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Job Description

AECOM Buildings + Places Canada in Markham is looking for an experienced electrical engineer to join our team, where you'll play a major role in the electrical design for projects that shape how communities live, move, and thrive—from transit and civic buildings to commercial, education and water/wastewater facilities. This position is for a newly created position.

Your Role

As an electrical engineer on our Buildings + Places team, you will:

• Develop various types of reports including schematic design, design development, building assessment, and design build/assist scope of work documents

• Prepare electrical drawings and specification

• Implement design concept through the preparation and production of drawings to detail lighting, power, fire alarm, and specialty low voltage systems rough-ins (i.e. telecomm., intrusion control, security, CCTV, door access controls, etc.)

• Provide technical and administrative support through all phases of the project

• Conduct necessary research to gather industry, field, and project specific data

• Ensure design conforms with all applicable codes and standards

• Integrate advanced tools and standards—leverage SKM, ETAP, Revit, AutoCAD, and ensure designs meet OESC, OBC, IEEE, NFPA, LEED, Net Zero guidelines

• Collaborate with other disciplines architecture, mechanical, structural, urban design, sustainability to deliver integrated solutions

• Provide client and construction support—serve as technical advisor, review submittals, respond to RFIs, support commissioning, and ensure timely delivery

• Respond to contractors technical queries and attending site meetings as well as performing site reviews complete with reports

• Review shop drawing to ensure their compliance with the project requirement

• Issue SI and CCN to the construction team to mitigate technical issues

• Review Contractor`s change quotation and progress billing reports

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

In order to be considered for this position, candidates must possess no less than:

• University Degree in Electrical Engineering + four (4) years of experience design of electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, communication and security

• Demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education may be considered.

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario, in good standing

Preferred Requirements:

• Prefer an individual with 10+ years of experience design

• Proficiency in system studies—short circuit, arc flash, protective device coordination using SKM or ETAP

• Strong knowledge of Canadian electrical codes and standards

• Demonstrated experience with power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and building systems

• Strong interdisciplinary collaboration skills

• Able to work to tight schedules, control project budgets and motivate staff to do the same

• Sound judgment supported by excellent technical, analytical and problem-solving skills

• Well organized, self-directed work habits with a demonstrated ability to prioritize and schedule tasks managing multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment.

• Working knowledge of Revit is a bonus

Additional Information

• Relocation is not available for this position.

• Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.