Intermediate/Senior Electrical Technologist

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.

Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.

Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

An opportunity exists in Stantec's Dartmouth, NS office for a highly motivated Electrical Technologist to join our multidisciplinary team. In this role you will be responsible working with an engineer towards the design and execution of projects ranging in size and complexity, with a focus on municipal, federal, industrial, healthcare, commercial and educational projects. Stantec offers a flexible work environment where staff are equipped with the required hardware and software to effectively work remote from the office when required. A minimum office presence is expected to support project quality, collaboration, and learning.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of building related electrical systems including service distribution, lighting, communications and security systems across Canada using applicable codes, standards, and reference materials.

• Prepare contract drawings, schematics, schedules, details, and sketches from conceptual design through to project completion.

• Produce aspects of electrical design and drawings primarily in REVIT MEP, as well as occasionally in AutoCAD.

• Review equipment selections, perform preliminary engineering calculations, and develop preliminary designs.

• Facilitate and ensure the quality of the project deliverables.

• Follow production guidelines and project standards to Stantec and Client drafting guidelines.

• Review shop drawings and other contractor submittals for compliance with construction documents.

• Perform field surveys for drawing developments, site reviews and as recorded drawings.

• Communicate with other team members and become familiar with Stantec standards to complete assignments and projects in a timely manner as required by the Project Manager, Discipline Lead or Supervisor.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit® and AutoCAD is required.

• Knowledge using Autodesk Revit® and AutoCAD software in drafting and design of buildings related projects is required.

• Knowledge or experience with building electrical systems is required.

• Prior experience in the construction industry would be an asset.

• Knowledge or familiarity with National Building Codes, electrical codes, fire codes, energy codes and would be considered an asset.

• Knowledge or familiarity with LEED standards, ASHRAE, and NFPA would be considered an asset.

• Excellent verbal and written skills to communicate effectively with colleagues and staff; a “team player” approach.

• Self-motivated and self-starter with a strong work ethic.

• Good time management skills and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Eager to learn with strong listening, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Education and Experience

Diploma of Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited program required.

Minimum of 8 years of design experience in a consulting engineering environment is required.

Experience in electrical and communications design for building environments would be an asset.

Experience creating tender document packages, including detailed drawings and specifications would be considered an asset. Typical office environment working with computers for long periods of time. Ability to travel within Atlantic Canada 1-2 times per month would be 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.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible. #FeelingEnergized

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, 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.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

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

Primary Location: Canada | NS | Dartmouth
Other Locations: Canada | NL | St. John'S
Organization: BC-1334 Buildings-CA Atlantic Canada
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 21/01/2026 05:01:42
Req ID: 1003447