Graduate Electrical Designer – Highways & ITS (Hybrid)

GHD; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Graduate Electrical Technologist to contribute to electrical components of roadways, bridges, transitways, municipal and arterial roads. The role supports lighting, ITS, and traffic signal design in a hybrid in-office setting across GTA, Waterloo, and Ottawa offices.

The position aligns with a growing team delivering on diverse infrastructure projects, offering learning opportunities, development, and collaboration with engineers and designers.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years’ experience in the design and/or construction of highway electrical, lighting, Traffic Signals and ITS with an engineering consultant firm.
• College diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and MicroStation environments.
• Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Prior experience working on municipal and/or MTO projects are highly desirable.
• Knowledge of OPS, OESC, CSA, IES, TAC and OTM publications and standards.

Responsibilities

• Be part of electrical project team and support the electrical discipline in multidisciplinary projects.
• Perform lighting calculation software (Autolux & AGI 32), loading calculations, short circuit calculations, voltage drop calculations and Arc Flash Analysis calculations.
• Assist the Lead designer with traffic signal design, lighting design & intelligent transportation system design.
• Assist the Engineer with the preparation of contract documents and quantity take-off.
• Ensuring timely delivery of assigned tasks.
• Carrying out quality checks and complying with internal procedures.
• Assisting senior staff with technical tasks and the day-to-day operation of the office.
• Coordination and liaison with approving authorities, utility companies and outside design team members.

Skills

0-2 years' experience

Self-motivated

Quick learner

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

G class driver’s license

Education

College diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

GHD is seeking a Graduate Electrical Technologist to contribute to electrical components of roadways, bridges, transitways, municipal and arterial roads. The role supports lighting, ITS, and traffic signal design in a hybrid in-office setting across GTA, Waterloo, and Ottawa offices.

The position aligns with a growing team delivering on diverse infrastructure projects, offering learning opportunities, development, and collaboration with engineers and designers.