Electrical Engineer

Build Nova Scotia; Halifax; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional infrastructure organization in Halifax is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer for healthcare projects. The role involves ensuring compliance with design standards, managing project teams, and focusing on energy-efficient systems. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, professional licensure, and extensive healthcare experience. This is a five-year term position with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Must be a Professional Engineer with a minimum of 8 years' experience.
• Extensive experience in electrical engineering design for healthcare projects.
• Minimum of 3 years' current experience with healthcare-related design and construction.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings and contract documents for compliance.
• Assess and quantify the impact of project changes.
• Serve as an electrical subject matter expert.

Skills

Electrical engineering design

Project management

Compliance with healthcare standards

Knowledge of CAD software

Construction safety procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reporting to the Shared Technical Services Director, the Electrical Engineer, Healthcare will be a key part of the Build NS Healthcare Infrastructure Team. This position provides guidance and strategy in the development of electrical building systems for healthcare projects of varying scopes and delivery methods.

The Electrical Engineer, Healthcare focuses on building efficient systems that maximize energy efficiency, comfort, enhance asset longevity, and ensure optimal return on investment. This includes integration of specialized systems and infection control measures, crucial to maintaining a safe and supportive healthcare environment.

The Electrical Engineer ensures safety and design for hospital facilities' electrical infrastructure. This includes design and safety standards for hospital essential electrical systems such as emergency standby generators and distribution, uninterruptible power supplies for ORs and ICUs, fire safety systems, nurse call systems, structured cabling infrastructure, bonding and grounding systems, lighting, patient care zone electrical safety, medical and diagnostic equipment services, and main electrical utility service entrances. This is a five-year term position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
• Must be a Professional Engineer with a minimum of 8 years' experience in the building design and construction industry. Licensed in the Province of Nova Scotia, or the ability to be licensed.
• Extensive experience in electrical engineering design and management on healthcare projects or related fields, with strong knowledge of building and healthcare industry standards and requirements.
• Minimum of 3 years' current experience with electrical healthcare-related design and construction, and familiarity with CSA healthcare electrical standards, national codes, and standards such as CSA Z32, CSA C282, Z8000, & Z317.13-12.
• Experience in producing construction drawings, reviewing, and redlining documents, and coordinating review of all disciplines.
• Working knowledge of CAD software (AutoCAD, BIM) and familiarity with Microsoft Office and project management tools.
• Knowledge of spreadsheet, budgeting, and scheduling software is an asset.
• Continuing education in healthcare issues / trends and conflict resolution is an asset.
• Basic understanding of construction contracts, specifications, and standards such as Canada's National Master Specification, MasterFormat, CCDC Standards, and methods of specifying.
• Familiarity with the Department of Public Works Design Manual (DC350) and Nova Scotia Structured Cabling Guidelines is an asset.
• Knowledge of LEED certification processes; LEED or LEED Associate status is beneficial.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects effectively.
• Basic knowledge of construction safety procedures.

Responsibilities

Review drawings and contract documents for compliance with requirements, codes, and standards.

Assess and quantify the impact of project changes.

Communicate findings and recommendations effectively to the project team.

Identify opportunities for improving healthcare project delivery and operational efficiency.

Serve as an electrical subject matter expert on healthcare projects.

Interpret plans and specifications, visualize 3D from 2D drawings.

Manage and support project teams, including direct reports.

Promote health, safety, and sustainability at project sites.

Assist in the planning, design, and construction of complex healthcare projects delivered via various methods such as P3, DBB, CM, or DB, ensuring mechanical and electrical design integration.

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