Senior Electrical Engineer

SNC-Lavalin; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer in Calgary to lead electrical design projects focused on National Defense. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and over 10 years' experience in consulting. The role involves project leadership, client relationship management, and business development. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible benefits

Defined contribution pension plan

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in electrical consulting, especially with National Defense projects.
• Strong understanding of Canadian Electrical Code and applicable standards.
• Ability to obtain CISD Level II (SECRET) Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering commitments for successful project completion.
• Manage electrical staff and mentor their development.
• Develop new business in the National Defense market.

Skills

Electrical design expertise

Project Management

Client relationship management

Business development initiatives

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Registered as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng)

Job description

Job Description

Senior Electrical Engineer

Are you looking for a company that works on major engineering projects all over the world? Do you want to make a difference by improving the daily lives of communities worldwide? Are you seeking to join an inclusive and diverse team that you can truly count on? You’ve come to the right place!

Come join us in reshaping the future with AtkinsRéalis. AtkinsRéalis is dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people.

AtkinsRéalis is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our growing team based in one of our available office locations in either Halifax, Ottawa, Toronto-GTA, Sudbury, Winnipeg, Calgary or Vancouver. In this role you will be responsible for the electrical design and execution of a wide variety of projects, with a focus on serving our National Defense Portfolio for upgrade and expansion of buildings and related base infrastructure across Canada. Subject matter expertise in electrical building systems including power utilities & distribution, grounding systems, lightning protection, lighting, fire alarm, security systems, communication, control systems and sustainable building initiatives will set you apart. Project experience should include training centers, vehicle and fleet maintenance, research laboratories, operational headquarters, personnel accommodation and ancillary facilities. Experience in the analysis of power distribution systems including short circuit studies, protective device coordination, arc flash & shock hazard, and power factor study & correction will be an additional asset. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining existing client relationships and developing new clients, coordinating work with other offices and disciplines, and satisfying customer expectations and requirements.

Please note that this position is open to build candidate pool for future opportunities.

Your role within the team

• Lead role for the electrical engineering commitments in accordance with scope, schedule, budget and procedures to ensure successful project completion.
• Resolving complex design/project execution issues through the development of innovative solutions as required. Apply Project Management principles on management of own projects and of team members.
• Manage electrical staff resources assigned to projects, mentor continuous development and participate in opportunities to recruit new team members.
• Providing technical guidance and quality assurance to electrical staff to ensure the technical adequacy of electrical engineering project work.
• Participating in the preparation of estimates and project proposals (or coordinating resources to do so) and approving the estimates for Electrical Engineering.
• Lead and manage the delivery of the electrical design and systems in multi-disciplinary projects from preliminary design through completion.
• Develop new business and support the growth of the National Defense market.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?

Because we offer:

• The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.
• An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.
• Your base of work can be chosen from multiple AtkinsRéalis office locations.
• A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.
• A work environment focused on health and safety.

The ideal candidate

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering. Registered as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng) with eligible for registration with multiple provinces in Canada.
• 10+ years’ experience in electrical consulting, with significant exposure to National Defense projects. Knowledge and application of the Canadian Electrical Code and applicable industry and regulatory standards.
• Experience in a consulting engineering environment, managing time, resources, and budget allocations.
• Strong client focus, including taking initiatives for Business Development, Marketing, and responding to RFPs.
• Willing to occasionally travel to project sites within Canada.
• Ability to obtain CISD Level II (SECRET) Clearance.

Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.

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