Lead Electrical Engineer

Linxus Group; Victoria; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A firm specializing in engineering solutions is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer in Victoria, BC. This key role involves leading a team, ensuring project delivery, and requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in the multifamily or construction industry. Candidates must possess a recognized degree in electrical engineering and a professional Engineer registration in BC, AB, or MB. Exceptional leadership and communication skills are essential. Compensation is up to $175k, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of related experience in multifamily residential or construction industry.
• Minimum 7 years of leadership/management experience.
• Professional Engineer registration in BC, AB, or MB.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical engineering team with 2-5 direct reports.
• Ensure effective project delivery and coordinate team activities.
• Conduct site inspections and participate in constructability reviews.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Electrical system design

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in Revit

Education

Recognized degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Suite

PDF editing software

Electrical design drafting software

Job description

Linxus Group is looking for a Lead Electrical Engineer to join our clients team in Victoria BC. If you're a senior electrical engineer with a proven track record of leading a strong team, we want to hear from you!

Position Title: Lead Electrical Engineer

Direct Reports: 2-5

Compensation: up to $175k, salary will depend on experience & education

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead the electrical engineering team (2-5 direct reports).
• Stay current with electrical engineering practices and trends.
• Foster team growth and make personnel decisions with the Director.
• Ensure effective project delivery and coordinate team activities.
• Resolve technical issues and collaborate with pre-construction and construction teams.
• Develop and maintain standardized electrical specifications and documents.
• Provide peer review, mentorship, and serve as the electrical Engineer of Record (EOR) for multifamily developments.
• Analyze and design electrical systems, oversee drawings, and attend project meetings.
• Support construction by answering RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, and issuing necessary documentation.
• Conduct site inspections and participate in constructability reviews.
• Coordinate drawings between disciplines and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Recognized degree in electrical engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of related experience in multifamily residential or construction industry.
• Minimum 7 years of leadership/management experience.
• Professional Engineer registration in BC, AB, or MB (other provinces are an asset).
• High-rise design experience is an asset.
• Experience as the electrical EOR for multi-story buildings in Canada.
• Ability to travel for site visits.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, PDF editing software, and electrical design drafting software (AutoCAD, Revit).
• Demonstrated leadership experience and exceptional communication skills.