Team Lead, Electrical Design

Aecon Concessions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is a leader in infrastructure development! As the Electrical Design Team Lead, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the electrical distribution team, ensuring that projects are completed efficiently and safely. You'll provide technical expertise, manage resources, and mentor team members while adhering to industry standards. This dynamic role offers the chance to contribute to impactful projects that shape the future of communities across Canada. If you are passionate about sustainable construction and want to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Mental Health Support Services

Career Development Programs

Diversity & Inclusion Training

Employee Resource Groups

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in electrical design and project management.
• Strong knowledge of North American codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the electrical distribution team and ensure design tasks are completed safely.
• Provide technical support and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Bentley MicroStation

Quick Pole

SPIDA Calc

PLS CAD

Job description

It has come to our attention that various international organizations or individuals have been offering false employment opportunities at Aecon Group Inc. Aecon Group Inc. employment policies and processes involve interviews, and candidates who seek employment are never required to pay us any sum of money. To do so would be contrary to our business conduct guidelines and ethical practices. We also do not extend formal offers of employment or execute employment agreements through social media or social chat platforms.

We take this matter extremely seriously and are working with the appropriate authorities to shut down such fraudulent schemes. Please remain vigilant on this matter and report any suspicious outreach to your local authorities and email any concerns to [e-mail]

Date: Apr 7, 2025

Location:

Toronto, ON, CA

Operating Sector: Telecommunications

Position Title: Team Lead, Electrical Design

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

Faster. Smarter. Safer. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Utilities is ready to become Canada’s #1 utility construction provider and we are looking for a Electrical Design, Team Lead to help us get there!

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Electrical Design, Team Lead will be a key member of the engineering team.

What You'll Do Here:

• Supervise and coordinate: Oversee the daily activities of the electrical distribution team, ensuring design tasks are completed efficiently and safely.
• Technical support: Provide expertise in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to power distribution systems.
• Project Management: Work closely with the Project Management Team to ensure designs are completed on time and within budget.
• Training and development: Mentor and train team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Compliance: Ensure all work complies with relevant safety standards and regulations.
• Resource management: Allocate resources effectively to meet project deadlines and operational goals.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of all project-related documents.
• Safety: Promote, lead, and execute a Safety-First culture for employees, subcontractors, and consultants in compliance with the project's Environmental Health and Safety Program.
• Complete technical design drawing reviews for scope adherence, and CAD quality.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology and a minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant job experience.
• Demonstrated ability for developing design calculations, construction drawings, and specifications.
• Previous managerial experience is considered an asset.
• Experience with Quick Pole, SPIDA Calc or PLS CAD is considered an asset.
• Good knowledge of North American codes and standards such as CSA, NEC, CEC, IEEE, or NERC.
• Experience in AutoCAD and/or Bentley MicroStation is an asset.
• Experience working with electrical distribution utilities.
• Exceptional ability to multitask in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Must be able to work under pressure and have a sense of urgency.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA during any step of the application process please click here.