Intermediate/Senior Electrical Technologist

Stantec; City of Moncton; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Wellness program

RRSP

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Stantec in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia is seeking an experienced Electrical Technologist to join a multidisciplinary team. You will assist in designing building electrical systems, prepare contract drawings, and produce REVIT MEP drawings while reviewing equipment selections and performing preliminary calculations.

The role supports multiple project types across Canada with flexible on-site presence and remote work as required, offering collaboration with engineers and a focus on quality deliverables.

Qualifications

• Diploma of Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited program required.
• Minimum of 8 years of design experience in a consulting engineering environment required.
• Experience in electrical and communications design for building environments would be an asset.
• Experience creating tender document packages, including detailed drawings and specifications would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of building electrical systems including service distribution, lighting, communications and security systems across Canada using applicable codes, standards, and reference materials.
• Prepare contract drawings, schematics, schedules, details, and sketches from conceptual design through to project completion.
• Produce electrical design drawings primarily in REVIT MEP, as well as occasionally in AutoCAD.
• Review equipment selections, perform preliminary engineering calculations, and develop preliminary designs.
• Facilitate and ensure the quality of the project deliverables.
• Follow production guidelines and project standards to Stantec and Client drafting guidelines.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Team player

Self-motivated

Time management

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Willing to learn

Education

Diploma of Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Opportunity

An opportunity exists in Stantec's Dartmouth, NS office for a highly motivated Electrical Technologist to join our multidisciplinary team. In this role you will be responsible working with an engineer towards the design and execution of projects ranging in size and complexity, with a focus on municipal, federal, industrial, healthcare, commercial and educational projects. Stantec offers a flexible work environment where staff are equipped with the required hardware and software to effectively work remote from the office when required. A minimum office presence is expected to support project quality, collaboration, and learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of building related electrical systems including service distribution, lighting, communications and security systems across Canada using applicable codes, standards, and reference materials.
• Prepare contract drawings, schematics, schedules, details, and sketches from conceptual design through to project completion.
• Produce aspects of electrical design and drawings primarily in REVIT MEP, as well as occasionally in AutoCAD.
• Review equipment selections, perform preliminary engineering calculations, and develop preliminary designs.
• Facilitate and ensure the quality of the project deliverables.
• Follow production guidelines and project standards to Stantec and Client drafting guidelines.
• Review shop drawings and other contractor submittals for compliance with construction documents.
• Perform field surveys for drawing developments, site reviews and as‑recorded drawings.
• Communicate with other team members and become familiar with Stantec standards to complete assignments and projects in a timely manner as required by the Project Manager, Discipline Lead or Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD is required.
• Knowledge using Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD software in drafting and design of buildings related projects is required.
• Knowledge or experience with building electrical systems is required.
• Prior experience in the construction industry would be an asset.
• Knowledge or familiarity with National Building Codes, electrical codes, fire codes, energy codes and would be considered an asset.
• Knowledge or familiarity with LEED standards, ASHRAE, and NFPA would be considered an asset.
• Excellent verbal and written skills to communicate effectively with colleagues and staff; a “team player” approach.
• Self‑motivated and self‑starter with a strong work ethic.
• Good time management skills and able to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Eager to learn with strong listening, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.

Education and Experience

Diploma of Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited program required.

Minimum of 8 years of design experience in a consulting engineering environment is required.

Experience in electrical and communications design for building environments would be an asset.

Experience creating tender document packages, including detailed drawings and specifications would be considered an asset. Typical office environment working with computers for long periods of time. Ability to travel within Atlantic Canada 1‑2 times per month would be an asset.

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax‑free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Location

Primary Location: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada

Employment Details

Employee Status: Regular

Schedule: Full time

Travel: No