Lead Electrical Engineer

Outright Consulting; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Canada is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to utilize extensive design knowledge for successful project completion. The role emphasizes collaboration, client relationship building, and ethical practices. Responsibilities include managing project planning, reviewing design layouts, and mentoring junior staff, with a requirement of over 8 years of experience in electrical engineering. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and have strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering and design.
• Registered Professional Engineer in Ontario or equivalent is an asset.
• Perfect command of the English language.

Responsibilities

• Prepare deliverables for project planning and budget control.
• Review electrical design and layout.
• Inspect project sites to monitor progress.

Skills

Electrical engineering design knowledge

Client relationship building

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

As the Lead Electrical Engineer you will utilize your electrical engineering design knowledge from the onset of design evolution through to successful project completion. Collaboration, strong client relationship building along with ethical and professional application will be fundamental to the success of this role.

Responsibilities

• Prepare deliverables to facilitate project planning and budget control
• Review and execute electrical design and layout
• Review electrical technical deliverables (specifications, datasheets, drawings, etc.).
• Attend project meetings to coordinate with other disciplines and project consultants
• Inspect project sites in order to monitor progress and ensure compliance with all safety and government regulations
• Complete technical reviews and provide recommendations regarding designs and reports
• Promote and maintain the application of ethical and professional practices in the execution of electrical engineering work
• Complete audits of the work that is produced to ensure design is completed with quality and assurance
• Communicate and liaise effectively with colleagues and architects, subcontractors, contracting civil engineers, consultants, co-workers and clients
• Provide mentorship to junior staff members

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical engineering
• 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering and design
• Registered Professional Engineer in Ontario or other provinces and countries is an asset
• Working knowledge of CSA standards, ANSI standards, IEEE standards, NFPA, Ontario
• Building Code, and other ethical and professional code compliance
• Superior comprehension of all electrical systems from both the design and installation perspectives including electrical construction, installation, technologies, planning, and management etc.
• Perfect command of the English language
• Verbal and written communication skills to outline project technical information to project managers, clients and peers
• Ability to work in a stand-alone capacity
• Motivated and detail oriented
• Superior computer skills including Microsoft Suite and other design tools