Electrical engineer jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 5, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 1,321
Employers: 469

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $106,428Across 227 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $53.14Across 38 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: 1%7 listings
Hybrid: 37%494 listings
On-site: 62%817 listings

Not specified: <1% (3 listings)

Employers hiring include WSP in Canada (98), Egis Group (61), BBA Consultants (42).

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

Electrical engineer jobs in Canada

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Senior Electrical Design Engineer & Team Lead
Kepler Communications Inc.
Toronto, ON · Greater Toronto Area, Canada
- Full-time
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Senior Electrical Engineer
Hays
Saskatoon, SK
- $130,000 to $150,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Join a growing and well-established provider of electrical engineering, manufacturing, automation, and power distribution solutions serving industrial clients across North America. Their…
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Intermediate Electrical Engineer
North American Rail Solutions
Calgary, AB
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Intermediate Electrical Engineer
EnGlobe Corp.
Calgary, AB · Lethbridge, AB
- Full-time
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Senior – Instrumentation Engineer – P.Eng. - Burlington Office
TWD Technologies Ltd.
Burlington, ON
- Full-time
Senior Instrumentation Engineer– P.Eng. Burlington, ON – Join a Team That Puts People First
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Senior Electrical Engineer - P. Eng. (Burlington, ON)
TWD Technologies Ltd.
Burlington, ON
- Full-time
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Senior Electrical Engineer
Hatch
St. John's, NL
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Electrical Engineer
Hays
AB · Alberta, Canada
- Full-time
Our client is a well-established engineering consulting firm with a growing presence in Saskatchewan, providing electrical engineering services across mining, utilities, oil & gas, and…
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Electrical Engineer
Artech
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Lead the end-to-end technical execution of medium- to large-scale electrical power systems projects, from proposal development through project delivery.
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Substation Electrical Engineer 3 - Grid
Sargent & Lundy
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
As an Electrical Engineer, you will take an active role in project conceptualization, work planning, and project execution.
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Electrical Engineer/Designer
Grantek Systems Integration
Burlington, ON
- Full-time
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Electrical Engineer/Designer
Grantek
Burlington, ON
- Full-time
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Quality Electrical Engineer
SKF
Calgary, AB
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Lead Electrical Engineer
GDKN Corp.
Mississauga, ON
- Contract
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Electrical Engineer
Hays
NB · New Brunswick, Canada
- Full-time
Our client is a respected engineering consulting firm delivering electrical engineering solutions to industrial clients across sectors including mining, oil & gas, utilities, manufacturing,…
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Senior Electrical Engineer
SearchLabs
Markham, ON
- $100,000 to $125,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
…portfolios across multiple regions. They are seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their Professional Services group in…
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Electrical Engineer (Series)
Truckee Meadows Water Authority
Engineer, BC
- Full-time
We are looking to hire an Associate or Staff Electrical Engineer, to join our Engineering Department.
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Electrical Engineer Intermediate
TalentSphere Staffing Solutions
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer – Building Consulting
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Senior Electrical Engineer
Bluestar Engineering Ltd.
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
…optimizing existing onesWe are currently seeking an Senior Electrical Engineer to join our…
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Electrical Engineer In Training Vancouver, BC
BBA Consultants
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Join BBA and make the most of your knowledge and experience by actively contributing to the various stages of major electrical engineering projects, from the earliest stages of the business…
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Intermediate Electrical Engineer
KGS Group
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
We are looking for an Intermediate Electrical Engineer to join our Electrical team in our Vancouver office. In this role you will work within a diverse team, performing technical work as…
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Junior Electrical Engineer
Wendy Ellen Inc.
Calgary, AB · Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area
- Contract
Wendy Ellen Inc. is seeking a motivated Junior Electrical Engineer on behalf of an established engineering consulting client.
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Intermediate Electrical Engineer
Wendy Ellen Inc.
Calgary, AB · Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area
- Contract
Wendy Ellen Inc. is recruiting an experienced Intermediate Electrical Engineer for an established engineering consulting client.
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Senior Electrical Engineer
BBA Consultants
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
As an Electrical Engineer in the Edmonton office your role is to provide substation engineering capabilities to support the various wind, solar and energy storage projects. The role will be…
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Intermediate Electrical Engineer
Magna IV Engineering, A Sunbelt Solomon Company
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
Reporting to the Operations Manager -the Intermediate Electrical Engineer will be accountable for executing projects through sound engineering expertise and project management, engaging in…

Grantek

Electrical Engineer/Designer

Burlington, ON, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Apr 21, 2027
Experience: 6+ years of experience in electrical control system design
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 23, 2026

Original job description

From concept to design to execution, be part of the team that gets everyday products to people.

Do you want to have an impact on creating products from today’s top brands? Does having a company care about your career today and into the future motivate you? Does an environment where your opinions matter excite you? Are you a natural born tinkerer? If so, you have found your next calling!!

Grantek is a recognized leading provider of integrated automation, smart manufacturing and industrial information solutions in the global marketplace. Our clients are some of the worlds most respected Fortune 100 companies and recognized consumer brands: Mondelez, Brita, MolsonCoors, Coca-Cola, Kraft-Heinz, to name a few.

We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package, retirement plan, company paid benefits, flexible work hours, and an education/career development program. The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $100,000 per year, complemented by benefits, bonuses and additional extra hours payments. For more information on what Grantek offers, visit: https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/1366407

We are committed to providing a positive and healthy corporate culture, one that empowers employees, promotes knowledge-sharing, and encourages strong friendships and social connections amongst all team members. We are a team of dedicated Engineers and Designers with an average of 7 years’ tenure at Grantek. The vast majority of our employees have started off their careers at Grantek and have grown into successful senior team members who are integral to our client's manufacturing processes.

Job Description

The Electrical Engineer/Designer at Grantek is an exciting opportunity for an intermediate to senior-level professional with a strong background in electrical design and industrial control systems. In this role, you will take ownership of diverse and technically challenging design assignments, including the design, analysis, and testing of electrical control systems, hardware selection and specification, and development of technical documentation. You will also have the opportunity to share your expertise by providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior and less experienced designers.

Design, develop, analyze and specify electrical control systems and associated hardware, safety systems, pneumatic, hydraulic, and other mechanical systems
Create bidding and scope documentation; lead the development and write-up of user and system design functional specification documentation
Perform risk assessments, oversee material procurement and logistics; perform panel fabrication specification
Troubleshoot electrical installations per project scope and complete commissioning summaries with client approval, as per the project
Carry out technical surveys and inspections, including more complex assignments, and prepare reports
Generate contractor schedules and work plans; run bidding meetings and perform contractor walkthroughs, ensuring required permits and site requirements are met
Generate budgets and requirements for construction activities
Monitor on-site subcontractors for safety compliance, quality of work, and budget
Establish guides, devise new approaches, apply existing criteria in new manners, and draw conclusions from comparative situations
Perform independent studies, analyses, interpretations and conclusions involving very difficult, complex, or unusual matters or decisions
Make responsible decisions not usually subject to technical review on all assigned matters, including those involving long-range objectives and some financial accountability
Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced system designers on a regular basis

Technologies Used

AutoCAD 2012/2014 or later
Allen-Bradley (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PLC5, SLC 500), Siemens (S5, S7, TI), Omron, Modicon, GE, and similar
PLC I/O modules and PLC I/O buses (Profibus, Fieldbus, DeviceNet, etc.)
PLC communications (Ethernet)
Motor starters, overloads, relays, and operator controls
Field sensors (Level, Pressure, Temperature, Proximity switches, Encoders, Resolvers, etc.)
Variable Frequency Drives
Servo motion control products (AB, Reliance, Pacific Scientific, Emerson, etc.)
Pneumatic control products
Hydraulic control products
Safety monitoring relays, PLCs, Category 3

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical education
6+ years of experience in electrical control system design
Extensive knowledge of electrical design and its reciprocal effects on other disciplines
Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
Fully technically literate across all relevant technical areas with the ability to quickly adapt to new technologies, projects, and industry changes
Strong knowledge of Grantek's business offerings, including Industrial IT and Systems Design
Experience performing independent studies, analyses, interpretations, and conclusions on complex or unusual matters
Demonstrated ability to make responsible decisions on matters involving long-range objectives and budget
Experience mentoring and providing guidance to less experienced designers
Willingness to travel b/w 30- 50%

Additional Information

We are committed to the principals of equal employment opportunity and to fostering a workplace where all Grantekians feel respected and included. To ensure a fair and consistent hiring process, applications are reviewed through a blend of thoughtful human evaluation and trusted AI-assisted tools.

This posting is to add an additional team member to an established role.

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Responsibilities

Design, analyze, specify, and test electrical control systems and related hardware, safety, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems, while preparing scopes, bids, functional specifications, and other technical documentation. Coordinate risk assessments, procurement, contractors, construction activities, troubleshooting, and commissioning, and provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced designers.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical education and at least six years of experience in electrical control system design. Candidates should have strong analytical and decision-making skills, broad technical knowledge, experience with complex independent studies and budget-related decisions, mentoring experience, and willingness to travel 30–50%.

Skills

Electrical Control System Design
Electrical Design
AutoCAD
PLC Systems
Hardware Selection And Specification
Risk Assessment
Technical Documentation
Commissioning
Troubleshooting
Industrial Automation
Analytical And Problem-Solving Skills
Budgeting
Contractor Coordination
Mentoring
Safety Systems
Technical Surveys And Inspections

Benefits

Retirement Plan
Company-Paid Benefits
Flexible Work Hours
Education And Career Development Program
Bonuses

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Electrical Engineering
Electrical Control Systems
Industrial Automation
Smart Manufacturing
Industrial Information Systems
AutoCAD
Allen-Bradley
ControlLogix
CompactLogix
PLC-5
SLC 500
Siemens S5
Siemens S7
Omron
Modicon
GE PLCs
Profibus
Fieldbus
DeviceNet
Ethernet Communications
Motor Starters
Variable Frequency Drives
Servo Motion Control
Pneumatic Controls
Hydraulic Controls
Safety Monitoring Relays
Category 3 Safety Systems
Risk Assessments
Commissioning
Panel Fabrication

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