Description

Your role at GEI.

Are you a motivated and detail-oriented Electrical EIT ready to build your expertise in infrastructure design? GEI Consultants, Canada, is seeking an Electrical Engineer-in-Training to support our growing portfolio of water and wastewater projects across Canada. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside senior engineers, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to meaningful infrastructure that supports communities—while enjoying a flexible and collaborative work environment.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Support the design of electrical systems for water and wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and municipal infrastructure.

• Assist in performing condition assessments, arc flash and coordination studies, and system evaluations.

• Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and reports under the guidance of senior engineers.

• Participate in site visits and fieldwork including inspections, commissioning support, and troubleshooting.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams and external stakeholders to help ensure timely and high-quality project delivery.

• Learn and apply Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC), and other relevant standards.

• Contribute to technical excellence through continuous learning and attention to detail.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.

• Registered or eligible for registration as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) in a Canadian province.

• 2 - 5 years of experience in electrical engineering, ideally with exposure to municipal infrastructure or building systems.

• Familiarity with electrical design software, AutoCAD, and/or Revit.

• Eagerness to learn and participate in field and office-based engineering tasks.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Physical and environmental requirements for this position are available upon request.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interest or exposure to SCADA systems, instrumentation, and automation.

• Knowledge of arc flash analysis, power system studies, or lighting and grounding design.

• Experience or co-op placements in water/wastewater, energy, or transportation sectors

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.

In 2023, GEI merged with GM BluePlan, an Ontario-based engineering, management, and technology consulting company. The merger adds GM BluePlan’s nationally recognized expertise in asset management and infrastructure planning to the GEI family, furthering our growth and expansion in Canada.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus

• Comprehensive Benefits Program including Health Care and Wellness Spending Accounts

• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends

• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement

• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement

• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses

• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program

• Rewards and Recognition

• RRSP Program

• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder

• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

• And More…

GEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Aboriginal/Indigenous status or any other factors considered discriminatory. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.