Engineering Supervisor

NPAworldwide; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive utility company in Hamilton is seeking an Engineering Supervisor to lead their team. This role includes oversight of projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing a unionized workforce. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in electrical engineering and supervisory roles, with a proven capacity for managing projects and driving improvements.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Comprehensive benefits starting on day 1

OMERS pension plan

Continuous development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years in electrical engineering focused on design and construction.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience in a utility sector.
• EIT or P.Eng designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leading the Engineering Department with a focus on safety and quality.
• Managing unionized workforce; performance evaluations and work prioritization.
• Overseeing projects including work orders and construction schematics.

Skills

Leadership

Project Planning

Communication

Budgeting

Problem Solving

Education

Post-secondary degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

GIS Software

SCADA Software

Job description

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Job Description

The Opportunity:

Our client is a progressive utility company seeking a dynamic Engineering Supervisor to join their team in Hamilton, Ontario. Reporting directly to the President, this role oversees the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of station equipment and infrastructure.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Leading the Engineering Department focusing on safety, quality, productivity, and staff development.
• Managing a unionized workforce, including performance evaluations, work prioritization, and dispute resolution.
• Developing innovative, cost-effective solutions to improve system design efficiency and service reliability.
• Conducting capacity planning considering local growth projections and distribution.
• Certifying engineering designs and ensuring compliance with Ontario regulations and corporate standards.
• Managing engineering projects, including preparing work orders, construction schematics, and bills of materials.
• Overseeing process improvements for effective communication and coordination across departments.
• Collaborating with Operations to ensure projects are completed efficiently and within budget.
• Preparing tender and RFP documents, reviewing bids, and recommending contractors.
• Implementing and improving database systems supporting utility operations such as metering technology and system monitoring.
• Working with Finance to develop long-term financial and distribution system plans, and regulatory filings.
• Managing departmental budgets, including capital and operating expenditures.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• A post-secondary degree or diploma in electrical engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years in electrical engineering, focusing on design, construction, and commissioning of electrical systems.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience in a utility or related sector.
• An EIT or P.Eng designation.
• Experience with electrical design standards and regulations.
• Strong project planning, budgeting, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of GIS and SCADA software.

Complementary Experience

• Proven leadership skills, change implementation, and effective communication.
• Strategic multitasking and results-oriented decision-making abilities.
• Cross-departmental collaboration and problem-solving skills.

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

Whats In It For You?

• Competitive base salary
• Comprehensive benefits starting on day 1
• OMERS pension plan
• Continuous development opportunities

Additional Details

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting

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