Electrical Designer – Roadways & Highways

Stantec

Electrical Designer designing electrical systems for transportation and transit projects with a focus on infrastructure electrification. Collaborating with teams to enhance project outcomes in various locations including Markham, ON.

Posted 7/20/2026full-timeMarkham • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$78,900 - CA$114,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Electrical Systems Design, including the design of Electrical Substations and Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, while ensuring compliance with safety codes and regulations. Proficient in using engineering software such as AutoCAD, ETAP, and AGi32 for technical analyses and design documentation.

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Electrical Systems DesignAutoCADETAPAGi32 Lighting Design SoftwareC.E.T. or E.I.T. Eligibility

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Hard Skills

Electrical Substation DesignElectrical Vehicle Charging Station DesignLighting Level CalculationsShort Circuit StudiesArc Flash StudiesProtective Device CoordinationEngineering Design DrawingsSingle Line DiagramsWiring DiagramsEmergency Power Distribution

Soft Skills

Excellent Organization SkillsPlanning SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

MicroStationAutoLUXAGI32Electrical Engineering Modelling Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Technologist DiplomaBachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering TechnologyC.E.T. or E.I.T. Eligibility

Industry Keywords

Transit Systems DesignTransportation System DesignElectrical Safety CodesCompliance StandardsFieldwork Investigations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Flash

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in feasibility/strategic studies related to the electrification of public transit networks
Applying best practices and identifying innovative solutions, carry out engineering analyses and studies
Design of Electrical substations including equipment specification, and grounding system design
Design of Electrical Vehicle Charging stations
Prepare technical memos and reports to communicate results and recommendations
Liaison with project team members, and other stakeholders regarding project requirements
Preparing engineering design drawings, layouts and specifications including but not limited to Single Line Diagrams, wiring diagrams, riser diagrams, protection systems, equipment lists, cable and panel schedules, emergency power distribution, etc.
Perform lighting level calculations using lighting software such as AGi 32, AutoLUX, etc.
Perform short circuit, arc flash and protective device coordination studies using ETAP (or similar) power systems analysis software
Conduct fieldwork including investigations, studies, and inspections for electrical systems
Application of electrical safety codes and regulations to area of expertise and ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards
Incorporation of safety and risk analysis into equipment designs
Liaise with clients, government regulatory authorities and contractors
Ability to work with minimum instructions and supervision, shall be able to complete tasks independently, shall make decisions and take responsibility on technical matters with input from senior engineers and project managers
Coordination with various disciplines and sub-consultants to ensure the technical integrity of engineering design solutions delivered by other disciplines/teams on projects
Review progress and compliance with tender documents including review of shop drawings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Technologist diploma or bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology from a reputed college or university
C.E.T. or eligible or Professional Engineer eligible [E.I.T] in the province of Ontario
Minimum five (5) years of progressive working experience in the field of electrical systems design, construction, Transit and/or Transportation system design and system integration
Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD, MicroStation, electrical engineering modelling software such as ETAP, and Auto LUX / AGI32 lighting design software is preferred
Well acquainted with transportation and transit related project activities
Excellent organization and planning skills – document control and reporting
Demonstrated initiative, drive, leadership, communication, & interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects within a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Typical office environment working with computers
Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather