Electrical Engineer

Toronto, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 9, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Lead · 10+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

Perform power system studies and design electrical systems for rail and transit infrastructure, including traction power, substations, distribution, grounding, and protection. Prepare and verify engineering deliverables, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders, and support project reviews, quality activities, proposals, estimates, and schedules.

Job details

Our client is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join an established rail and transit team delivering clean, efficient and reliable electrification infrastructure across Canada. The successful candidate will help deliver traction power systems, including substations, distribution networks, grounding systems and protection analysis, on major transportation projects. Key Responsibilities Perform power system studies, including load flow, short-circuit, and arc flash analyses, to assess system performance, efficiency, reliability, and safety. Experience with protection coordination studies is considered an asset. Analyze and interpret study results to support sound engineering decisions and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards. Contribute to the design and analysis of electrical systems for rail and transit infrastructure, including the preparation of layout drawings, single-line and three-line diagrams, and control, protection, and monitoring schemes. Prepare, review, and verify engineering drawings, technical calculations, specifications, and compliance documentation. Develop or support grounding and bonding designs in accordance with CSA, IEEE, and applicable local safety standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (civil, mechanical, systems, and others) to integrate electrical requirements into overall project designs. Participate in technical reviews, risk assessments, and constructability evaluations throughout the project lifecycle. Interface with clients, stakeholders, and authorities by providing technical input, progress updates, and support during design and implementation phases. Support quality assurance and quality control activities to ensure deliverables meet internal and external requirements. Assist with the preparation of proposals, cost estimates, and project schedules, as required. Key Skills and Experience Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. A master’s degree is considered an asset. Licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario or eligible for licensure. 10+ years of related experience in either MV or LV system, or both, ideally within rail or transit projects, with demonstrated leadership in project delivery, client engagement, and mentoring. Proven experience with design integration across multidisciplinary projects. Proficiency in power system modelling and analysis tools. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to lead complex projects and mentor cross-functional teams. The Opportunity This is an opportunity to take a senior technical role on complex rail and transit programmes, working with multidisciplinary teams and engaging with clients and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. To find out more, please apply with an up-to-date CV.

What you’ll do

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and Professional Engineer licensure in Ontario, or eligibility for licensure, are required; a master’s degree is an asset. The role calls for 10 or more years of MV or LV systems experience, ideally in rail or transit, along with power system analysis proficiency, multidisciplinary design integration, leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.