Electrical Engineer - Traffic Signal

Egis; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Disability accommodations

Job summary

Egis Canada is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer - Traffic Signal Design to join our Toronto team. You will lead electrical design for urban transportation projects, coordinating with civil, architectural and municipal groups to deliver code-compliant solutions.

The ideal candidate has 5–10+ years of traffic signal experience, a P.Eng., and strong knowledge of the CEC and OPSD standards, with proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in good standing with a Canadian regulator.
• 5–10+ years of progressive experience in electrical engineering roles.
• Minimum 3 years of direct experience in traffic signal design.
• Strong working knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) and applicable transportation standards (OTM BOOK 12, OPSD, OPSS).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D for infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and implementation of electrical systems with experience in Traffic Signal Design.
• Develop and maintain design documentation, specifications, and reports in accordance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with architects, civil engineers, and other multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems into larger projects.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to junior engineers and design teams.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, local codes, and industry best practices.
• Participate in client and project meetings, providing valuable input and insights.
• Contribute to the growth of the Electrical department through the review and development of standards and templates.

Skills

Traffic signal design

Project management

Communication

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

About Us

Are you ambitious and looking to make the right move in your career? Now is the perfect time to join Egis. Egis is experiencing substantial growth in North America, now made up of over 1,000 engineers, architects and planners across Canada and the USA. This strategic move underscores our commitment to investing in North America, propelling our expansion to new heights.

About the Role

The Electrical Engineer - Traffic Signal Design is a technical role within multidisciplinary infrastructure project teams based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The position focuses on the design and delivery of electrical systems supporting urban transportation infrastructure, with an emphasis on traffic signal systems. The role contributes across multiple project phases, including preliminary design, detailed design, regulatory compliance, and construction support. Responsibilities involve coordination with civil, transportation, and municipal stakeholders to ensure integrated and code-compliant electrical solutions aligned with Canadian standards and client requirements.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in traffic signal, demonstrates technical leadership capability, and provides oversight and mentorship to junior engineering staff while supporting quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives within electrical design teams.

Job Description

• Designand implementation of electrical systemswith experience in TrafficSignalDesign.
• Develop and maintain design documentation, specifications, and reports in accordance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with architects, civil engineers, and other multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems into larger projects.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to junior engineers and design teams.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, local codes, and industry best practices.
• Participate in client and project meetings, providing valuable input and insights.
• Contribute to the growth of the Electrical department through the review and development of standards and templates.

What do we need from you

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in good standing with a Canadian engineering regulator
• 5-10+ years of progressive experience in electrical engineering roles
• Minimum 3 years of direct experience in traffic signaldesign.
• Strong working knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) and applicable transportation standards (OTM BOOK 12, OPSD , OPSS)
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D softwaresused for infrastructure projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with both internal teams and external clients.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead and mentor teams.
• Knowledge of sustainability initiatives and energy-efficient design practices.

What's in it for you?

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients.The salary range advertised may exceed the range based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program. If you have been referred, please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.

At Egis, we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company, a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity, growth and collaboration, we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.