SearchLabs

Electrical Designer

SearchLabs  •  Richmond Hill, CA (Onsite)  •  6 days ago
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Job Description


Electrical Engineer (Buildings)

Role Overview

The Electrical Engineer supports the design and delivery of electrical building systems for commercial, institutional, and mixed-use projects. Working under the guidance of intermediate and senior engineers, this role contributes to the development of safe, reliable, and energy-efficient electrical systems throughout all project phases.

This position is intended for early-career engineers developing independent technical capability within a consulting engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and layout of electrical building systems, including power distribution, lighting, emergency power, grounding, and low-voltage systems

• Perform electrical load calculations and assist with preliminary system sizing

• Prepare electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, and schedules using Revit

• Assist with lighting layouts and controls coordination

• Support the preparation of engineering reports, specifications, and technical documentation

• Coordinate electrical design inputs with mechanical, architectural, and structural disciplines

• Review shop drawings, technical submittals, and RFIs with guidance from senior engineers

• Participate in site visits, inspections, and construction administration activities

• Support sustainable and energy-efficient electrical design strategies

• Maintain organized project documentation and adhere to internal quality control processes

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution

• Registered or eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng)

• Typically 1–3 years of experience in building systems or consulting engineering

• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD

• Working knowledge of power distribution and lighting system design

• Understanding of applicable electrical codes and standards

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred / Asset Qualifications

• Experience on commercial or institutional building projects

• Exposure to lighting design software or power system analysis tools

• Familiarity with sustainability principles and energy-efficient building design
SearchLabs

About SearchLabs

SearchLabs is a leading specialist recruitment firm established to meet the recruitment needs of the Design, Construction & Property, and Information Technology industries. Established in 2010, we work with the leading companies within our disciplines across North America & the Caribbean.

At SearchLabs, we make hiring and job hunting as easy and simple as possible so you can focus on what you do best. We believe in the 80/20 rule. That 20% of companies come up with 80% of innovation in the industry, and 20% of talent do 80% of the work. We represent that 20%.

When you partner with us, your personal career goals and objectives are dealt with and represented by experienced consultants within your field of specialty. We then match you to the best opportunities that are aligned with your goals and aspirations to result in a positive and rewarding outcome.

We recognize the importance of ethics and are committed to confidentiality in every step of the process. Whether you are looking for a permanent or contractual arrangement, we appreciate the responsibility and opportunity to represent and inform you about the marketplace and the career opportunities within.

For more information, please visit us at: https://searchlabs.ca/

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Toronto , CA
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
searchlabs.ca
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