Senior Electrical Engineer

Job Description

AECOM’s Markham or Mississauga office is currently seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead our growing electrical team within the Water Business Line’s Electrical, Instrumentation and Automation (EI&A) department in this new role. The Water business line is a vibrant and growing business line which delivers Engineering, architectural and project management services as well as planning and economic analysis for vertical construction projects. Project assignments may include, although not limited to, water / wastewater facilities, commercial, institutional, healthcare, pharmaceutical and transit facilities.

Main Responsibilities Include:

 

• Lead the technical delivery of mid- to large-scale electrical engineering projects, providing specialized expertise and oversight.
• Build and maintain key client relationships, supporting business development and proposal pursuits.
• Drive the growth of technical capabilities within the discipline and mentor intermediate and junior team members.
• Prepare and review technical memoranda, assessment reports, design-build documentation, specifications, drawings, and cost estimates.
• Develop detailed designs for MV/LV power distribution, lighting and controls, fire alarm systems, process equipment controls, and specialty low-voltage systems.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements; approve and sign off on deliverables.
• Develop engineering budgets, schedules, and resource estimates for complex projects.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, equipment suppliers, utilities, and multidisciplinary teams throughout all project phases.
• Conduct site investigations and inspections to collect as-built information and verify field conditions.
• Provide technical support during project execution, including responding to technical inquiries and participating in project meetings.
• Lead construction administration activities, including site reviews, shop drawing and RFI reviews, SI/CCN preparation, change order evaluations, and progress payment reviews.
• Oversee factory and site acceptance testing (FAT/SAT) and support commissioning activities.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and registration as a Professional Engineer in Ontario
• A minimum of ten (10+) years of experience in the engineering consulting industry, preferably in water and wastewater infrastructure engineering sector, including 2 years of leadership

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with OESC, OBC, IEEE, NFPA, ASHRAE, CSA and other industry standards and codes
• Fifteen (15+) years of progressive experience including minimum of 5 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in leading electrical design as an electrical lead engineer in water & wastewater projects
• Experience in designing electrical power systems including MV and LV distribution, plant substation c/w power sources of standby generator(s) and or Co-generator(s), switchgear breaker operation and control schematic, protection relay I/O wiring diagram, substation transformer protection and monitoring, MV and LV motor control schematics with VFD and or Soft Starter to various process and HVAC system PCN requirements
• Knowledge with power analysis tools such as SKM and/or ETAP and experience of performing system studies including Short Circuit and Protection Coordination Study, Arc-Flash Hazard Analysis and Harmonic study, Load-flow Study
• Familiarity with providing guidance and support for others within the Electrical team
• Sound judgment supported by excellent technical, analytical root causes and problem-solving skills
• Additional certifications such as PMP, LEED etc. are a bonus
• Experience with Instrumentation and Control system design is a plus
• Experience with IES energy modeling tool is desirable
• Some Project Management experience and training desired
• Ability to communicate, coordinate, and work well with others both internally and externally

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.