Junior Electrical Engineer

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm in Vancouver seeks an Electrical Engineer-EIT to assist in various design projects under the guidance of senior staff. The role includes developing documentation, coordinating building systems, and applying sustainable design principles. Preferred candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 4 years of experience. This position offers competitive compensation ranging from $76,500 to $110,900, and comprehensive benefits including health care, retirement plans, and professional development support.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience required.
• Experience working toward licensure, LEED Green Associate or LEED AP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support project team in the development of design documentation.
• Utilize BIM technologies in the development of electrical systems models.
• Assist in reviewing shop drawings and responding to RFIs.

Skills

Basic ability in performing electrical power and lighting design

Basic knowledge of building electrical systems

Ability to check own work for accuracy and completeness

Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering and EIT

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.

Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.

Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

You will work with direct supervision and general direction on tasks and smaller projects, and as a team member of a larger project under the guidance of a Senior Engineer/Designer. You will assist in evaluating, selecting, specifying, and engineering certain electrical power and lighting systems or products for a project verifying compliance with applicable codes and internal engineering standards / practices. You will perform a variety of tasks which may include Revit design, calculations, and field work. The smaller projects that an Electrical Engineer-EIT may be assigned to will have routine and complex features.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Supports project team in the development of design documentation, plans and reports for relevant project design elements.
• Assists in the development of a design through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats.
• Utilizes BIM technologies in the development of three dimensional models of building electrical systems.
• Prepares and revises documentation in various project phases including site plans, floor plans, diagrams, and details.
• Coordinates with other building disciplines (architectural, structural, mechanical, civil, etc.) to ensure compatibility with the design intent.
• Assists in the review of shop drawings and submittals, responds to RFIs, prepares site observation reports, and performs other contract administration tasks.
• Assists with the development of job specific discipline specifications.
• Assists in the evaluation and selection of building electrical systems and materials.
• Attends project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants.
• Participates in value engineering and basic cost estimating.
• Implements sustainable design principles into the building design and surrounding environment.
• Performs calculations of building elements and well-defined electrical systems.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Basic ability in performing electrical power and lighting design.
• Basic knowledge and application of the National Electrical Code, energy codes, and other building codes.
• Basic knowledge of building electrical systems, means and methods, materials, and industry standards.
• Basic understanding of all phases of engineering document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.
• Recognizes when technical problems are developing and initiates appropriate corrective actions.
• Ability to check own work for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.
• Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.
• Ability to take direction, follow process and accept feedback and suggestions from Senior Engineers
• Thorough understanding of electrical engineering concepts and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others.
• Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, building program and other similar material.
• Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, AutoCAD; Prefer experience with AGI 32, Visual Lighting Software, SKM, Newforma.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering and EIT. Minimum of 4 years of experience. Working toward licensure, LEED Green Associate or LEED AP preferred.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Range:

• Locations in Lower Mainland - BC - Min Salary $ 76,500.00 - Max Salary $ 110,900.00

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

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 (AD&D) 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.

Primary Location: Canada | BC | Vancouver
Organization: BC-1156 Buildings-CA British Columbia
Employee Status: Regular
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 16/06/2025 06:06:40
Req ID: REQ250001VD