Help us build the future, and we’ll help you build a rewarding and purposeful career. Our global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists, all working towards the same goal. To support GHD’s growth across Canada, we are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer – High Voltage to join the Design Delivery Organization in one of our Ontario offices in Waterloo, Mississauga, Markham, Toronto or Whitby .

As a member of the multidisciplinary engineering design team, you will work on a broad spectrum of electrical aspects for multiple projects, including new installations, upgrades of existing systems, testing, commissioning, and system optimization across multiple areas ranging from transmission and distribution, substations and power generation to solar, hydrogen and other key sectors to our business, including transit and water/wastewater facilities. The successful candidate must have a solid understanding of high voltage and low/medium voltage power distribution design, motor control concepts and functionality, electrical system protection and control, standby power options and implementation, detailed design work, construction contract administration and support, and commissioning activities. Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model that combines in-office collaboration with flexibility.

Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect, and excel in our vibrant environment. Assistance with proposal requests, developing design and construction fees, and proposal report writing. Completing condition assessments for various facilities, including report writing and participation in client meetings.

Leading technical design teams on large, complex projects as discipline lead and providing guidance and support to other project team members. Preparing detailed design drawing packages for projects of varying scale, including the following:



Electrical system protection and coordination Motor control LV motor control Instrumentation and Control Building services (lighting, security, etc.) Completion and review of electrical design calculations. Preparation of contract documentation including equipment specifications, cable/conduit schedules, installation specifications, equipment procurement documents, sub-contractor requisitions, scope-of-work, bill-of-materials, and process narratives.

Coordination of electrical system designs with other engineering disciplines (process, mechanical, civil, structural, etc.), other electrical teams, vendors, and outside design team members. Leading electrical project team throughout project phases and monitoring schedule, quality of deliverable and budgets. Technical review and quality control of design drawings and documents.

Professional sealing of technical documents. Support during tendering and construction including responding to RFIs, assisting GHD and client site personnel, reviewing shop drawings, evaluating electrical reports (short circuit, protective device coordination, arc flash, ground potential rise (GPR), harmonics, etc), completing site inspections, preparing testing plans, preparation and evaluation of change orders and participation in project meetings. Preparing and leading electrical specific meetings with clients presenting design options, system functionality, etc.

Ensuring compliance with Canadian electrical codes and standards, relevant industry standards and regulations. Identify growth opportunities arising from project delivery, including follow-on phases, extensions, and new programs. Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.



~ 10+ years of experience involved in the design and implementation of electrical systems including high- and medium-voltage substations, motors and drives, power distribution, power generation, and grid optimization as well as working knowledge of field instrumentation and automated equipment integration. ~ Licensure in other provinces or jurisdictions considered an asset. ~ Project Management Professional (PMP) designation will be considered as asset ~ Good working knowledge of Ontario Electrical Safety Code, Canadian Electrical Code, NFPA 70, National Electrical Code (NEC), CSA codes and standards and other relevant industry standards and regulations.

Understanding of HV, MV and LV power distribution design concepts, equipment and personnel safety strategies and electrical system protection theories and applications ~ Familiarity with design standards from large Ontario utilities such as Alectra, Toronto Hydro and others will be considered an asset. ~ Experience in leading medium-to-large electrical design teams will be considered an asset. ~ Experience in project delivery within a multi-disciplinary engineering/architecture consulting firm is an asset ~ Well organized, able to multi-task and lead multiple projects. Exceptional time management skills with the capability to multi-task and manage numerous projects ~ Robust understanding of design processes, technical integration, risk management, and quality assurance/quality control systems ~ Capable of working independently with minimal supervision & guidance ~ G class driver’s license with the ability to travel to job sites on occasion as required The hourly rate range for this position is $102,381K – $152,381K.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started and may be used during the process to improve efficiency and fairness. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

📌 Senior Electrical Engineer- High Voltage (Whitby)
🏢 GHD
📍 Whitby