Engineering & architecture jobs in Canada

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Counted Sep 21, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 4,726
Employers: 1,507

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $104,695Across 711 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $46.47Across 57 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $140,153Across 35 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: 2%113 listings
Hybrid: 36%1,695 listings
On-site: 62%2,908 listings

Not specified: <1% (10 listings)

Employers hiring include WSP in Canada (240), Egis Group (137), Stantec (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

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Stantec

Electrical Engineer

300-1331 Clyde Avenue, Ottawa, ON, K2C 3G4, Canada

Job type: Full-time
Experience: 8+ years of experience in the consulting engineering field
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 31, 2026

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Original job description

Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

Our Ottawa, ON office is looking for a highly motivated Intermediate Electrical Engineer to join our growing, multi-disciplinary team. Responsibilities include the design of electrical systems including power distribution, essential and life safety systems, lighting, power system studies, construction administration, preparing proposals and working closely with team members, project managers, internal and external clients, contractors and suppliers. If you are an excellent communicator and skilled problem-solver with strong attention to detail, then we have a dynamic work environment where you can play a pivotal role in a diverse range of buildings projects.

Your Key Responsibilities

Accountable for assisting/leading with overall project electrical design; prioritizing quality while meeting deliverable deadlines, monitoring project scope, and adhering to project budgets.
Assist in leading project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner and contractor, subcontractors, and vendors.
Participate/Lead client project requirement meetings, value analysis, and cost estimating.
Support / lead technical sections of assigned proposal pursuits.
Develop and manage project scope, budget, design approach, staffing and schedule for projects of varying sizes and complexities in coordination with the project manager.
Evaluate, select, specify, and design applicable electrical engineered systems or products required for the project, ranging from 120V to 44kV.
Support / lead the development of electrical design deliverables such as single line drawings, elementary and wiring diagrams, equipment specifications (including transformers, MCC (Motor Control Center), switchgear, substation equipment); power plans, conduit plans, cable schedules, system studies and protective relay settings.
Support / lead in the development of designs through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats including 3D design tools.
Coordinate across engineering disciplines within the project team to facilitate development of deliverables.
Lead / contribute to the preparation and coordination of the project specifications with construction support documents.
Contribute to our culture of continuous improvement by sharing lessons learned.
Local travel within the National Capital Region for site inspections and client meetings.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Self-starter with experience navigating engineering design concerns and developing project scope documents, technical reports, cost estimating and project proposals.
Thorough understanding of design standards and codes for electrical power systems.
Knowledge of industry standards and electrical engineering design principles.
Familiar with design and operation of power systems ranging from 120V to 44kV.
Experienced in interpreting and applying the requirements within the Canadian Electrical Code, Ontario Electrical Safety Code, and Ontario Building Code.
Experienced in managing and leading electrical projects from the pursuit phase through design and construction.
Team player, collaborator with interpersonal skills with experience in managing and coordinating people.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, organizational skills and aptitude for problem solving.
Experience in managing multi-discipline projects and/or pursuits is an asset.
Familiarity with AutoCAD is an asset.
Experience and proficiency using ETAP, SKM and/or EasyPower is an asset.
Experience working with Revit and BIM exposure is an asset.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
8+ years of experience in the consulting engineering field
Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in the province of Ontario (or eligible for registration).
Electrical design experience in low, medium and high voltage, systems lighting, power distribution, grounding, fire alarm, communications and security systems is considered an asset.
Experience with industrial building design is considered an asset.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #DesignYourPlace

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time employees will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a well-being program, health care spending account, wellness spending accounts, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

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Responsibilities

The role involves leading electrical design projects, including power distribution, lighting, and life safety systems while managing budgets and schedules. You will coordinate with internal teams, external consultants, and contractors to ensure project deliverables meet quality and safety standards.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and possess at least 8 years of experience in consulting engineering. A Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) license in Ontario is required, along with a strong understanding of electrical codes and design standards.

Skills

Electrical engineering
Power distribution
Lighting design
Life safety systems
Construction administration
Project coordination
Electrical design standards
AutoCAD
ETAP
SKM
EasyPower
Revit
BIM
Technical reporting
Cost estimating
Proposal development

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Well-being program
Health care spending account
Wellness spending account
Employee stock purchase program
Group tax-free savings account
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Short-term disability plan
Long-term disability plan
Emergency travel benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Professional membership fee coverage
Paid time off

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Keywords

Electrical Engineer
Power Distribution
Lighting
Life Safety Systems
Construction Administration
P.Eng.
Canadian Electrical Code
Ontario Electrical Safety Code
Ontario Building Code
AutoCAD
ETAP
SKM
EasyPower
Revit
BIM
Consulting Engineering
Switchgear
Transformers
MCC
Substation Equipment
Protective Relay Settings
Project Management
Value Analysis
Cost Estimating
Industrial Building Design
Electrical Systems
Grounding
Fire Alarm
Communications
Security Systems

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