SearchLabs

Electrical Designer

SearchLabs

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Toronto • Canada

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Salary

💰 CA$75,000 - CA$100,000 per year

About the role

  • Designing and developing electrical systems for commercial, retail, institutional, and industrial buildings.
  • Preparing detailed electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications using AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Completing electrical construction drawing packages and supporting contract administration through construction.
  • Conducting site reviews, load calculations (HV & LV), lighting design, lighting controls, power distribution, and fire alarm system design.
  • Designing emergency power systems, security systems, and IT infrastructure.
  • Coordinating with mechanical, structural, and architectural disciplines to deliver integrated solutions.
  • Participating in utility coordination, negotiations, and ensuring compliance with codes, standards, and client requirements.
  • Supporting project delivery from concept design through final construction review.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering/design within commercial, retail, institutional, or industrial sectors.
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering or a Building Sciences / Electrical Engineering Technology diploma (equivalent international education accepted).
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Experience with electrical design software such as AGI32, ETAP, SKM (asset).
  • Strong understanding of the Canadian Electrical Code and relevant building codes.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
Benefits
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Vacation
  • Professional development support
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
electrical designload calculationslighting designpower distributionfire alarm system designemergency power systemssecurity systemsIT infrastructuretechnical report writingcontract administration
Soft Skills
communication skillscoordinationnegotiationteam collaborationproblem-solving
Certifications
Degree in Electrical EngineeringBuilding Sciences diplomaElectrical Engineering Technology diploma