Senior Electrical Engineer – Power Generation

Stantec

Senior Electrical Engineer specializing as a Subject Matter Expert in power generation systems at Stantec. Ensuring technical excellence and providing oversight across various projects in Atlantic Canada.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeFredericton • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a Subject Matter Expert in rotating electrical machines (generators, motors, excitation systems) and power generation equipment.
Provide senior technical oversight, guidance, and peer review for hydro, thermal, and combustion turbine generating stations
Lead root cause analysis and troubleshooting for complex failures and performance issues in generators and associated systems.
Establish, review, and maintain engineering standards, specifications, and best practices for power generation electrical systems.
Provide independent design reviews and technical assurance for major projects and critical equipment.
Act as a trusted technical advisor to clients, supporting studies, condition assessments, refurbishment strategies, and new generation projects.
Mentor power team members, providing guidance on complex technical matters.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (Master’s degree considered an asset)
Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with a Canadian Engineering Association; eligible in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia
20+ years of progressive experience in electrical engineering within power generation and utility environments
Demonstrated experience in a senior advisory, lead engineer, or SME role

Benefits

Comp & perks

health, dental, and vision plans
wellness program
health care spending account
wellness spending account
group registered retirement savings plan
employee stock purchase program
group tax-free savings account
life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
short-term/long-term disability plans
emergency travel benefits
tuition reimbursement
professional membership fee coverage
paid time off

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Hard Skills & Tools

Electrical EngineeringPower Generation SystemsDesign ReviewsEngineering StandardsTechnical AssuranceCondition AssessmentsRefurbishment StrategiesPerformance AnalysisComplex Technical GuidancePeer Review

Soft Skills

MentoringAdvisory SkillsClient Relationship Management

Certifications

Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)