Technical Lead - Electrical Engineering Specialist

Schneider Electric; Calgary; On-site; CAD 91,200 - 136,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Pension matching

Wellbeing programs

Paid time off

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a Technical Lead – Electrical Engineering Specialist to join the Power Systems Hub Canada. You will lead technically complex projects from tendering through execution, owning technical delivery and architecture.

You will collaborate with project managers, sales teams and application centers across data centers, utilities, mining and renewables, mentoring engineers and guiding solution design in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• P.Eng. designation (Canada).
• 5+ years experience in electrical distribution (MV/LV).
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end technical execution of medium to large projects, from proposal to delivery.
• Serve as a technical authority for power systems and distribution solutions.
• Influence solution design, optimization, and innovation for complex customer environments.
• Lead without hierarchy by collaborating and mentoring across multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Electrical distribution

Power systems engineering

Leadership

Independent judgement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

P.Eng. designation (Canada)

Tools

Control systems

Process automation

Job description

Lead complex power and automation solutions that shape critical infrastructure

Schneider Electric is looking for a Technical Lead – Electrical Engineering Specialist to join our Power Systems Hub Canada. In this role, you will be at the heart of technically complex and high‑impact projects, providing leadership and expertise from tendering through execution.

You’ll work closely with project managers, tender managers, sales teams, and application centers, contributing to solutions across electrical distribution, control, and process automation—with a strong presence in industries such as Data Centers, Utilities, Mining, Renewables, Transportation, Water & Wastewater, and Marine.

This is a great opportunity for a senior electrical engineer who enjoys technical ownership, customer interaction, and influencing solution architecture.

Responsibilities

• Own the end‑to‑end technical execution of medium to large projects, from proposal to delivery
• Serve as a technical authority for power systems and distribution solutions
• Influence solution design, optimization, and innovation for complex customer environments
• Lead without hierarchy by collaborating and mentoring across multidisciplinary teams

What you will do

• Provide technical leadership during tendering and project execution phases
• Support sales teams by delivering optimized and compliant power system designs
• Define technical architectures and ensure engineering quality and integrity
• Lead and coordinate with engineers, contractors, consultants, and application centers
• Independently manage smaller projects without direct project management oversight
• Evaluate proposals, technical studies, and designs; identify risks and mitigation strategies
• Develop engineering estimates, bid documentation, and technical customer presentations
• Support facility upgrades for power, control, and automation systems
• Act as a technical ambassador for medium‑ and low‑voltage switchgear and switchboards

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Professional Engineer designation (P.Eng.) in Canada
• 5+ years of progressive experience in electrical distribution, including MV/LV systems
• Strong capability in electrical distribution design and power systems engineeringExperience leading or coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Ability to work independently and provide sound technical judgment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Assets

• Experience with control systems or process automation
• Background in complex or regulated industries (data centers, utilities, mining, etc.)
• Experience with project proposals, customer presentations, and technical negotiations

Additional Details

• Ability to travel up to 30% across Canada, the U.S., and Mexico
• Availability for occasional after‑hours or weekend work, depending on customer needs
• Comfortable working under pressure in fast‑paced project environments

Benefits

The compensation range for this full-time position, which includes base pay and short‑term incentive, is $91,200‑$136,800 for Ontario residents. We offer an inclusive benefits package that includes flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, pension matching, wellbeing programs, holidays & paid time off, and more. Salary within the range is determined by performance, knowledge, job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in all aspects of employment, regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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