Team Lead Electrical Designer / Engineer
Location: Hamilton/Waterloo
Industry: Building Consulting Engineering
Experience Level: Senior / Leadership

About the Role:
We are working with a growing building engineering consultancy seeking a Team Lead Electrical Designer / Engineer to lead and mentor a team while remaining hands-on in design. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys technical leadership, client interaction, and helping shape the growth of a high-performing electrical group.

You’ll play a key role in project delivery, team development, and client relationships across a diverse portfolio of projects.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage multiple electrical design projects from concept through construction

- Provide technical oversight and quality control for electrical designs and documentation

- Mentor and develop junior and intermediate designers/engineers

- Prepare and review drawings, specifications, and technical reports

- Coordinate with mechanical, structural, architectural, and civil teams

- Participate in client meetings, site visits, and construction coordination

- Support contract administration, including shop drawing reviews and site reviews

- Contribute to project planning, scheduling,



and budgeting

- Assist with team growth, hiring, and process improvements as the group scales

Required Qualifications:

- Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

- Minimum 7-10+ years of experience in building consulting engineering

- Robust background in electrical systems design (power, lighting, emergency systems, etc.)

- Experience leading projects and mentoring junior staff

- Excellent communication skills and client-facing experience

- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications:

- P.Eng. designation or eligibility (or CET with senior consulting experience)

- Experience in healthcare, institutional, commercial, or multi-residential projects

- Exposure to business development, proposals, or team growth initiatives

Why Join:

- Leadership role with real influence and visibility

- Collaborative, supportive consulting environment

- Opportunity to remain hands-on technically while leading a team

- Clear growth path with long-term career progression

- Competitive compensation and benefits package

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