Position Title:  Team Lead, Electrical Design

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us! 

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

Faster. Smarter. Safer. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Utilities is ready to become Canada’s #1 utility construction provider and we are looking for a Electrical Design, Team Lead to help us get there!

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Electrical Design, Team Lead will be a key member of the engineering team.

What You'll Do Here:

• Supervise and coordinate: Oversee the daily activities of the electrical distribution team, ensuring design tasks are completed efficiently and safely

• Technical support: Provide expertise in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to power distribution systems.

• Project Management: Work closely with the Project Management Team to ensure designs are completed on time and within budget.

• Training and development: Mentor and train team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.

• Compliance: Ensure all work complies with relevant safety standards and regulations.

• Resource management: Allocate resources effectively to meet project deadlines and operational goals.

• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of all project related documents.
• Safety: Promote, lead, and execute a Safety-First culture for employees, sub contractors, and consultants in compliance with the projects Environmental Health and Safety Program

 • Complete technical design drawing reviews for scope adherence, and CAD quality.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology and a minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant job experience.
• Demonstrated ability for developing design calculations, construction drawings, and specifications. 

• Previous managerial experience is considered an asset.

• Experience with Quick Pole, SPIDA Calc or PLS CAD is considered an asset.
• Good knowledge of North American codes and standards such as CSA, NEC, CEC, IEEE, or NERC
• Experience in AutoCAD and/or Bentley MicroStation is an asset.
• Experience working with electrical distribution utilities.
• Exceptional ability to multitask in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Must be able to work under pressure and have a sense of urgency.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA during any step of the application process please click here.