Senior Electrical Engineer

Stantec

Winnipeg

On-site

CAD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

Employee stock purchase program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading design firm in Winnipeg seeks a skilled Electrical Engineer to lead diverse building design projects. This role involves overseeing electrical design, client interaction, and team coordination, ensuring all phases of projects meet standards. A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and extensive experience (10+ years preferred) are essential for success, as you will engage in various project complexities across multiple sectors. Competitive benefits and a commitment to sustainability are hallmarks of this position.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering & Licensed Professional Engineer required.
Minimum of 10 years of experience preferred.
Thorough understanding of electrical engineering concepts.
Strong communication and project leadership abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

Lead electrical design and construction oversight for various projects.
Assess required work and prepare proposals.
Coordinate project specifications and models.
Lead client presentations and obtain design approvals.
Mentor junior staff and coordinate multi-discipline teams.
Ensure QA/QC on project deliverables and adherence to codes.

Skills

Comprehensive knowledge of building codes

Electrical systems knowledge

Advanced communication skills

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Team collaboration skills

Leadership ability

Presentation skills

P.Eng license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

AGI 32

SKM

HOMER

Job description

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.

Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.

Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

With minimal guidance from the electrical team lead, you will lead electrical design and construction oversight on a broad variety of building design projects in different geographies and diverse industry sectors, including healthcare, education, commercial, institutional, industrial, etc. Your involvement will start at initial proposal stage and will continue until project closeout. You will work on various electrical systems associated with buildings and other structures or places. You will work with clients, guide junior staff, and coordinate with other discipline teams.

Your Key Responsibilities

Responsible for projects of various complexity/size.
Assess required work and prepare proposals.
Select appropriate team for a project and inform that team of an assignment.
Lead electrical engineering work on all electrical systems for a project.
Present designs to clients and obtain acceptance.
Coordinate development of models and working drawings utilizing BIM and AutoCAD technologies.
Prepare or oversee necessary calculations and sizing.
Lead preparation of project specifications, including where applicable commercial terms.
Lead project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner, contractor, sub‑contractors, and vendors.
Participate in value analysis and basic cost estimating.
Manage the project scope, budget, staffing and schedule.
Perform and oversee the performance of necessary calculations.
Conduct quality assurance and quality control on own projects.
Conduct peer reviews of project work prepared by other engineers.
Lead the development of new standards, practices, and specifications for the electrical team.
Work on multiple concurrent projects.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Comprehensive knowledge and application of National Building Code, Canadian Electrical Code, and other applicable building and industry codes.
Thorough understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.
Thorough knowledge of electrical systems, means and methods, materials, and industry practices.
Ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.
Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.
Thorough understanding of electrical engineering concepts and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others.
Advanced oral and written communication skills.
Good presentation and interview skills.
Good understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, Revit, AutoCAD.
Experience with specialty modeling software, such as AGI 32, Visual Lighting, SKM, ETAP, HOMER, etc. is an asset.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering & Licensed Professional Engineer required.

Minimum Of 10 Years Of Experience Preferred.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may require travel and include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future‑proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax‑free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location

Canada | MB | Winnipeg

Organization

BC-1154 Buildings-CA Manitoba

Employee Status

Regular

Business Justification

New Position

Travel

Yes

Schedule

Full time