Buildings Electrical Engineer

We have an exciting opportunity for an Intermediate or Senior Buildings Electrical Engineer to join our Ottawa ON team!

As a Buildings Electrical Engineer you will play a crucial role in the design development and implementation of electrical systems for various building projects. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of architects engineers and project managers to ensure that our electrical designs are efficient safe and meet client expectations. This role requires a strong background in electrical engineering a passion for innovation and a commitment to sustainability.

Specifically you will:

• Design and prepare contract documents for electrical systems including power distribution lighting fire alarm and communication systems;
• Participate in Building Condition Assessments (BCAs);
• Coordinate design support staff across multiple disciplines;
• Manage projects to meet budget and deliverables;
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and clients;
• Prepare proposals respond to external RFPs and lead proposal initiatives in collaboration with other disciplines and stakeholders;
• Provide input into construction cost estimates;
• Perform Construction administration and field reviews;
• Conduct document development planning and/or execution of commissioning and start-up activities;
• Participate in Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Studies;
• Prepare technical RFQ documents technical review of bid submissions and review of vendor documentation following award;
• Coordinate and work with project team members in various branch offices or project sites in Canada and abroad;
• Assure that all work on assigned projects is timely within budget accurate and in-line with corporate and/or project specific quality and safety objectives;
• Participate in the design construction administration and/or commissioning of Health care facilities including Public Private Partnerships (PPP) acute care facilities long-term care facilities and primary care facilities.

Your Capabilities and Credentials:

• Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering;
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Canada with eligibility for registration with
  the provincial licensing body;
• Minimum eight (8) years experience in the design of electrical systems for commercial and institutional buildings;
• Additional professional accreditations such as PMP RCDD LC LEED AP WELL AP CTS CEM RHFAC etc. would be considered an asset;
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit;
• Experience with AGi32 lighting simulation software;
• Experience with ElumTools would be considered an asset;
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills;
• Valid drivers license and be able to travel to job sites within Ontario and surrounding areas.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive compensation package effective on your first day of employment:
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits
  • CAAT Defined Benefit Pension Plan with employer contributions
  • Generous vacation allowance commensurate with experience
• Maternity or Parental leave top-up
• Health spending account
• Wellness incentive
• Membership dues reimbursement
• Education and lifelong learning subsidization
• Community volunteering incentive
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Public transit subsidy

In addition to the above benefits we offer:

• Flexible work hours with occasional work-from-home opportunities supporting both your professional and personal commitments.
• Diverse team with a wide range of experience and expertise.
• Exposure to a variety of projects.
• Support to develop skills and pursue projects related to your own interests.
• Collaboration between multiple disciplines and levels of expertise.
• Mentoring opportunities to foster your personal and professional development.
• Accessible and central offices in Atlantic Canada and Ottawa.
• Access to training opportunities in areas ranging from technical development to leadership skills.

About Us

At CBCL our purpose is to create a positive and lasting impact on people and our planet. As an employee-owned firm at CBCL our people are everything. We are committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity for a workplace where everyone can thrive and we build long-term relationships with our clients while providing them with innovative solutions.

We have earned recognition as one of Canadas Top 100 Employers and one of Canadas Best Managed multitalented group of professionals offer consulting in the Infrastructure Water and Wastewater Buildings Industrial and Earth and Environment sectors. We value our people our communities and our history and look forward to continuing our steady growth.

Along with our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint corporately CBCL develops and implements sustainable engineering solutions that respect the current social and environmental impacts as well as future implications of our designs.

CBCL operates from its offices in Halifax and Sydney NS; Charlottetown PE; Saint John Fredericton and Moncton NB; St. Johns NL and Ottawa ON.

CBCL Limited strives to provide a diverse workplace that is inclusive accessible and celebrates individuals and what makes us unique. We are proud to be an employer partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment or interview process or while working with us please email We will work with you to meet your needs in a respectful and timely manner.

Our goal is to ensure every candidate has a fair opportunity to demonstrate their abilities. We value diverse perspectives and are dedicated to removing barriers that may prevent individuals from thriving in their roles.

We thank all applicants for their interest but only those applicants who are selected to interview will be contacted.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1