Job Description

There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that.

Who are we looking for?

Our Waterloo and/or GTA offices are looking for a Lead Electrical Engineer to join the Design Services Group. As a member of the multidiscipline design team, the Electrical Engineer will work on a broad spectrum of electrical aspects for multiple projects including new installations, upgrades of existing systems, testing, commissioning, and construction support. This person must have solid understanding of low and medium voltage power distribution design, motor control concepts and functionality, electrical system protection and control, standby power options and implementation, detailed design work, construction contract administration and support, and commissioning activities for water and wastewater treatment plants, industrial plants, solid waste and non-utility power generation plants in municipal and industrial sectors. Quick adaptation to different clients’ design standards, experience with working on pursuits, mentoring and coaching junior staff, developing team standards and managing client relations is a must.

In an ever-changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead.

We’re seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways.

As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change. See what the power of commitment can do for you.

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world, we live in.

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners, and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Working with an energetic and high-performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Taking the lead of writing proposals, developing design and construction fees, and report writing.
• Developing electrical team standards and function as a technical leader that can be used as guide on all projects by senior and intermediate engineers.
• Managing client relations and assisting with business development.
• Working in fast paced environment on multiple large complex projects with the support of a dedicated team of engineers.
• Functioning as Project Lead, completing condition assessments, participating in and lead client workshops, value engineering exercises, present design options, and making technical decisions. This would include preparing and leading electrical specific meetings with clients presenting design options, system functionality, etc.
• Leading electrical project teams throughout project phases and monitoring schedule, quality of deliverable and budgets.
• Potentially taking on supervision role and providing coaching to other electrical staff.
• Preparing detailed design drawing packages for projects of varying scales, including, but not limited to the following:
• Utility interconnection
• Electrical system protection and coordination
• LV/MV power distribution
• LV/MV motor control
• Standby power systems design
• Instrumentation and Control
• Building services (lighting, security, etc.)
• Fire Alarm systems
• Security Systems including CCTV, cameras etc.
• PA systems
• DC systems and UPS
• Grounding
• Equipment layouts
• Completion and review of electrical design calculations.
• Preparation of contract documentation including equipment specifications, cable/conduit schedules, installation specifications, equipment procurement documents, sub-contractor requisitions, scope-of-work, bill-of-materials, and process narratives.
• Technical review and quality control of design drawings and documents. Professional sealing of technical documents.
• Support during tendering and construction including responding to RFIs, assisting GHD and client site personnel, reviewing shop drawings, evaluating electrical reports (short circuit, protective device coordination, arc flash, ground potential rise (GPR), harmonics, etc), completing site inspections, preparing testing plans, preparation and evaluation of change orders and participation in project meetings.
• Coordination of electrical system designs with other engineering disciplines (process, mechanical, civil, structural, etc.), vendors, and outside design team members. Providing direction to and coordination with internal designers/drafters team.
• Ensuring compliance with Canadian electrical codes and standards, relevant industry standards and regulations. Coordination and liaison with clients and approving authorities.
  
  

Skills, Competencies and Qualifications:

• B.A.Sc. in Electrical Engineering
• Registered member of the Professional Engineers of Ontario
• 15-20+ years of experience involved in the design and implementation of MV and LV electrical systems as well as solid understanding of field instrumentation.
• Demonstrated experience working on large scale projects.
• Experience with supervising electrical teams.
• Experience leading technical development of electrical discipline.
• Experience with managing client relations, scope changes, schedule and budgets, on complex engineering projects.
• Excellent knowledge of Canadian electrical codes and standards, relevant industry standards and regulations. Understanding of MV and LV power distribution design concepts, equipment and personnel safety strategies and electrical system protection theories and applications.
• Strong analytical skills. Demonstrated ability to pay attention to detail and continual diligence to follow-up. Ability to exercise sound judgment
• Self-motivated, with strong desire to learn.
• Well organized, able to multi-task and work in fast paced changing and challenging environments. Strong organizational, interpersonal and written/oral communication skills.
• Be a part of multi-functional teams with the ability to relate well and cooperate with other members of the team, to effectively coordinate activities and accomplish goals.
• Experience working on industrial projects is an asset.
• Experience with City of Toronto and York Region projects is an asset.
• P.Eng. in other provinces outside of Ontario is an asset.
• PMP designation is an asset.
• G class driver’s license
  
  

We offer a professional working environment and culture and believe that work / life balance is critical to the success and happiness of our people. We also offer competitive salary packages based on qualifications, skills and experience.

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.