Engineering & architecture jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 2, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 4,664
Employers: 1,450

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $104,376Across 641 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $47.39Across 53 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $126,788Across 29 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: 2%108 listings
Hybrid: 37%1,709 listings
On-site: 61%2,839 listings

Not specified: <1% (8 listings)

Employers hiring include WSP in Canada (264), Stantec (137), AtkinsRéalis (132).

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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Jacobs

Intermediate Electrical Engineer (Water/Wastewater)

Burnaby, BC, Canada

Pay: $80,000 to $130,000 USD / year
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 1, 2026
Experience: 4-8 years of relevant electrical engineering experience in consulting, industrial, utility, municipal, or infrastructure environments.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 2, 2026

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Original job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

We're looking for an Intermediate Electrical Engineer (Water/Wastewater) to join our growing Canadian Electrical & Instrumentation team in Burnaby. In this role, you'll be involved in the design and delivery of critical infrastructure projects across Canada, working alongside experienced technical specialists and project teams. You'll contribute to projects from concept development through detailed design and construction support, while continuing to expand your technical expertise and professional growth.

What You'll Do

As an Intermediate Electrical Engineer, you will
Design electrical systems for water, wastewater, industrial, transportation, and municipal infrastructure projects.
Prepare and review electrical drawings, specifications, reports, studies, and technical calculations.
Support the design of medium-voltage and low-voltage power distribution systems, motor control centers, standby power systems, grounding systems, lighting, and associated infrastructure.
Participate in equipment selection, power system studies, and technical evaluations.
Coordinate electrical designs with process, mechanical, structural, civil, and instrumentation disciplines.
Assist with construction support activities, including reviewing shop drawings, responding to contractor inquiries, and supporting commissioning activities.
Contribute to project planning, scheduling, and technical delivery.
Build strong relationships with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute innovative solutions to technical challenges.
Mentor junior engineers and designers while continuing to develop your own technical and leadership skills.

Here's what you'll need

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration within Canada.
4-8 years of relevant electrical engineering experience in consulting, industrial, utility, municipal, or infrastructure environments.
Experience with water and wastewater treatment facilities.
Experience designing electrical systems for industrial, municipal, commercial, or infrastructure projects.
Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA standards, IEEE standards, and other applicable industry codes.
Strong understanding of electrical power distribution systems and electrical design principles.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary project teams.
Self-motivated with a desire to learn and grow professionally.

Ideally you'll also have

Experience with industrial process facilities or municipal infrastructure projects.
Knowledge of electrical modelling and analysis software such as ETAP, SKM PowerTools, or EasyPower.
Experience performing short-circuit, coordination, load flow, and arc flash studies.
Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, and other industry-standard design tools.
Experience supporting construction and commissioning activities.
LEED, Envision, or other sustainability-related credentials.

Posted Salary Range Minimum

80,000.00

Posted Salary Range Upper

130,000.00

The base salary range for this position is $80,000.00 to $130,000.00. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across British Columbia, Canada locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.

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Responsibilities

Design and deliver electrical systems for water, wastewater, industrial, transportation, and municipal infrastructure projects, including preparing technical documents and supporting equipment selection and power system studies. Coordinate designs across disciplines, support construction and commissioning, contribute to project delivery and client relationships, and mentor junior team members.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, a Canadian P.Eng. designation or eligibility, and 4–8 years of relevant experience, including experience with water and wastewater treatment facilities. Candidates should understand electrical power distribution and applicable Canadian codes and standards, communicate effectively, and work well in multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Electrical System Design
Water And Wastewater Treatment
Power Distribution
Medium-Voltage Systems
Low-Voltage Systems
Motor Control Centers
Standby Power Systems
Grounding Systems
Lighting Systems
Power System Studies
Electrical Calculations
Construction Support
Commissioning
Multidisciplinary Coordination
Canadian Electrical Code
Technical Communication

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Keywords

Electrical Engineering
Water Treatment
Wastewater Treatment
Electrical And Instrumentation
Electrical Drawings
Electrical Specifications
Technical Reports
Technical Calculations
Motor Control Centers
Standby Power Systems
Grounding Systems
Lighting
Equipment Selection
Power System Studies
Short-Circuit Studies
Coordination Studies
Load Flow Studies
Arc Flash Studies
Canadian Electrical Code
CSA Standards
IEEE Standards
ETAP
SKM PowerTools
EasyPower
AutoCAD
Revit
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)
Construction Support

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