Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls New Grad

Job Description

As part of our continued growth, AECOM has an opportunity for an Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls EIT. You will have a successful track record in delivering conceptual, preliminary and detailed design phases, construction services in utility, Industrial and/or municipal water and wastewater treatment facilities. You will work in a multi-disciplinary team environment to deliver advanced water and wastewater treatment facilities, transmission and distribution and renewable projects to our clients based in Western Canada and the USA.

The responsibilities of this position include:

• Design of electrical power and distribution systems, lighting, grounding and control systems
• Design and supervise production of drawings and specifications for complete electrical and automation systems including single line diagram, AC/DC schematics, field and panel control devices and SCADA for various processes including water/wastewater treatment, and utility applications.
• Strictly adhere to AECOM's project and Quality standards, including capability of learning and adopting clients' standard and requirements upon request
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and quality of technical aspect on project documentation produced in accordance with AECOM QA/QC procedures and the clients' standards.
• Ensure that project deliverables are produced in a timely manner to expected quality and allocated budget.
• Work with Construction Contract Administrator to review Shop Drawings, prepare and issue responses to contractor queries.
• Perform site inspections and issue inspection reports, issue Field Instructions and Field Orders, and prepare deficiency reports.
• Provide technical support through all phases of the project.
• Understands the importance of meeting schedules, deadlines and good time management.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / I&C Engineering
• Registered as an EIT with APEGA or ability to become registered within 6-12 months.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in electrical, instrumentation, and control design within multidisciplinary project environments, including construction-phase field support.
• Strong experience producing detailed design and tender documentation (e.g., P&IDs, single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, and layout drawings).
• Knowledge of protection relays, PLC-based systems, and low-voltage (600V) MCCs is an asset.
• Proficiency with electrical design software (e.g., SKM, ETAP) is an asset.
• Solid understanding of applicable codes and standards (CEC, NFPA, CSA, and provincial building codes).
• Ability to interpret specifications and translate them into accurate, high-quality design deliverables with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

Additional Information

• 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.