Lead Electrical Engineer

Hypertec Group; Saint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive health benefits

Health Spending Account

Employer-matched RRSP Program

Paid Floater Days

Job summary

Hypertec Group in Quebec, Saint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans, is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to develop electrical systems for data center infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have 5-12 years of experience in electrical design, proficiency in AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit, and strong analytical skills. The role includes responsibilities such as load calculations and project coordination.

This position offers a hybrid work model, competitive health benefits, and relocation to a new state-of-the-art facility soon.

Qualifications

• 5-12 years of experience in electrical design or mission-critical facilities.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE standards, and relevant local codes.
• Experience with fast-track design-build environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical system designs for data center infrastructure.
• Perform load calculations and arc-flash studies.
• Coordinate with utility providers on service requirements.

Skills

Electrical design expertise

AutoCAD proficiency

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of NEC and IEEE standards

Familiarity with EPMS and BMS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Revit

Job description

What You’ll Be Contributing:

• Develop electrical system designs for high-, medium- and low-voltage distribution specifically for data center infrastructure;
• Switchgear, switchboards and panelboards;
• MV-LV gear and transformers;
• UPS systems;
• Generators, ATS/STS and paralleling gear;
• Busways and RPP/whips;
• Perform load calculations, short-circuit analysis, arc-flash studies, and coordination studies;
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, or similar tools;
• Coordinate with utility provider on incoming service requirements for large-scale data center facilities;
• Integrate electrical systems with mechanical equipment such as chillers, HVAC and other data center cooling systems;
• Support integration of EPMS/BMS monitoring systems;
• Participate in vendor design discussions and review drawings and submittals;
• Provide internal support to SCM and prefabrication teams;
• Support commissioning activities.

What Sets You Apart:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field;
• 5–12 years of experience in electrical design or mission-critical facilities;
• Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE standards, and relevant local codes;
• Understanding of redundancy strategies (N, N+1, 2N, 2N+1);
• Familiarity with EPMS and BMS system architecture;
• Experience with fast-track design-build environments;
• Experience with FAT/SAT testing for generators, UPS, and MV gear;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, or similar tools;
• An essential component of this position is regular and consistent business travel, mainly to the United States. It is a requirement of this position that the candidate satisfy the applicable criteria set by the US Immigration and Nationality Act for business travel to the United States, which criteria include, for example, the ability to demonstrate that they are a citizen or national of a country that is eligible for the Visa Waiver Program or are otherwise visa exempt.

What’s In it For You:

• Hybrid work model for certain job categories, supported by competitive benefits.
• Comprehensive health benefits that ensure you and your family are covered for a wide range of medical needs.
• Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Employer-matched RRSP Program.
• Paid Floater Days.
• Our head office will soon relocate to a new, state-of-the-art facility in LaSalle, near the Lachine Canal. Designed to set new standards in sustainability, it reflects our commitment to responsible growth and innovation.

Hypertec is an equal opportunity employer.

Hypertec evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status or any other legally protected characteristic.