Electrical Building Engineer
- Montreal, QC, Canada
Full-time
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- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- 4–10+ years of relevant experience in building electrical systems
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Job Summary
Join a strong and established building electrical engineering team of more than 50 professionals based in Montréal. You will be joining the team led by Marie- Pier Ste-Croix Marquis, recently appointed Director of Electrical Engineering, who brings more than 15 years of experience at BPA and succeeds the former Director of Electrical Engineering in their transition to a pan Canadian Vice President, Electrical role.
This role is ideal for someone who has the experience and interest to share knowledge, grow and develop him/herself and the team, with advance technical expertise, and lead impactful projects of varying scale, including new construction, full project lifecycle delivery, and major mandates supported by BPA’s in house experts.
Depending on interest and experience, the position offers opportunities in team leadership, people management, mentorship, or deep technical expertise.
Your Main Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate the design, analysis, and verification of electrical systems for building projects
- Work closely with engineers, designers, and clients to develop tailored, practical solutions
- Conduct site surveys and assess existing installations to develop optimized system upgrades
- Prepare technical documentation, reports, and specifications with accuracy and professionalism
- Support construction supervision and field coordination to ensure design intent is achieved
- Participate in budget estimation and cost analysis for electrical scopes
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
- Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ)
- 4–10+ years of relevant experience in building electrical systems
- Fluent in French and functional to advanced level in English*
- Versatility, autonomy, good communication skills
- English is essential due to participation in commercial projects outside Quebec and in national projects where all meetings and documentation are exclusively in English.
- A culture built on collaboration, knowledge sharing, talent development, and the quality of our work.
- A 37.5-hour workweek with flexible scheduling and the possibility of finishing at noon on Fridays.
- A hybrid work policy that promotes balance between professional and personal life.
- Overtime hours that are recognized and compensated, either through time off in lieu or paid compensation.
- A competitive total compensation package, including a market-driven salary, a comprehensive group insurance plan, and an RRSP program with employer contributions.
- A structured training and professional development program supported by UniversiT, our internal entity dedicated to the technical and personal growth of every employee.
- A tailored mentorship program designed according to each employee’s experience level and career path.
- Cutting-edge technology, including BIM and modern collaborative tools.
- The “Finding Balance” program, which promotes overall well-being, mental health, and sustainable productivity.
Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the Talent team.
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Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate the design, analysis, and verification of electrical systems for building projects, working with engineers, designers, and clients to develop practical solutions. Assess existing installations, prepare technical documents and cost estimates, and support construction supervision and field coordination.
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and membership in the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ) are required, along with 4–10+ years of relevant building electrical systems experience. Candidates should be fluent in French, have functional to advanced English, and demonstrate versatility, autonomy, and strong communication skills.
Skills
- Electrical Systems Design
- Electrical Systems Analysis
- Design Verification
- Building Electrical Engineering
- Project Coordination
- Client Communication
- Site Surveys
- Existing Installation Assessment
- System Upgrades
- Technical Documentation
- Report Writing
- Specifications Preparation
- Construction Supervision
- Field Coordination
- Budget Estimation
- Cost Analysis
Benefits
- Flexible Scheduling
- Hybrid Work
- Paid Overtime
- Group Insurance
- Employer-Contributed RRSP
- Professional Development and Training
- Mentorship Program
- Modern Collaborative Tools
- Well-Being Program
Visa sponsorship
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Hiring contact
Marie-Pier Ste-Croix Marquis
Categories
- Engineering
- Construction
- Management & Leadership
- Environmental & Sustainability
Keywords
- Electrical Engineering
- Building Electrical Systems
- Electrical Systems Design
- Systems Analysis
- Design Verification
- New Construction
- Project Lifecycle Delivery
- Site Surveys
- Existing Installations
- System Upgrades
- Technical Documentation
- Reports
- Specifications
- Construction Supervision
- Field Coordination
- Budget Estimation
- Cost Analysis
- BIM
- Sustainable Design
- OIQ Membership
- Mentorship
- Team Leadership
- People Management
- French
- English