At CBCL Limited, we are a successful, dynamic, and growing engineering, geotechnical, and environmental consulting firm. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Electrical Utilities & Renewables team based in either Halifax, Nova Scotia or one of our New Brunswick branch offices (Moncton, Fredericton, or Saint John). Bring your expertise, creativity, and leadership to a team that thrives on delivering excellence in electrical design and consulting for a wide range of high-voltage infrastructure projects; including substations, transmission & distribution systems, and renewable energy developments. The candidate we seek will lead complex projects and help shape the future of our electrical utilities and renewables division. This role offers the opportunity to establish best practices, mentor others, and play a key role in building a high-performing engineering team.

Lead and Innovate: Act as Project Manager and Technical Lead on complex multidisciplinary projects for industrial clients, electrical utilities, and renewable energy developers, from initial feasibility through to detailed design and implementation;

Guide and mentor junior engineers and technologists, fostering an environment that encourages career development, innovation, and growth;

Oversee the preparation of technical reports, design drawings, equipment and construction specifications, tender documents, and costing activities;

Apply a deep level of electrical engineering experience, provide review and support across multidisciplinary teams, and ensure efficient project execution toward the goal of technical excellence;

Ensure Safety & Quality: Incorporate significant safety standards and principles of risk management into designs and ensure projects adhere to relevant electrical codes, standards, and industry best practices;

Drive Business Growth: Lead or support business development activities including client relationship management, proposal preparation, and expanding our electrical services; Provide On-Site Expertise: Conduct site reviews,



assess existing infrastructure, and oversee construction activities to ensure the successful execution of projects.

A degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) is required, with registration or eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.with provincial Engineering Associations.

A minimum of 10-years of relevant electrical engineering and project management experience;

Experience in electrical power system design, including medium- and high-voltage power distribution, protection & controls, system grounding, SCADA and telecommunications, with in-depth knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code, provincial modifications, and relevant CSA standards;

Strong organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines and deliver quality work on-time and within budget;

Ability to implement innovative and sustainable engineering solutions and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced work environment;

Have a valid Driver's License and be willing to travel occasionally.

Experience working in a consulting engineering environment specifically in the industrial, electric/telecommunication utility, and/or renewable energy fields;

Experience working directly in the Electric Utility industry, transmission and distribution and/or generation;

Experience managing large multidisciplinary projects and budgets;

Strong familiarity with electrical design and modeling software (e.g. AutoCAD, PLS-CADD, Revit, SKM, ETAP, CYME, PSCAD, PSS/E, WinIGS etc.);

Power distribution system modeling and analysis including load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, and arc flash studies;

The ability to communicate in both English and French would be an asset.





Comprehensive health and dental benefits

CAAT Defined Benefit Pension Plan with employer contributions

Generous vacation allowance commensurate with experience

Maternity or Parental leave top-up

Health spending account

Community volunteering incentive

Employee Family Assistance Program

Public transit subsidy

Flexible hours and locations to support work/life balance, including hybrid solutions;

Ability to work paid overtime and bank time-in-lieu for future use;

Exposure to a variety of projects;

Support to develop skills and pursue projects related to your own interests;

Mentoring opportunities to foster your personal and professional development;

Accessible and central offices in Atlantic Canada and Ottawa; Access to training opportunities in areas ranging from technical development to leadership skills.

We are committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity for a workplace where everyone can thrive, and we build long-term relationships with our clients while providing them with innovative solutions.

We have earned recognition as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers and one of Canada's Best Managed Companies. Our multitalented group of professionals offer consulting in the Infrastructure, Water and Wastewater, Buildings, Industrial, and Earth and Environment sectors. We value our people, our communities, and our history and look forward to continuing our steady growth.

Along with our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint corporately, CBCL develops and implements sustainable engineering solutions that respect the current social and environmental impacts, as well as future implications of our designs.

CBCL operates from its offices in Halifax and Sydney, NS; Charlottetown, PE; We are proud to be an employer partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work.

If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment or interview process, or while working with us, please email View email address on jobs.swagapp.com.

📌 Senior Consulting Engineer, Electrical (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 CBCL
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality