Intermediate Electrical Engineer – Hydropower

Snc-Lavalin; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Toronto is expanding its Hydropower team, developing design packages for BoP electrical systems and supporting project delivery from concept through commissioning. The role requires a 7–15 year electrical design background, P.Eng designation, and knowledge of CSA/IEEE/ANSI codes.

The position offers hybrid work with occasional site travel and the opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team on critical hydroelectric projects in Ontario.

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering degree with P.Eng designation.
• 7–15 years of electrical design experience in power generation/utilities/industrial sectors.
• Familiarity with North American codes (CSA, IEEE, ANSI).

Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual and detailed designs for hydroelectric BoP electrical systems including MV/LV distribution and station service equipment.
• Perform and coordinate electrical studies (short circuit, load flow, protection coordination, arc flash) using ETAP or equivalent.
• Develop specifications and design packages for MV switchgear, generators, transformers, IPB, GIS/AIS systems; create single line diagrams and wiring diagrams.
• Coordinate interfaces for instrumentation and control and support auxiliary plant electrical interfaces (lighting, HVAC, fire alarms).
• Support project delivery activities (estimating, RFIs, contractor coordination, commissioning) and maintain project documentation.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Strong communication

Electrical design proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

P.Eng designation

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Description Overview

AtkinsRéalis is expanding our Hydropower team in Ontario to support a series of nation‑building projects and hydropower refurbishments that help keep Canada’s electrical grid reliable for decades to come. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will develop design packages for hydroelectric balance‑of‑plant systems including high/medium/ low voltage systems, and support project delivery from conceptual design through construction support and commissioning as required. This role is based out of our Toronto (West Mall) office and offers a hybrid working environment, with occasional travel to project sites as required.

Your role: Prepare conceptual and detailed designs for hydroelectric Balance of Plant (BoP) electrical systems, including medium and high voltage systems, station service AC/DC distribution systems, motor controls, grounding systems, MV/LV cable systems, cable tray systems, and associated equipment layouts. Perform, coordinate, and review electrical engineering studies including protection coordination, short circuit, load flow, grounding, and arc flash analyses using ETAP (or equivalent), and document study results. Develop technical specifications and design packages for major electrical equipment including MV switchgear, generator circuit breakers, LV station service equipment, generator step‑up transformers, isolated‑phase bus (IPB), and high‑voltage AIS/GIS systems. Prepare engineering drawings and documentation including single line diagrams, relay and metering one‑lines, AC three‑line diagrams, elementary schematics, wiring diagrams, bills of materials, cable schedules, and related design deliverables. Coordinate instrumentation and control interfaces and support electrical deliverables for auxiliary plant systems such as lighting, fire alarm, security/access control, HVAC electrical interfaces, and other building services. Support project delivery activities including estimating, proposal development, conceptual design studies, field reviews, RFIs, contractor coordination, commissioning support, and timely resolution of site issues. Maintain complete project documentation and ensure compliance with AtkinsRéalis Safety, Environmental, Quality Assurance, and Quality Control requirements throughout all phases of project execution.

About you

University degree in Electrical Engineering and Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation. 7-15 years experience in electrical design within the power generation and/or utility/ or industrial sectors, and hydropower experience considered an asset. Working knowledge of applicable North American electrical codes and standards, including CSA, IEEE, and ANSI. Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit is considered an asset. Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, and willingness to work in a hybrid environment with occasional travel to project sites as required.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada. Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs. Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time‑off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life. Be rewarded. Find out more.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more. Created by the integration of long‑standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world‑class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and our people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end‑to‑end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital. News and information are available at Atkinsrealis or follow us on LinkedIn.

Additional informationy

Expected compensation for this role is between $100,200 - $137,700 annually. Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers. AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy. AtkinsRéalis and other subsidiary or affiliated companies of AtkinsRéalis (referred to throughout as “AtkinsRéalis”) are committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use, and transfer your Personal Data. By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice. Appropriate accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Successful applicants will be notified about AtkinsRéalis’ accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.

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