Senior Electrical Engineer

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Charlotte (NC); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is looking for an Electrical Engineer to design projects in the water sector. This role emphasizes strong knowledge of electrical systems and codes, with a focus on water/wastewater industry. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of ten years of related experience. The position supports remote work and offers a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid family leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years related work experience or equivalent education.
• Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.
• Proven project document production and leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute projects in water and wastewater.
• Lead teams through all phases of project production.
• Develop client relations and assist in construction management.

Skills

Electrical codes interpretation

Experience with distribution systems

Schematic control diagrams

Project document production

Project leadership

Microsoft Office Suite

AutoCAD

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM360

ETAP

SKM PowerTools

Job description

Communities everywhere share the need for clean water. And as they work to meet that need, they’re facing new, more complex challenges every day. Our water professionals collaborate to contribute innovative ideas, guided by scientific rigor and a vision for sustainable growth. Every day, we’re helping communities improve, reuse, and protect our world’s most precious resource.

Join our team to deliver transformational projects that will benefit future generations. Grow with us, H2O+U.

Your Opportunity

Are you ready to grow? We are looking for an Electrical Engineer (location is flexible) to support our growth within the Water Sector at Stantec. In this role you will be responsible for the design and execution of projects ranging in size and complexity, with a focus on water and wastewater. Our people are Stantec’s most valuable resource, and in joining our team you will be able to leverage your career experiences and expertise within a culture that values inclusion, celebrates shared success, and applauds ambition. Does working with clients on great projects, with a talented team of professionals appeal to you? Apply now and you can join some of the best technical people in the world and work on projects you can be proud of.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Requisite knowledge, interpretation, and application of industry standards as well as electrical codes.

• Experience with distribution systems operating at 120/208V, 480V, and 4160V.

• Experience with the development of schematic control diagrams and block diagrams.

• Strong understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications, particularly in the water/wastewater industry.

• Strong knowledge of electrical systems means and methods, materials, and industry standards, particularly in the water/wastewater industry.

• Ability to lead one or more teams through all phases of project document production.

• Checks the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manages time to meet project budget and schedule.

• Participates and collaborates in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.

• Advanced understanding of electrical engineering concepts and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others.

• Well-versed understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and AutoDesk products (i.e. AutoCAD, BIM360). Familiarity with Revit is a plus but not a requirement.

• Experience with specialized power system software such as ETAP and SKM PowerTools is a plus, but not a requirement.

• Experience with the construction phase of the project, including but not limited to shop drawing reviews, RFI reviews, and field inspections. Water Capabilities and Credentials

• Specialization in water/wastewater facility design

• Ability to

• Assist in the development of construction bid documents

• Bid review, proposal development, and manhour estimates

• Assist in the development of design documents including conduit layouts, material specifications, etc.

• Develop and build client relations.

• Assembling calculation packages for electrical designs, etc.

• Assist with electrical construction, startup, and commissioning field support: client, contractor, and vendor interaction.

• Has knowledge of electrical material specifications and procurement

• Proven track record of coordinate with the other engineering disciplines; specifically Piping Design, Structural, Control Systems, Process Engineering and Construction.

• Have general knowledge of industry standards and best practices.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

• A minimum of ten years of related work experience or, an equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

• Professional Engineer (PE) is a preferred, but licensed engineer in training (EIT) with plans to pursue a professional engineer (PE) license will be considered.

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

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

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.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, 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 family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

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: United States | OH | Cleveland

Organization: BC-2243 Water-US Delivery

Employee Status: Regular

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 16/06/2025 04:06:37

Req ID: REQ25000262

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, 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 laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.