Senior Electrical Technologist

Stantec; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in integrated design practice, Stantec, seeks a Senior Electrical Technologist to join their Buildings Group. In this role, you'll contribute to electrical design and implementation while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. You will manage project budgets and schedules, applying your extensive knowledge of electrical standards and systems. This is a full-time opportunity located in Alberta, where you will help shape sustainable designs for both infrastructure and buildings.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness spending accounts

Group registered retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in electrical technology, particularly on building projects.
• Proven track record in complex electrical design and project implementation.
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of electrical systems for various projects.
• Conduct site assessments and prepare detailed electrical drawings and specifications.
• Support installation and testing of electrical systems.

Skills

Project Management

Electrical Design

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Education

Diploma or degree in Electrical Technology

Certification as an Electrical Technologist (CET)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

ETAP

Agi32

Job description

Senior Electrical Technologist - ( 2500025H )

Description

Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking a skilled and highly motivated Intermediate to Senior Electrical Technologist to join our Buildings Group. The successful candidate will contribute to electrical design and implementation projects, provide technical expertise, and support the delivery of high-quality electrical designs. This role requires a solid understanding of electrical systems, strong project management skills, the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Your Key Responsibilities

As the successful candidate, your responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Assist in the design and development of electrical systems for both transportation infrastructure, and buildings projects, including Streetlighting, underground electrical distribution systems, building power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and communication systems.
• Coordinate shallow utility relocations and site servicing designs for major buildings projects, and transportation infrastructure upgrade projects.
• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies to determine project requirements and constraints.
• Prepare detailed electrical drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Support the installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems to ensure compliance with design specifications and safety standards.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to integrate electrical systems into multi-discipline designs.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.
• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices to continuously improve our engineering services.
  
  

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Proven track record of successfully contributing to complex electrical design and implementation projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in electrical design software and tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, ETAP, Agi32).
  
  

Education And Experience

• Diploma or degree in Electrical Technology or a related field.
• Certification as an Electrical Technologist (e.g., CET) preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in electrical technology, with a focus on building projects.
• Red seal/ Journeyman Electrician certificate considered an asset.
  
  

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.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a well-being program, health care spending account, wellness spending accounts, 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-Alberta-Calgary

Other Locations : Canada-Alberta-Edmonton, Canada-Alberta-Fort McMurray, Canada-Alberta-Lethbridge, Canada-Alberta-Medicine Hat, Canada-Alberta-Red Deer

Organization : BC-1153 Buildings-CA Alberta

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Jun 3, 2025, 9:58:33 AM

Req ID: 2500025H

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Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans