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Electrical Designer

Canada, Dundas 27.00 - 45.00 USD / Hour · Job Posted June 01, 2026
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We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Electrical Designer to join our client, a professional engineering consulting team in Waterloo, Ontario. This role is designed for a technical professional with four or more years of experience in the building services industry. Working within a collaborative multi-disciplinary environment, you will handle the technical design of electrical systems for a diverse portfolio, including high-rise residential, educational institutions, commercial "big box" stores, and long-term care facilities. This is an in-office position focused on delivering high-quality design documents from preliminary phases through to project completion.

Job Responsibility

  • Develop technical designs for power distribution, fire alarms, standby/life safety generators, and emergency systems under the guidance of senior staff
  • Produce and update drawings, site instructions, change notices, and addenda using AutoCAD and Revit
  • Perform essential design calculations, select relevant equipment, and utilize lighting design software for site photometric plans and fixture selection
  • Ensure electrical systems are seamlessly integrated with mechanical, architectural, and structural disciplines
  • Assist in resolving construction site issues, reviewing progress, and liaising with contractors and clients
  • Supervise and provide technical markups to junior staff members while representing the electrical discipline in design meetings

Requirements

  • Graduation from an accredited engineering program
  • Eligible for or currently holding a P.Eng., LEL, C.E.T., or C.Tech. designation
  • 4+ years of electrical design experience within an engineering consulting firm
  • Demonstrated expertise in AutoCAD
  • Strong working knowledge of Ontario and Canadian standards, including OBC, OESC, NFPA, and IES
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and ability to manage time effectively across multiple projects
  • Comfortable working out of the Hamilton, ON office 5 days a week

Nice to have

  • Experience with Revit and AGI32 (or similar lighting software)

What we offer

  • Competitive Pay
  • Professional Development with mentorship from Senior Electrical Engineers
  • Diverse Portfolio of projects
  • Career Advancement opportunities to manage junior staff
  • Modern Tools like Revit, AutoCAD, and AGI32
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