Engineering & architecture jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 1, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 4,656
Employers: 1,436

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $104,331Across 653 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $44.21Across 52 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $129,173Across 28 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: 2%110 listings
Hybrid: 37%1,702 listings
On-site: 61%2,835 listings

Not specified: <1% (9 listings)

Employers hiring include WSP in Canada (263), Egis Group (134), AtkinsRéalis (133).

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

Engineering & architecture jobs in Canada

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GHD Group Pty Ltd

Lead Electrical Engineer

138 East 7th Avenue, Suite 100, Vancouver, BC, V5T 1M6, Canada

Pay: The salary range for this position is $112,448 - $187,413.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 10, 2026

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Original job description

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

See where your commitment could take you. Our pledge to you

Join GHD That’s the #Power of Commitment

We are currently hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer. You will play a key role in delivering complex electrical engineering solutions for water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

Based in Vancouver, BC, Calgary, AB, or Edmonton, AB, you will lead the design, analysis, and execution of electrical systems, including medium- and low-voltage power distribution, motor control, standby power, instrumentation and controls, lighting, communications, security, and life safety systems.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, support client relationships, provide technical guidance, and contribute to successful project delivery across municipal, industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Working with an energetic and high-performing team. Apply Today!

Who are we looking for?

Provide technical leadership, establish electrical engineering standards, and mentor junior and intermediate staff.
Lead complex electrical projects through all phases, managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk.
Act as the primary technical contact for clients, leading workshops, meetings, and presenting design solutions.
Support business development through client relationship management, proposal preparation, and fee development.
Lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate with clients, utilities, contractors, vendors, and regulatory authorities.
Direct the design and review of low- and medium-voltage power distribution systems, including switchgear, transformers, MCCs, and VFDs.
Lead electrical system studies, including protection and coordination, arc flash, short circuit, and power system analysis.
Oversee electrical calculations, technical reviews, quality control, and professional sealing of engineering documents.
Support tendering and construction through RFI responses, shop drawing reviews, site inspections, testing plans, and change order evaluations.
Ensure compliance with Canadian electrical codes, industry standards, and best practices while driving technical excellence across the electrical discipline.

What you will bring to the team:

10+ years of electrical consulting and design experience in industrial projects; water/wastewater experience preferred
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with P.Eng. designation in BC or Alberta
Expertise in low- and medium-voltage systems, including switchgear, transformers, MCCs, VFDs, protection, and power distribution.
Experience leading electrical engineering teams, mentoring staff, and driving technical excellence.
Proven ability to manage complex projects, including scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client relationships.
Strong background in electrical design, calculations, specifications, contract documents, and quality reviews.
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and supporting projects through design, tendering, and construction.
Thorough knowledge of Canadian electrical codes, standards, regulations, and electrical safety practices, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Hybrid Work: Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office, three days a week, to contribute, connect, and excel in our vibrant environment.

The salary range for this position is $112,448 - $187,413.

The salary range is based on the preferred work location. If the selected candidate’s location differs, changes to the salary range may apply.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruitment is just getting started and may be used during the hiring process to improve efficiency and fairness. While AI may support some steps throughout the process, all final hiring decisions are made by humans.

As a diverse and inclusive 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.

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Responsibilities

The Lead Electrical Engineer will lead multidisciplinary design teams for water and wastewater projects, overseeing electrical system design from installation to commissioning. Responsibilities include developing team standards, managing client relations, and preparing detailed design packages and contract documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must have a B.A.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, P.Eng registration in Ontario, and 15-20 years of experience in MV/LV electrical systems. A minimum of 10 years of specific experience in water and wastewater treatment plants is required.

Skills

Motor Control
Electrical System Protection
Standby Power Systems
Instrumentation and Control
Commissioning
Contract Administration
Client Relations
Project Management
Technical Leadership
Canadian Electrical Codes
Water and Wastewater Treatment
Condition Assessments
Value Engineering
Quality Control

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Keywords

Water & Wastewater
MV Power Distribution
LV Power Distribution
P.Eng
Professional Engineers of Ontario
Canadian Electrical Code
PMP
Arc Flash
Ground Potential Rise
Short Circuit Analysis
CCTV
Fire Alarm Systems
UPS
DC Systems
Instrumentation
Municipal Engineering
City of Toronto
York Region
Condition Assessment
Technical Review
Equipment Specifications
Bill of Materials
Process Narratives
RFI
Shop Drawings
Site Inspections
Value Engineering
Business Development
Mentoring

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