Lead Electrical Engineer (12-18 yrs.)

Theconstructsim; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering firm is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer with substantial experience in power distribution design and compliance with North American electrical standards. The role involves designing power electronics and preparing project documentation, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading junior engineers. Ideal candidates will have at least 6 years of electrical design experience, a degree in electrical engineering, and proficiency in relevant electrical design software. Strong communication skills are essential for success in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of electrical design experience focused on low voltage in North America.
• Experience with UL508, NFPA70 standards.
• Good communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Design power electronics and control power distribution architecture.
• Develop wiring diagrams and ensure compliance with standards.
• Interact with suppliers and provide guidance for junior engineers.

Skills

Power distribution design

Transformers and switchgear expertise

Electrical CAD software (WSCAD, EPLAN)

Knowledge of NFPA, NEC, CSA standards

Proactive team player

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Tools

ePlan P8

WSCAD

SEE Electrical

Job description

Lead Electrical Engineer (12-18 yrs.)

Please note: Only candidates who meet the experience and qualifications below are considered.

Job Description

• Design the power electronics, inverter, DC to AC converter and control power distribution architecture of SOFC.
• Develop preliminary power distribution to individual skids and electrical panel requirements based on vendor information.
• Size and select plant UPS and accessories based on critical loads.
• Generate preliminary electrical BoM and update cable schedules for design changes.
• Perform calculations and ensure compliance with utility grid interconnection requirements; medium voltage experience is a plus.
• Ensure compliance with international standards (NFPA, UL, IEEE, CSA).
• Prepare high-quality project documentation: single-line diagrams, load lists, cabinet and wiring diagrams, component datasheets, grounding design, lightning protection concepts.
• Familiar with hazardous area equipment and explosion protection methods.
• Interact with suppliers, OEMs, and panel builders to define solutions and verify quality.
• Develop commissioning and service guidelines and act as a local guide for junior engineers.

Required Technical Skills

• Strong competency in power distribution: concept architecture design, sizing, protection, harmonics, grounding, thermal management, lightning protection, EMC.
• Expert knowledge of transformers, switchgear, cables, circuit breakers, protection systems, busbar systems.
• Experience with electrical CAD and calculation software (WSCAD, EPLAN, SEE Electrical).
• Electrical design for hazardous areas per US & CA standards.
• Knowledge of NFPA, NEC, CSA, UL panel certification; IEC standards knowledge is a plus.
• Proactive, curious, technically savvy, rigorous, team player.

Qualifications

• Senior Electrical Engineer with experience in the North American market.
• Electrical engineering degree.
• At least 6 years of experience in electrical design focused on low voltage and drafting in North America.
• Experience with UL508, UL508A, NFPA79, NFPA 70, CSA, IEC, IEEE standards.
• Good command of electrical design software (ePlan P8, WSCAD, SEE Electrical, E3.Series, Electra E8).
• Experience with projects for hazardous locations in North America.
• Basic understanding of P&IDs and MV distribution systems.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, PPT.
• Good communication skills in English; proactive ownership of duties; experience in international engineering teams.

Possible Sectors of Activities

• EPC
• Renewable projects
• Substations projects
• Oil and Gas projects
• Electrical Machinery Manufacturers
• Electrical Panels Manufacturers
• Rolling Stock Manufacturers