Electrical Engineer

About the Role

Dillon Consulting Limited is seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to join their multidisciplinary team in Ontario. This role demands a leader with strong technical knowledge and excellent communication skills, able to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. The candidate will be involved in innovative projects delivering superior client service within a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Flexible work hours are provided to help balance work and personal lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage comprehensive project delivery stages including requirement analysis, design, construction oversight, site reviews, commissioning, and troubleshooting across various sectors such as environmental, industrial, commercial, and municipal projects.
• Design and draft electrical systems encompassing power distribution (Low and Medium Voltage), motor control, lighting, instrumentation and control, emergency power generation, fire alarm, security, and communication systems.
• Develop construction cost estimates, technical specifications, drawings, contract documents, and detailed reports.
• Conduct electrical system testing and verification and participate in site investigations to assess conditions or document deficiencies for renovation projects.
• Support construction administration through shop drawing reviews, responding to RFIs, and managing contemplated change orders.
• Review safe work practices and perform risk assessments for employee tasks.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including engineers, planners, scientists, and support staff while coordinating with utilities, suppliers, contractors, and clients.
• Perform peer reviews ensuring compliance with industry and safety standards including Canadian Electrical Code, CSA, UL, National Building Codes, NFPA, among others.
• Contribute to business development including client needs assessment, project proposals, and presentations; business travel as required.
• Engage in continuous learning and development, mentor junior staff, and participate in professional associations to enhance Dillon's corporate profile.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Licensed professional engineer or eligibility for licensing within six months.
• At least 10 years of relevant electrical engineering experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in designing Low and Medium Voltage electrical systems including equipment arrangement, sizing, one-line diagrams, load calculations, emergency generator sizing, grounding and bonding, short circuit and arc flash analysis, SCADA systems design, overhead and underground electrical distribution, motor control, lighting, communications and security systems.
• Proven ability to prepare project specifications and deliver engineering designs that meet industry standards, codes, and constructs.
• Strong project management and business development skills with a record of successful multidisciplinary team leadership.
• Experience reviewing designs for code compliance and performing coordination with utilities and communications companies.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $85,000 to $135,000, dependent upon education, experience, and skills. Dillon offers a comprehensive benefits package including an employee share purchase plan, health benefits, retirement savings plan, student loan repayment matching, flexible working arrangements, learning and development opportunities, innovation focus, employee and family assistance programs, and wellness subsidies including fitness memberships.

Company Overview

Dillon is a Canadian employee-owned consulting firm with over 75 years of history and more than 1100 employees across 25 offices nationwide. Specializing in planning, engineering, environmental science, and management, Dillon partners with clients to deliver inventive solutions to complex projects with a strong commitment to health and safety, employment equity, diversity, and inclusion. The company incorporates modern technologies including AI-assisted tools in recruitment to enhance fairness and efficiency.

Health & Safety Commitment

All potential employees are expected to actively engage with Dillon’s health and safety processes, contributing to a safe workplace through ongoing hazard identification and reporting.