Electrical Engineer

About the Role

Dillon Consulting Limited is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to join their multidisciplinary team in Windsor or Chatham, Ontario. The successful individual will have a leadership mindset with strong technical skills and business acumen, thriving in a dynamic, collaborative environment that values entrepreneurship and innovation. This full-time, onsite position offers flexible working hours to balance professional and personal responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complete project lifecycles, including requirement analysis, conceptual and detailed design, construction support, site reviews, commissioning, and troubleshooting across environmental, industrial, commercial, municipal, institutional, and infrastructure projects.
• Design power and electrical systems such as Low and Medium Voltage power distribution, motor controls, lighting, instrumentation and control, emergency power generation, fire, and communication systems.
• Prepare comprehensive technical specifications, drawings, contract documents, reports, and construction cost estimates.
• Conduct testing and verification of electrical systems to ensure their proper operation.
• Perform thorough site investigations, prepare deficiency reports, and assess conditions for renovation projects.
• Support construction administration duties including review of shop drawings, responding to RFIs, and managing contemplated change orders.
• Review safe work practices and perform risk assessments related to employee tasks.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including engineers, planners, scientists, technical, and administrative staff.
• Engage regularly with utilities, equipment suppliers, contractors, and clients for successful project execution.
• Conduct peer reviews to ensure designs comply with quality standards and codes such as Canadian Electrical Code, CSA, UL, National Building Codes, NFPA, among others.

Business Development

• Support business development through client needs analysis, project proposal preparation, and presentations.
• Be willing to travel to other Dillon offices as required.

Learning and Development

• Commit to continuous self-improvement and professional development.
• Contribute to the growth of junior staff via technical guidance, mentoring, and coaching.
• Participate in professional associations and committees to enhance Dillon’s industry standing.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years design experience with facility electrical systems.
• Licensed Professional Engineer or eligible for licensure within six months.
• At least 8 years of total relevant professional experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in designing Low and Medium Voltage electrical systems, including physical layout, equipment selection, sizing, one-line diagrams, and engineering studies.
• Experience with electrical calculations: load analysis, voltage drop, equipment sizing, bus/load analysis, conduit, and wiring.
• Proficiency in emergency power generator sizing, grounding and bonding, short circuit, arc flash, and relay coordination calculations.
• Knowledge of SCADA, communication systems, motor control center design, lighting, and fire alarm systems.
• Ability to prepare project specifications for materials and equipment procurement and installation.
• Proven track record in project management, business development, and leading cross-functional technical teams.
• Experience reviewing compliance with electrical codes and standards and coordinating with power and communication utilities.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Experience in electrical power and distribution design and protective relay design is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary ranges from $71,500 to $107,400 annually, depending on education, experience, skills, internal parity, and geographic factors. Compensation decisions are made without discrimination based on gender or protected statuses.

• Employee share purchase plan; 100% employee-owned company with open share ownership.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Student loan repayment assistance with matched contributions.
• Flexible work hours and hybrid work options promoting work-life balance.
• Opportunities for learning, development, coaching, mentoring, and knowledge sharing.
• Focus on innovation and adopting advanced technological solutions.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) for wellness support.
• GoodLife fitness corporate membership with reduced fees.
• Wellness subsidy for health and wellness activities such as gym memberships and classes.

Company Overview

Dillon is a Canadian employee-owned consulting firm specializing in engineering, planning, environmental science, and management. Operating for over 75 years with 20 offices nationwide, Dillon prides itself on innovation, technical excellence, and collaboration. The company values reliability, achievement, continuous improvement, creativity, courage, and inclusiveness. Dillon is also recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.

Health and Safety

Applicants are expected to actively engage in Dillon’s health and safety culture, including ongoing hazard identification and adherence to safety protocols.

Employment Equity and Inclusion

Dillon is committed to equitable hiring and fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available during the hiring process upon request.

Technology Use

The recruitment process may involve AI-assisted tools to enhance efficiency and fairness; however, final hiring decisions rest with human recruiters.