{"id":1388604,"url":"https://alion.io/job/ghd-lead-electrical-engineer-water-wastewater","title":"Lead Electrical Engineer - Water & Wastewater","company":{"id":1821071,"name":"GHD","domain":"ghd.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/ghd-com","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Oracle","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":81,"open_postings":135,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.756,"repost_share":0.007,"time_to_fill_p50_days":31,"computed_at":"2026-11-03T05:54:40Z"}},"role":"Industrial Engineering","role_family":"Industrial Engineering","seniority":"lead","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"hybrid","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Waterloo, Canada","Toronto, Canada","Mississauga, Canada","Markham, Canada","Whitby, Canada"],"countries":["CA"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":129350,"max":null,"currency":"CAD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":90863},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":15,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-07-09T17:16:31Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-07-09","last_verified_at":"2026-11-03T06:59:41Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":116,"trust":{"level":"stale","repost_count":0,"flags":["stale"],"days_open":116},"description":"Help us build the future, and we’ll help you build a rewarding and purposeful career.\nOur global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists, all working towards the same goal.\nJoin a team that brings inspirational architecture, landscapes, townscapes, and places to our world, and we’ll provide you with unlimited space to grow.\nWhat we are looking for:\nOur Waterloo and/or GTA offices are looking for a Lead Electrical Engineer - Water & Wastewater to join the Engineering Design Organization (EDO) group. As a member of the multidisciplinary design team, the Electrical Engineer will work on a broad spectrum of electrical aspects for multiple projects, including new installations, upgrades of existing systems, testing, commissioning, and construction support. This person must have a solid understanding of low and medium voltage power distribution design, motor control concepts and functionality, electrical system protection and control, standby power options and implementation, detailed design work, construction contract administration and support, and commissioning activities for water and wastewater treatment plants, industrial plants, solid waste and non-utility power generation plants in municipal and industrial sectors. Successful candidates must also have experience working with municipalities in Ontario, such as the City of Toronto and York Region. Quick adaptation to different clients’ design standards, experience with working on pursuits, mentoring and coaching junior staff, developing team standards, and managing client relations is a must.\nOur Hybrid Model: Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect, and excel in our vibrant environment.\nWorking with an energetic and high-performing team, this position offers a variety of duties and will see you involved in:\nDeveloping electrical team standards and functions as a technical leader that can be used as a guide on all projects by senior and intermediate engineers.\nAssist in writing proposals, developing design and construction fees, and report writing.\nAssist in managing client relations and assisting with business development. \nWorking in fast paced environment on multiple large complex projects with the support of a dedicated team of engineers.\nFunctioning as Project Lead, completing condition assessments, participating in and leading client workshops, value engineering exercises, presenting design options, and making technical decisions. This would include preparing and leading electrical-specific meetings with clients, presenting design options, system functionality, etc.\nLeading electrical project teams throughout project phases and monitoring schedule, quality of deliverable and budgets.\nPotentially taking on a supervision role and providing coaching to other electrical staff.\nPreparing detailed design drawing packages for projects of varying scales, including, but not limited to, the following:Utility interconnection\nElectrical system protection and coordination\nLV/MV power distribution\nLV/MV motor control\nStandby power systems design\nInstrumentation and Control\nBuilding services (lighting, security, etc.)\nFire Alarm systems\nSecurity Systems including CCTV, cameras, etc. \nPA systems\nDC systems and UPS\nGrounding\nEquipment layouts\n\nCompletion and review of electrical design calculations.\nPreparation of contract documentation, including equipment specifications, cable/conduit schedules, installation specifications, equipment procurement documents, sub-contractor requisitions, scope-of-work, bill-of-materials, and process narratives.\nTechnical review and quality control of design drawings and documents. Professional sealing of technical documents.\nSupport during tendering and construction, including responding to RFIs, assisting GHD and client site personnel, reviewing shop drawings, evaluating electrical reports (short circuit, protective device coordination, arc flash, ground potential rise (GPR), harmonics, etc), completing site inspections, preparing testing plans, preparing and evaluating change orders, and participating in project meetings.\nCoordination of electrical system designs with other engineering disciplines (process, mechanical, civil, structural, etc.), vendors, and outside design team members. Providing direction to and coordination with the internal designers/drafters team.\nEnsuring compliance with Canadian electrical codes and standards, relevant industry standards, and regulations. Coordination and liaison with clients and approving authorities.\nWhat you´ll bring to the team:\nB.A.Sc. in Electrical Engineering\nRegistered member of the Professional Engineers of Ontario\n15-20 years of experience involved in the design and implementation of MV and LV electrical systems, as well as a solid understanding of field instrumentation.\nMinimum 10 years of demonstrated experience in water and wastewater treatment plants.\nDemonstrated experience working on large-scale projects.\nExperience working with municipalities would be an asset.\nExperience with supervising electrical teams would be an asset.\nExperience leading technical development of the electrical discipline.\nExperience with managing client relations, scope changes, schedule and budgets on complex engineering projects. \nExcellent knowledge of Canadian electrical codes and standards, relevant industry standards, and regulations. Understanding of MV and LV power distribution design concepts, equipment, and personnel safety strategies, and electrical system protection theories and applications.\nStrong analytical skills. Demonstrated ability to pay attention to detail and continual diligence to follow up. Ability to exercise sound judgment\nSelf-motivated, with a strong desire to learn.\nWell organized, able to multitask and work in fast-paced, changing, and challenging environments. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written/oral communication skills.\nBe a part of multi-functional teams with the ability to relate well and cooperate with other members of the team, to effectively coordinate activities and accomplish goals.\nExperience working on industrial projects is an asset.\nP.Eng. in other provinces outside of Ontario is an asset.\nExperience with City of Toronto and York Region projects is considered a strong asset.\nPMP designation is an asset.\nG-class driver’s license\nThe salary range for this position is: $ 129,350 to $175,350K.\n\nThe posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for GHD locations in its major city centres. Ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At GHD, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications, and work location. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhering to all relevant pay transparency legislation.\nThe use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started and may be used during the process to improve efficiency and fairness. Your application may be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team. While AI supports some steps through the process, all final hiring decisions are made by humans\nAs a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. 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