Electrical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Greater Toronto Area; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to develop and design electrical systems for various building types. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with codes, and preparing design documentation. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, a Professional Engineer registration in Ontario, and at least 5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electrical design engineering.
• Solid understanding of electrical safety standards and best practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems for buildings.
• Create and review technical drawings using CAD tools.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards.

Skills

Lighting retrofits

Power upgrades

Fire alarm systems

Data and communications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Registered Professional Engineer in Ontario

Tools

CAD software

MS Office suite

Job description

Job Description

Job Title:Electrical Engineer

Location:Richmond Hill

Reports To:Principal

Job Type:Full time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Electrical Engineerto develop and design electrical systems for commercial, educational and institutional/municipal buildings, with emphasis on renewal/replacement of equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of electrical design principles, applicable electrical codes,industry standards and CAD tools and ability to communicate with contractors and clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop electrical systems, components, and wiring diagrams for new and existing buildings
• Create and review technical drawings, schematics, using CAD tools
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, structural and architectural.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards
• Prepare design documentation including technical specifications, wiring diagrams, power and lighting layouts.
• Participate in design reviews, contract administration,site inspections and commissioning and provide technical input as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Registered Professional Engineer in Ontario
• 5+ years of experience in electrical design engineering.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite, CAD software and simulation tools.
• Solid understanding of electrical safety standards and best practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Skills:

• Experience with lighting retrofits, lighting controls, lighting distribution calculations
• Experience with power upgrades, power distribution equipment
• Experience with fire alarm systems, PA systems, data and communications, emergency power
• Familiarity of contract administration activities and protocols.