Team Lead Electrical Engineer
Location: Hamilton/Waterloo/Barrie

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 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

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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📌 Team Lead Electrical Engineer - Hybrid (Ontario)
🏢 Gilder Search Group
📍 Ontario