Senior Electrical Design Engineer
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- Ottawa, ON
- $100,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Ottawa, ON
Salary: 120k+ (Based on Experience)An established consulting engineering firm in Ottawa is looking to add a Senior Electrical Engineer / Project Lead to their growing team. This is a unique opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where you can have a meaningful impact on both projects and the future direction of the firm.This is a small, tight-knit team, which means the role is well suited for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats—someone who is comfortable taking ownership of projects, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to the growth of the business.The firm works on a range of commercial, institutional, and mixed-use projects, and offers the chance to be involved from concept through to completion. Beyond technical leadership, this role also provides the opportunity to buy into the firm through share ownership, giving you a voice in strategic decisions and long-term direction.Responsibilities:Lead the electrical design and delivery of projects from concept through constructionPrepare and review electrical system designs, specifications, and technical documentationProvide guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate team membersOversee project coordination with internal teams, architects, and other consultantsParticipate in client meetings and help maintain strong client relationshipsSupport proposal development and contribute to business development initiativesTake ownership of project timelines, budgets, and overall deliveryQualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringP.Eng. designation (or eligibility) in Ontario8+ years of experience in consulting engineering, ideally within building systemsExperience working on commercial, institutional, or mixed-use developmentsStrong technical design skills and familiarity with relevant codes and standardsAbility to lead projects while also being hands-on with design and coordinationInterest in mentorship, team leadership, and contributing to business growthWhat’s Offered:Opportunity to take on a leadership role within a small, entrepreneurial teamExposure to a variety of meaningful and technically engaging projectsClear path to share ownership and partnership within the firmAbility to influence strategic direction and growth of the businessSupportive and collaborative work environmentThis role is ideal for an experienced electrical engineer who is looking for more than just a project role—someone who wants to help shape the future of a firm while continuing to work on interesting and impactful projects.If you’re interested in learning more, feel free to reach out or send your resume to myself: Jennifer Ramos, jramos@talentsphere.ca