Senior Electrical Engineer

SearchLabs; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefits

RRSP or pension

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

SearchLabs is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead electrical design across building systems in Toronto. You will deliver power distribution, lighting, life safety, and EV charging designs while coordinating with architects, mechanical engineers and facility teams.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and a P.Eng. license in Ontario, plus 8+ years in consulting environments. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and a P.Eng. license in Ontario.
• Minimum 8 years of electrical design experience in consulting environments.
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes and building systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design and project delivery for building systems and infrastructure.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects: scope, deliverables, CAD coordination, and budgets.
• Develop power distribution, lighting, life safety, and EV charging designs.
• Provide mentorship and technical leadership to junior engineers.
• Coordinate with architects, mechanical engineers and facility teams.

Skills

Electrical design

Project leadership

Client interaction

Bilingual English/French

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

P.Eng. license (Ontario)

Tools

MS Office

Engineering design software

Job description

Our client is a large, established provider of facility services and professional engineering solutions, supporting complex real estate portfolios across multiple regions. They are seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their Professional Services group in Toronto.

This position focuses on the design and delivery of building electrical systems across new and existing facilities, including base building systems, tenant improvements, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure. You will operate as a senior individual contributor, while also providing technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to other electrical engineers within the team.

The role offers the opportunity to work within a multi-disciplinary environment, collaborating with engineers, architects, facility teams, and CAD professionals to deliver high-quality electrical designs across a diverse project portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Electrical Design & Project Delivery
• Independently manage multiple concurrent electrical design projects, including:
• Scope definition and deliverable tracking
• Coordination and oversight of CAD production
• Interaction with authorities having jurisdiction
• Project financials, budgets, and timelines
• Develop electrical engineering designs for building systems, including:
• Power distribution and utility connections
• Lighting and lighting controls
• Emergency and backup power systems
• Life safety and fire alarm systems
• Renewable energy generation and energy storage systems
• Support the design of electric vehicle charging infrastructure for new and existing facilities
• Provide electrical design support for tenant fit-ups and mechanical equipment upgrades
• Carry designs from project initiation through completion, including:
• Equipment selection
• Cost and schedule input
• Technical reports and calculations
• Design specifications and construction drawings
• Collaborate closely with architectural, mechanical, and facility management teams to ensure integrated and coordinated designs

Leadership & Practice Support

• Provide mentorship and technical support to junior and intermediate engineers
• Contribute to the development and improvement of engineering processes, quality control measures, and best practices
• Support the maintenance and enhancement of standard specifications, design details, and technical libraries
• Act as a senior technical resource for electrical engineering deliverables across the practice

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 8 years of experience in electrical engineering and design
• Strong background in consulting engineering environments
• Thorough knowledge of electrical codes and provincial building codes
• Proven experience designing building and site electrical systems, including power, lighting, and life safety systems
• Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Bilingual proficiency (English/French) considered an asset
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common engineering/design tools
• Knowledge of building mechanical systems considered an asset
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
• Experience interfacing directly with clients and stakeholders

Education & Professional Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) license in Ontario is required
• Engineering licensure in other provinces is considered an asset

Why This Role

• Senior-level technical role with meaningful influence on design quality and standards
• Exposure to a broad range of building electrical and infrastructure projects
• Collaborative, professional engineering environment
• Opportunity to mentor and shape developing engineering talent
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

Compensation Transparency

The expected compensation range for this role is $100,000 - $125,000 annually, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications. Additional compensation elements may include:

• Group benefits and wellness programs
• Retirement or savings programs (e.g., RRSP or pension)
• Performance-based incentives, where applicable
• All non-discretionary compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Artificial intelligence (AI) is not used to screen, assess, or make hiring decisions for this role. All applications are reviewed by qualified recruitment professionals.

Vacancy Status

This posting represents a current vacancy.