Lead complex power and automation solutions that shape critical infrastructure

Schneider Electric is looking for a Technical Lead – Electrical Engineering Specialist to join our Power Systems Hub Canada . In this role, you will be at the heart of technically complex and high‑impact projects, providing leadership and expertise from tendering through execution.

You’ll work closely with project managers, tender managers, sales teams, and application centers, contributing to solutions across electrical distribution, control, and process automation—with a strong presence in industries such as Data Centers, Utilities, Mining, Renewables, Transportation, Water & Wastewater, and Marine.

This is a great opportunity for a senior electrical engineer who enjoys technical ownership, customer interaction, and influencing solution architecture.

Responsibilities

Own the end‑to‑end technical execution of medium to large projects, from proposal to delivery

Serve as a technical authority for power systems and distribution solutions

Influence solution design, optimization, and innovation for complex customer environments

Lead without hierarchy by collaborating and mentoring across multidisciplinary teams

What you will do

Provide technical leadership during tendering and project execution phases

Support sales teams by delivering optimized and compliant power system designs

Define technical architectures and ensure engineering quality and integrity

Lead and coordinate with engineers, contractors, consultants, and application centers

Independently manage smaller projects without direct project management oversight

Evaluate proposals, technical studies, and designs; identify risks and mitigation strategies

Develop engineering estimates, bid documentation, and technical customer presentations

Support facility upgrades for power, control, and automation systems

Act as a technical ambassador for medium‑ and low‑voltage switchgear and switchboards

Qualifications
Required





Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer designation (P.Eng.) in Canada

5+ years of progressive experience in electrical distribution, including MV/LV systems

Strong capability in electrical distribution design and power systems engineeringExperience leading or coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams

Ability to work independently and provide sound technical judgment

Robust written and verbal communication skills

Assets

Experience with control systems or process automation

Background in complex or regulated industries (data centers, utilities, mining, etc.)

Experience with project proposals, customer presentations, and technical negotiations

Additional Details

Ability to travel up to 30% across Canada, the U.S., and Mexico

Availability for occasional after‑hours or weekend work, depending on customer needs

Comfortable working under pressure in fast‑paced project environments

Benefits
The compensation range for this full-time position, which includes base pay and short‑term incentive, is $91,200‑$136,800 for Ontario residents. We offer an inclusive benefits package that includes flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, pension matching, wellbeing programs, holidays & paid time off, and more. Salary within the range is determined by performance, knowledge, job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in all aspects of employment, regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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📌 Technical Lead - Electrical Engineering Specialist (Alberta)
🏢 Schneider Electric
📍 Alberta