Senior Electrical Engineer
Reporting to the Electrical Section Manager, the Senior Electrical Engineer is a member of the integrated project team that contributes Electrical engineering knowledge and analysis during the design phase of our work. The project mix will span a variety of typologies and systems: assignments include hyperscale data centres and collaborations with other business groups within HDR including Water, Resources, and Transportation Business Groups. The role involves working on multiple projects with project sites in various locations. The Sr Electrical Engineer may be involved in construction contract administration, site reviews on different projects, and condition assessments. The successful candidate will participate in a growing collaborative and integrated engineering team. Common areas for progression and career growth for this position include leadership positions in Technical Specialization, Operations, or Project Management.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the work of Electrical Engineers with the balance of a multidiscipline team throughout the entire project's development

Establish client relations, and participate in the marketing, design and production meetings with regard to electrical systems

Assume the electrical lead on many projects

Participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance

Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions at the project site in conjunction with the Project Manager, Project Architect and other disciplines

Coordinate workload through the entire project development to complete documents on schedule

Track the financial aspects of projects,



and coordinate and adjust the work effort with the team to ensure that the work is completed within the parameters of the agreed-upon schedule

Work with the Project Manager and Regional Controller for project reviews with corporate management as needed

Direct the activities of other electrical engineering professionals, and act as a mentor to other staff members as needed

Review electrical documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines

Write and edit electrical specifications. Select equipment, electrical systems and devices

Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, and change orders, and take responsibility to incorporate agreed-upon changes into the project documents

Produce and coordinate several projects concurrently

Provide construction contract administration as needed

Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Electrical Project Engineers, Electrical Project Coordinators or Electrical CAD Technicians as needed

Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis

Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm desired

Data Centre, Semiconductor, Healthcare, Laboratory or Sports facilities experience





Experience using AI productivity tools to accelerate project workstreams including technical writing, code and specification research, and performance simulation and modelling

Robust communication and listening skills.

Ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments

Good organizational skills, confident curiosity, strong analytical judgment

Ability to rigorously audit, validate, and verify all AI-generated outputs (examples: calculations, code interpretations, and designs) against core electrical engineering fundamentals and regulations.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis

A minimum of 10 years experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems)

Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.

Additional Requirements

Extensive knowledge of building electrical power, lighting and signal design, including life safety systems and building management systems

Strong computer knowledge of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD, and electrical design software

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

Schedule
Full-time

Employee Status
Regular

Job Posting
May 4, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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