Senior Electrical Engineer
On-siteHalifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Job Summary
Lead complex multidisciplinary projects from initial feasibility through detailed design and implementation for industrial clients, electrical utilities, and renewable energy developers. Oversee preparation of technical reports, design drawings, equipment specifications, tender documents, and costing activities while ensuring adherence to electrical codes, standards, and industry best practices. Mentor junior engineers and technologists, conduct site reviews to assess existing infrastructure, and oversee construction activities. Drive business growth through client relationship management, proposal preparation, and expanding electrical services. Apply deep electrical engineering experience to provide review and support across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring efficient project execution toward technical excellence.
Required Qualifications
- A degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
- registration or eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with provincial Engineering Associations
- A minimum of 10-years of relevant electrical engineering and project management experience
- Experience in electrical power system design, including medium- and high-voltage power distribution, protection & controls, system grounding, SCADA and telecommunications
- in-depth knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code, provincial modifications, and relevant CSA standards
- Capability to write compelling proposals with comprehensive budgets and schedules that provide optimal value for our clients
- Strong organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines and deliver quality work on-time and within budget
- Ability to implement innovative and sustainable engineering solutions and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced work environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Have a valid Driver's License
- be willing to travel occasionally
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working in a consulting engineering environment specifically in the industrial, electric/telecommunication utility, and/or renewable energy fields
- Experience working directly in the Electric Utility industry, transmission and distribution and/or generation
- Experience managing large multidisciplinary projects and budgets
- Strong familiarity with electrical design and modeling software (e.g. AutoCAD, PLS-CADD, Revit, SKM, ETAP, CYME, PSCAD, PSS/E, WinIGS etc.)
- Power distribution system modeling and analysis including load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, and arc flash studies
- The ability to communicate in both English and French
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