Electrical Technician - Switchgear
- Moncton, NB, Canada
Full-time
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At Stantec, we know the work we do matters. From decarbonizing mines to modernizing electric grids and building the infrastructure that fuels communities, we’re powering the world. Our clients come to us with their biggest, most complex challenges because that’s where we thrive. And we’re looking for problem solvers, high achievers, and visionaries to help us.
Join us for a chance to grow professionally at one of the world’s top design firms while building our clean energy future.
As an Electrical Technician - Switchgear, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the design of diverse and stimulating electrical substation projects in collaboration with our multidisciplinary team. Projects range from complete refurbishments to new infrastructure developments for both public and private sector clients throughout Quebec and across Canada.
In This Role, You Will
- Participate in the design of electrical substations;
- Prepare electrical installation drawings, equipment lists, installation specifications, and related documentation;
- Develop detailed designs for various electrical installations, including switchgear connections and layouts, cable tray systems, lighting systems, and other electrical infrastructure;
- Coordinate with project managers regarding the technical progress of your projects;
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams;
- Provide technical support and follow-up with clients as required;
- Travel to project sites when necessary;
- And much more, depending on your skills and interests!
Your Application Will Stand Out If You Have
- A College Diploma (DEC) in Electrical Engineering Technology or a related field, combined with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience;
- Strong knowledge of high-voltage and medium-voltage electrical substations;
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively within a team;
- Fluency in French, both spoken and written;
- Proficiency in English is considered an asset to facilitate collaboration with internal teams outside Quebec and with clients;
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam software;
- Experience with AutoCAD and CATIA software (an asset);
- ASP Construction Health and Safety Certification (General Health and Safety on Construction Sites);
- Knowledge of applications and software such as Logesdes, MPI/CPI/MCT, Smart Team, or other CAD software (an asset);
- Experience in consulting engineering, hydroelectric generating stations, and/or projects with Hydro-Québec or other utility companies (an asset);
- Strong technical writing skills, including the preparation of reports, studies, technical specifications, functional analyses, and other technical documents.
Do these challenges and qualifications align with your experience and career goals? Connect with Melanie Imperiale (your Talent Acquisition Advisor) on LinkedIn.
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Join us for a chance to grow professionally at one of the world’s top design firms while building our clean energy future.
As an Electrical Technician - Switchgear, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the design of diverse and stimulating electrical substation projects in collaboration with our multidisciplinary team. Projects range from complete refurbishments to new infrastructure developments for both public and private sector clients throughout Quebec and across Canada.
In This Role, You Will
- Participate in the design of electrical substations;
- Prepare electrical installation drawings, equipment lists, installation specifications, and related documentation;
- Develop detailed designs for various electrical installations, including switchgear connections and layouts, cable tray systems, lighting systems, and other electrical infrastructure;
- Coordinate with project managers regarding the technical progress of your projects;
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams;
- Provide technical support and follow-up with clients as required;
- Travel to project sites when necessary;
- And much more, depending on your skills and interests!
- A College Diploma (DEC) in Electrical Engineering Technology or a related field, combined with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience;
- Strong knowledge of high-voltage and medium-voltage electrical substations;
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively within a team;
- Fluency in French, both spoken and written;
- Proficiency in English is considered an asset to facilitate collaboration with internal teams outside Quebec and with clients;
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam software;
- Experience with AutoCAD and CATIA software (an asset);
- ASP Construction Health and Safety Certification (General Health and Safety on Construction Sites);
- Knowledge of applications and software such as Logesdes, MPI/CPI/MCT, Smart Team, or other CAD software (an asset);
- Experience in consulting engineering, hydroelectric generating stations, and/or projects with Hydro-Québec or other utility companies (an asset);
- Strong technical writing skills, including the preparation of reports, studies, technical specifications, functional analyses, and other technical documents.
Sommaire des avantages sociaux: Avantages sociaux au Canada : Les employés à temps partiel et à temps plein auront accès aux avantages sociaux suivants : régimes de soins de santé, de soins dentaires et de la vue, programme de bien-être, comptes de crédits-santé et de mieux-être, régime enregistré d’épargne-retraite collectif, régime d’actionnariat des employés, compte d’épargne libre d’impôt (CELI) collectif, assurance vie et assurance décès ou mutilation accidentels (DMA), régimes d’assurance invalidité de courte et de longue durée, assistance-voyage en cas d’urgence, remboursement des frais de scolarité, couverture des frais d’adhésion à des associations professionnelles et congés payés.
Les employés temporaires ou occasionnels auront accès aux avantages sociaux suivants : régime enregistré d’épargne-retraite collectif, régime d’actionnariat des employés et compte d’épargne libre d’impôt collectif.
Primary Location: Canada | QC | Chicoutimi
Other Locations: Canada | NB | Moncton
Organization: 1584 E&R-CA Quebec-Chicoutimi QC
Employee Status: Regular
Management Level: Individual contributor
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 08/06/2026 12:06:37
Req ID: 1006194
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Responsibilities
Contribute to electrical substation design and prepare installation drawings, equipment lists, specifications, and related technical documentation. Develop detailed designs for switchgear, cable trays, lighting, and other electrical infrastructure while coordinating with project teams and supporting clients.
Requirements
Requires a college diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology or a related field and at least five years of relevant experience, with strong knowledge of high- and medium-voltage substations. Candidates should be fluent in spoken and written French, have strong organizational and technical writing skills, and be proficient with Microsoft Office and Bluebeam; AutoCAD, CATIA, and construction safety certification are assets.
Skills
- Electrical Substation Design
- High-Voltage Electrical Systems
- Medium-Voltage Electrical Systems
- Switchgear Design
- Electrical Installation Drawings
- Cable Tray Systems
- Lighting Systems
- Technical Documentation
- Project Coordination
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Client Technical Support
- Technical Writing
- Microsoft Office
- Bluebeam
- AutoCAD
- CATIA
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Health and Wellness Spending Accounts
- Employee Share Ownership Plan
- Group Tax-Free Savings Account
- Life Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Emergency Travel Assistance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Association Membership Fee Coverage
- Paid Leave
Visa sponsorship
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Hiring contact
Melanie Imperiale
Categories
- Engineering
- Energy
- Construction
- Consulting
Keywords
- Electrical Engineering Technology
- Electrical Substations
- High Voltage
- Medium Voltage
- Switchgear
- Electrical Installation Drawings
- Equipment Lists
- Installation Specifications
- Cable Tray Systems
- Lighting Systems
- Electrical Infrastructure
- Project Coordination
- Multidisciplinary Teams
- Client Support
- Technical Writing
- Technical Reports
- Technical Studies
- Functional Analyses
- Microsoft Office
- Bluebeam
- AutoCAD
- CATIA
- ASP Construction Health and Safety Certification
- Logesdes
- MPI/CPI/MCT
- Smart Team
- Consulting Engineering
- Hydroelectric Generating Stations
- Hydro-Québec
- Utility Companies