantages

• This is a permanent, full-time opportunity to work within a collaborative, inclusive, and positive culture.
• Competitive health and dental benefits
• Group RRSP program with employer contributions
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Health and wellness reimbursement program

Responsibilities

• Lead the design for electrical projects
• Secure new business by responding to and winning Requests for Proposals
• Provide technical leadership and daily supervision to at least two team members
• Work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, collaborating with internal and external consultants
• Manage relationships with both clients and contractors
• Conduct on-site reviews, oversee change notices, and ensure project success
• Handle all technical design requirements for electrical systems, including coordination, distribution, fire alarms, emergency and life safety systems, and lighting controls
• Design a variety of mid- or high-rise residential, commercial, and institutional / educational buildings
• Mentor and provide performance reviews for junior staff

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.), or a Limited Engineering License / Technologist (LEL, LET)
• A minimum of 8 years of electrical engineering experience within the building construction industry, NOT manufacturing
• Proven technical knowledge in delivering electrical designs for various building types
• Extensive knowledge of relevant Canadian and Ontario codes and standards
• Experience managing an electrical staff team preferred

Summary

If the above position is of interest, please reach out to [e-mail] or apply here.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada\'s workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary / gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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