Electrical Engineer - High Rise / Commercial Building Design

Demand For HR; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A client is looking for a skilled Electrical Engineer to lead designs for critical facilities like data centers and hospitals. The role entails engineering energy-efficient electrical systems and ensuring compliance with industry standards while working in a dynamic, hybrid environment. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.

Employer-contributed retirement savings plan.

Professional development support.

Flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical system design, preferably in consulting.
• Strong technical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical system designs including one-line diagrams and load calculations.
• Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, and conduct site inspections.
• Mentor junior engineers and support post-occupancy troubleshooting.

Skills

Technical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Project management

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

SKM

ETAP

EasyPower

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Electrical Engineer with experience in mission-critical facility and data center design to join their dynamic team. This role involves leading the electrical design for high-reliability environments such as data centers, hospitals, and other 24 / 7 operations where downtime is not an option. From concept to commissioning, you will engineer robust and energy-efficient electrical systems, ensuring safety, performance, and compliance with industry standards. This role will be Hybrid, with WFH and 2 days onsite in either Dundas ON or Vaughan, with travel to customer sites.

Key Responsibilities

Planning & Design

• Develop electrical system designs including one-line diagrams, load calculations, and short- circuit / coordination studies using SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower.
• Specify and size electrical equipment such as MV / LV switchgear, UPS, generators, PDUs, busways, grounding, and lightning protection systems.
• Produce sealed construction drawings and specifications in AutoCAD and Revit in collaboration with mechanical, architectural, and structural teams.
• Prepare technical reports, design narratives, budgets, and bid documents.
• Interface with clients, authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), and utility companies to obtain permits and approvals.

Construction & Support

• Review shop drawings, submittals, and respond to RFIs and design clarifications.
• Conduct factory witness testing, on-site inspections, and generate site test.
• Manage Integrated Systems Testing (IST) for Tier II–IV and Uptime-certified facilities.
• Deliver as-built documentation, conduct client training, and support post-occupancy troubleshooting
• Mentor junior engineers and CAD / Revit technologists.
• Stay current with evolving standards OESC & CEC. (preferred knowledge with NFPA 70 / 70E, 75 / 76, ASHRAE 90.4, LEED), integrating best practices into projects.

Additional Duties

• Design fire alarm, power distribution, standby systems, lighting, and grounding systems.
• Conduct site surveys and prepare field documentation.
• Support construction management, including inspections and project closeout.
• Collaborate with architects and project managers to deliver integrated, safe, and efficient designs.
• Perform system analyses and modeling to optimize electrical performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical system design, preferably in consulting.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong technical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Uptime Institute or BICSI Certification.
• Experience in data center or mission-critical facility design.
• Knowledge of LEED and energy-efficient building practices.
• Proficiency in SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower.
• Familiarity with BICSI 002, CSA C282, and Uptime Tier standards.
• Knowledge of DC system

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Employer-contributed retirement savings plan.
• Professional development support and continuing education opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements and a collaborative, innovative team culture.

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