Real Estate Development - Senior Designer/Designer, Electrical Systems

THE BUSINESS

We are Everyday Luxury™.

It's what we do and how we do it - together.

It's working alongside world-class talent in pursuit of world-class results.

It's maximizing your potential in a high-performance culture.

It's knowing that wherever you are, you belong.

It's elevating your world - and the world of those who love and will love Aritzia.

It's You. And an endless runway of opportunity.

With a Global Support Campus in Vancouver and additional Support Office hubs in major cities across North America - including Toronto, New York, Los Angeles and Seattle - our workplace network is strategically designed to support our People and serve our Clients a frictionless experience. So, you can do what you do best - with us.

THE TEAM

The mission of the Architecture Department is to unite the creative vision, technical execution, and coordinated project delivery under one strategic approach, ensuring every project is thoughtfully designed, documented, and seamlessly delivered.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Aritzia is growing, and our Architecture team is growing with it. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the Engineering Systems team responsible for translating design vision into technically sound, fully integrated spaces, ensuring building systems and specialty elements are coordinated to meet project goals. As the Senior Designer/Designer, Electrical Systems, you will play a critical role in ensuring electrical systems are accurately and compliantly integrated into store designs. Working alongside internal creative and regulatory teams, as well as external consultants, you will help translate design intent into executable solutions while applying strong technical expertise and regulatory knowledge across a range of control systems. And, with the skills you gain in this role, the opportunities are endless, from a rewarding career in Real Estate to continued success at Aritzia.

THE ROLE

As the Senior Designer/Designer, Electrical Systems, you will:

• Support with the development of electrical design guidelines and RFP content while assessing consultant deliverables to ensure they meet technical quality.

• Collaborate with our Leasing and Architecture teams on leasing documents and other project early works requirements to ensure our leased spaces are adequately prepared for boutique needs.

• Support with the development and maintenance of design and documentation standards around electrical works in our retail spaces.

• Execute the review of electrical systems to ensure adherence to relevant codes and regulations, supporting safe and legal implementations.

• Support with the translation of creative lighting concepts into code-compliant, field-ready solutions that maintain design intent.

• Support the cross-functional coordination of internal teams and external partners to ensure cohesive delivery of all electrical infrastructure across our retail environments.

• Support with milestone drawing reviews and flag technical risks early, contributing to efficient delivery and reduced downstream issues.

• Support in the design of repeatable, scalable system solutions to support growth across multiple store formats and regions.

THE QUALIFICATIONS

The Senior Designer/Designer, Electrical Systems has:

• Proven skills, certifications, education and/or experience in electrical engineering, electrical systems design, and electrical code application.

• A degree in Electrical Engineering.

• Strong electrical code and system design knowledge.

• Experience working with external consultants.

• A commitment to learn and apply Aritzia's Values and Business and People Leadership principles.

THE COMPENSATION

At Aritzia, we provide market-leading compensation packages designed to reward impact through our pay-for-performance philosophy. The range for roles at this level is $100,000–$300,000 per year.

Total compensation may include base, bonus and/or equity depending on the role, which has the potential to be greater than this range.

With comprehensive benefits, aspirational workspaces, and elevated perks and experiences - we provide it all.

THE PERKS

Some of the industry-leading benefits you will receive working at Aritzia:

• Product Discount - Maybe you’ve heard of our famous product discount? Or our exclusive private shopping events? You have now.

• Baby Leave Program - We provide up to 16 weeks of paid time to support you and your growing family.

• A-OK Commissary & Cafe - Everyday Luxury dining, exclusive to Aritzia. Our in-house bistro and cafe is a private oasis where employees can enjoy curated, subsidized Everyday Luxury dining.

• The SET - Our in-office fitness studio and gym with state-of-the-art equipment, custom-created classes and optional personal training. Open 7 days a week, it works out well.

• Aritzia Virtual Wellness - Because your health, happiness and safety matter, we provide 24/7 resources to support you in your wellbeing goals, whether they’re physical, mental, social or financial.

• Aspirational Workplace - Our offices are specially designed to be spaces of creativity, productivity and inspiration. They’re also dog friendly. Woof.

• Amenities - Additional amenities include a private parent’s room, shower facilities with elevated complementary conveniences, bike rooms and more.

• The Extras - We also offer a multitude of other perks like dry-cleaning, hotel and restaurant discounts, self-care promos and on-site medical care.

ARITZIA

Aritzia is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, place of origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, disability, age, and any other protected characteristic. 

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People & Culture Team.

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