Engineering & architecture jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 9, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 4,831
Employers: 1,564

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $102,261Across 681 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $38.47Across 107 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $133,670Across 29 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 2%98 listings
Hybrid: 36%1,763 listings
On-site: 61%2,957 listings

Not specified: <1% (13 listings)

Employers hiring include WSP in Canada (293), AtkinsRéalis (138), Stantec (134).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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Senior Structural Engineer
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CBCL Limited

Senior Electrical Engineer

Halifax, NS, B3J 2R7, Canada

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Job details

Posting language: English
Posted: Jul 24, 2026

Original job description

At CBCL Limited, we are a successful, dynamic, and growing engineering, geotechnical, and environmental consulting firm. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Electrical Utilities & Renewables team based in either Halifax, Nova Scotia or one of our New Brunswick branch offices (Moncton, Fredericton, or Saint John). Bring your expertise, creativity, and leadership to a team that thrives on delivering excellence in electrical design and consulting for a wide range of high-voltage infrastructure projects; including substations, transmission & distribution systems, and renewable energy developments. The candidate we seek will lead complex projects and help shape the future of our electrical utilities and renewables division. This role offers the opportunity to establish best practices, mentor others, and play a key role in building a high-performing engineering team.

Your Key Responsibilities:

Lead and Innovate: Act as Project Manager and Technical Lead on complex multidisciplinary projects for industrial clients, electrical utilities, and renewable energy developers, from initial feasibility through to detailed design and implementation;
Mentor and Inspire: Guide and mentor junior engineers and technologists, fostering an environment that encourages professional development, innovation, and growth;
Design with Precision: Oversee the preparation of technical reports, design drawings, equipment and construction specifications, tender documents, and costing activities;
Deliver Excellence: Apply a deep level of electrical engineering experience, provide review and support across multidisciplinary teams, and ensure efficient project execution toward the goal of technical excellence;
Ensure Safety & Quality: Incorporate important safety standards and principles of risk management into designs and ensure projects adhere to relevant electrical codes, standards, and industry best practices;
Drive Business Growth: Lead or support business development activities including client relationship management, proposal preparation, and expanding our electrical services; and
Provide On-Site Expertise: Conduct site reviews, assess existing infrastructure, and oversee construction activities to ensure the successful execution of projects.

Your Capabilities and Credentials:

A degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) is required, with 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, with 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; and
Have a valid Driver’s License and be willing to travel occasionally.

We encourage applications from candidates whose experience and skills align with the core requirements of the role, even if they do not meet every qualification listed.

Additional skills and experience that will make you stand out

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 would be an asset.

What we can offer you:

A competitive compensation package effective on your first day of employment:
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- CAAT Defined Benefit Pension Plan with employer contributions
- Generous vacation allowance commensurate with experience
Maternity or Parental leave top-up
Health spending account
Wellness incentive
Membership dues reimbursement
Education and lifelong learning subsidization
Community volunteering incentive
Employee Family Assistance Program
Public transit subsidy

In addition to the above benefits, we offer:

Flexible hours and locations to support work/life balance, including hybrid solutions;
Ability to work paid overtime and bank time-in-lieu for future use;
Diverse team with a wide range of experience and expertise;
Exposure to a variety of projects;
Support to develop skills and pursue projects related to your own interests;
Collaboration between multiple disciplines and levels of expertise;
Mentoring opportunities to foster your personal and professional development;
Accessible and central offices in Atlantic Canada and Ottawa; and
Access to training opportunities in areas ranging from technical development to leadership skills.
CBCL is employee-owned, with ownership opportunities available to eligible staff.

About Us

At CBCL our purpose is to create a positive and lasting impact on people and our planet. As an employee-owned firm, at CBCL, our people are everything. We are committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity for a workplace where everyone can thrive, and we build long-term relationships with our clients while providing them with innovative solutions.

We have earned recognition as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Our multitalented group of professionals offer consulting in the Infrastructure, Water and Wastewater, Buildings, Industrial, and Earth and Environment sectors. We value our people, our communities, and our history and look forward to continuing our steady growth.

Along with our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint corporately, CBCL develops and implements sustainable engineering solutions that respect the current social and environmental impacts, as well as future implications of our designs.

CBCL operates from its offices in Halifax and Sydney, NS; Charlottetown, PE; Saint John, Fredericton and Moncton, NB; St. John's, NL, and Ottawa, ON.

CBCL Limited strives to provide a diverse workplace that is inclusive, accessible and celebrates individuals and what makes us unique. We are proud to be an employer partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment or interview process, or while working with us, please email hr@cbcl.ca. We will work with you to meet your needs in a respectful and timely manner.

Our goal is to ensure every candidate has a fair opportunity to demonstrate their abilities. We value diverse perspectives and are dedicated to removing barriers that may prevent individuals from thriving in their roles.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those applicants who are selected to interview will be contacted.

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Responsibilities

Lead and manage complex multidisciplinary electrical projects for industrial clients and renewable energy developers from feasibility to implementation. Mentor junior staff and oversee the creation of technical reports, design drawings, and construction specifications while ensuring safety and quality standards.

Requirements

Requires a degree in Electrical Engineering and P.Eng. registration with at least 10 years of relevant experience in power system design. Candidates must have deep knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code and the ability to manage budgets and schedules.

Skills

Electrical Power System Design
Project Management
High-Voltage Infrastructure
Substation Design
Transmission & Distribution
Renewable Energy Development
Protection & Controls
System Grounding
SCADA
Telecommunications
Canadian Electrical Code
Technical Report Writing
Proposal Preparation
Mentoring
Site Reviews

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental benefits
CAAT Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Generous vacation allowance
Maternity or Parental leave top-up
Health spending account
Wellness incentive
Membership dues reimbursement
Education and lifelong learning subsidization
Community volunteering incentive
Employee Family Assistance Program
Public transit subsidy
Flexible hours
Paid overtime
Ownership opportunities

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Keywords

Electrical Engineering
High-Voltage
Substations
Renewable Energy
AutoCAD
PLS-CADD
Revit
SKM
ETAP
CYME
PSCAD
PSS/E
WinIGS
Load Flow
Short Circuit
Protection Coordination
Arc Flash Studies
CSA Standards
Canadian Electrical Code
SCADA
Power Distribution
Consulting Engineering
P.Eng
Infrastructure
Project Management

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