Responsibilities

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

Establish client relations and participate in the marketing, design and production meetings regarding electrical systems

Assume the electrical lead on many projects

Participate in reviews with 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 adjust the work effort with the team to ensure completion within 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, incorporating 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

Required Qualifications





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

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

Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., PE or P.Eng)

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

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

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

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

Strong 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 against core electrical engineering fundamentals and regulations

Will to relocate to Calgary if selected

Employment Equity
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal prospect employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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📌 Senior Electrical Engineer (Ontario)
🏢 HDR
📍 Ontario