Senior Electrical Engineer - Building Systems Lead

MCW Custom Energy Solutions Ltd.; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MCW Custom Energy Solutions Ltd. in Vancouver, BC seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design, coordination, and delivery of electrical building systems from concept through construction.

You will provide technical leadership, mentor junior staff, and build strong client relationships while managing multiple projects in a collaborative consulting environment. This full-time permanent role requires relocation to Vancouver for the successful candidate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• P.Eng. or eligible for registration with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
• 10+ years of progressive experience in electrical consulting engineering with a focus on building and infrastructure projects.
• Experience designing HV substations (indoor and outdoor), generator systems, system grounding, underground utility distribution systems, duct banks, and power cabling.
• Experience with utility coordination, power system protection and control, fire alarm, and life safety systems.
• Strong knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code, BC Building Code, CSA standards, and applicable industry design standards.
• Experience with commercial, institutional, healthcare, industrial, or mixed-use projects is considered an asset.
• LEED AP, WELL AP, or experience with sustainable building design is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design of building systems including medium voltage power distribution, low voltage power distribution, lighting, emergency power, fire alarm, communications, security, and low-voltage systems.
• Prepare engineering calculations including power loads and service sizing, voltage drop, short circuit ratings, duct bank design and cabling and lighting calculations eg.
• Develop design concepts, engineering reports, specifications, and construction drawings using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary designs with mechanical, structural, architectural, and civil teams.
• Review drawings, specifications, and calculations prepared by junior engineers and designers to ensure technical accuracy and compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Perform site investigations, existing building assessments, and condition reports.
• Participate in client meetings, design presentations, and technical discussions throughout project development.
• Coordinate with utility providers, authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), contractors, and equipment vendors.
• Provide construction administration services including shop drawing reviews, responses to RFIs, site reviews, commissioning support, and field inspections.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and technical resources to ensure successful project execution.
• Mentor junior engineers, designers, and EITs while promoting technical excellence and professional development.
• Ensure designs comply with the Canadian Electrical Code, BC Building Code and applicable industry standards.
• Support business development initiatives, proposal preparation, and client relationship management.

Skills

Project management

Mentorship

Client relations

Communication skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Electrical building systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

P.Eng. or eligible for EGBC

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Electrical engineering software

Job description

MCW Custom Energy Solutions Ltd. in Vancouver, BC seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design, coordination, and delivery of electrical building systems from concept through construction.

You will provide technical leadership, mentor junior staff, and build strong client relationships while managing multiple projects in a collaborative consulting environment. This full-time permanent role requires relocation to Vancouver for the successful candidate.