Senior Electrical Engineer

David Aplin Recruiting; Sydney; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major employer in the Maritimes is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join their team in Cape Breton Regional Municipality. This role involves ensuring the reliability of critical infrastructure and supporting large-scale technology initiatives. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and relevant experience, ideally over 7 years. The position offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a focus on health and wellness. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Excellent benefits package

Career advancement opportunities

Health and wellness-focused environment

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience in electrical engineering.
• Membership in The Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Newfoundland and Labrador or Engineers Nova Scotia.
• Experience in electric utility operations and HVdc facilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure reliability and performance of critical infrastructure.
• Support large-scale technology initiatives.
• Drive efficiency and continuous improvement across existing assets.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Communication skills

Safety leadership

Cybersecurity knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

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Our client, a major employer in the Maritimes, is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join their established and high-performing team. In this role, you’ll help ensure the reliability and performance of critical infrastructure, support a range of upcoming large-scale technology initiatives, and drive efficiency and continuous improvement across existing assets. The role is based out of their Newfoundland or Nova Scotia offices.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, with active membership in The Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Newfoundland and Labrador or Engineers Nova Scotia.
• 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Background in electric utility operations, HVdc facilities, and/or Control and Protection systems.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity is an asset.
• Strong safety leadership; experience with maintenance shutdown planning is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills and a demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Valid driver’s licence, with regular travel required between office locations.
• Willingness to participate in after-hours consultation and emergency power restoration efforts.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation, including an excellent benefits package and DCPP.
• Clear opportunities for career advancement and long-term growth.
• Health and wellness–focused environment, including access to a fitness centre, parental leave top-up, and comprehensive wellness benefits.
• Meaningful community involvement with an organization dedicated to strengthening the regions it serves.

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.

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