Senior Electrical Engineer

CBCL Limited; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and dental benefit

CAAT Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Generous vacation allowance

Hybrid work model

Education and lifelong learning subsid

Job summary

CBCL Limited is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join the Electrical Utilities & Renewables team in Atlantic Canada. The role leads complex multidisciplinary projects from feasibility to detailed design, mentori ng junior staff, and ensuring design excellence across substations, transmission/distribution, and renewable developments.

The candidate will manage multi-disciplinary teams, apply Canadian Electrical Code knowledge, and support business development while traveling to project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and P.Eng. eligibility/registration with provincial associations.
• 10+ years of electrical engineering and project management experience.
• Experience in medium- and high-voltage power distribution and protection/controls.

Responsibilities

• Act as Project Manager and Technical Lead on complex multidisciplinary projects for industrial clients, electrical utilities, and renewable energy developers.
• Mentor junior engineers and technologists to foster professional development and growth.
• Oversee preparation of technical reports, design drawings, specifications, tender documents, and budgets.
• Ensure safety, quality, and compliance with electrical codes and CSA standards.
• Support business development with client relationships, proposals, and expanding electrical services.
• Conduct site reviews and oversee construction activities to ensure successful project execution.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication skills

Proposal writing

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

P.Eng. (Professional Engineer) eligibility/registration

Tools

AutoCAD

PLS-CADD

Revit

SKM

ETAP

CYME

PSCAD

PSS/E

WinIGS

Job description

At CBCL Limited, we are a successful, dynamic, and growing engineering, geotechnical, and environmental consulting firm. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Electrical Utilities & Renewables team based in either Halifax, Nova Scotia or one of our New Brunswick branch offices (Moncton, Fredericton, or Saint John). Bring your expertise, creativity, and leadership to a team that thrives on delivering excellence in electrical design and consulting for a wide range of high-voltage infrastructure projects; including substations, transmission & distribution systems, and renewable energy developments. The candidate we seek will lead complex projects and help shape the future of our electrical utilities and renewables division. This role offers the opportunity to establish best practices, mentor others, and play a key role in building a high-performing engineering team.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and Innovate: Act as Project Manager and Technical Lead on complex multidisciplinary projects for industrial clients, electrical utilities, and renewable energy developers, from initial feasibility through to detailed design and implementation;
• Mentor and Inspire: Guide and mentor junior engineers and technologists, fostering an environment that encourages professional development, innovation, and growth;
• Design with Precision: Oversee the preparation of technical reports, design drawings, equipment and construction specifications, tender documents, and costing activities;
• Deliver Excellence: Apply a deep level of electrical engineering experience, provide review and support across multidisciplinary teams, and ensure efficient project execution toward the goal of technical excellence;
• Ensure Safety & Quality: Incorporate important safety standards and principles of risk management into designs and ensure projects adhere to relevant electrical codes, standards, and industry best practices;
• Drive Business Growth: Lead or support business development activities including client relationship management, proposal preparation, and expanding our electrical services; and
• Provide On-Site Expertise: Conduct site reviews, assess existing infrastructure, and oversee construction activities to ensure the successful execution of projects.

Your Capabilities and Credentials:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) is required, with registration or eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with provincial Engineering Associations.
• A minimum of 10-years of relevant electrical engineering and project management experience;
• Experience in electrical power system design, including medium- and high-voltage power distribution, protection & controls, system grounding, SCADA and telecommunications, with in-depth knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code, provincial modifications, and relevant CSA standards;
• Capability to write compelling proposals with comprehensive budgets and schedules that provide optimal value for our clients;
• Strong organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines and deliver quality work on-time and within budget;
• Ability to implement innovative and sustainable engineering solutions and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced work environment;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; and
• Have a valid Driver’s License and be willing to travel occasionally.

We encourage applications from candidates whose experience and skills align with the core requirements of the role, even if they do not meet every qualification listed.

Additional skills and experience that will make you stand out

• Experience working in a consulting engineering environment specifically in the industrial, electric/telecommunication utility, and/or renewable energy fields;
• Experience working directly in the Electric Utility industry, transmission and distribution and/or generation;
• Experience managing large multidisciplinary projects and budgets;
• Strong familiarity with electrical design and modeling software (e.g. AutoCAD, PLS-CADD, Revit, SKM, ETAP, CYME, PSCAD, PSS/E, WinIGS etc.);
• Power distribution system modeling and analysis including load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, and arc flash studies;
• The ability to communicate in both English and French would be an asset.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive compensation package effective on your first day of employment:
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits
  • CAAT Defined Benefit Pension Plan with employer contributions
  • Generous vacation allowance commensurate with experience
• Maternity or Parental leave top-up
• Health spending account
• Wellness incentive
• Membership dues reimbursement
• Education and lifelong learning subsidization
• Community volunteering incentive
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Public transit subsidy

In addition to the above benefits, we offer:

• Flexible hours and locations to support work/life balance, including hybrid solutions;
• Ability to work paid overtime and bank time-in-lieu for future use;
• Diverse team with a wide range of experience and expertise;
• Exposure to a variety of projects;
• Support to develop skills and pursue projects related to your own interests;
• Collaboration between multiple disciplines and levels of expertise;
• Mentoring opportunities to foster your personal and professional development;
• Accessible and central offices in Atlantic Canada and Ottawa; and
• Access to training opportunities in areas ranging from technical development to leadership skills.
• CBCL is employee-owned, with ownership opportunities available to eligible staff.

About Us

At CBCL our purpose is to create a positive and lasting impact on people and our planet. As an employee-owned firm, at CBCL, our people are everything. We are committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity for a workplace where everyone can thrive, and we build long-term relationships with our clients while providing them with innovative solutions.

We have earned recognition as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Our multitalented group of professionals offer consulting in the Infrastructure, Water and Wastewater, Buildings, Industrial, and Earth and Environment sectors. We value our people, our communities, and our history and look forward to continuing our steady growth.

Along with our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint corporately, CBCL develops and implements sustainable engineering solutions that respect the current social and environmental impacts, as well as future implications of our designs.

CBCL operates from its offices in Halifax and Sydney, NS; Charlottetown, PE; Saint John, Fredericton and Moncton, NB; St. John's, NL, and Ottawa, ON.

CBCL Limited strives to provide a diverse workplace that is inclusive, accessible and celebrates individuals and what makes us unique. We are proud to be an employer partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment or interview process, or while working with us, please email [e-mail]. We will work with you to meet your needs in a respectful and timely manner.

Our goal is to ensure every candidate has a fair opportunity to demonstrate their abilities. We value diverse perspectives and are dedicated to removing barriers that may prevent individuals from thriving in their roles.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those applicants who are selected to interview will be contacted.