Transportation Electrical Engineer/Project Manager

Transportation Electrical Engineer/ Project Manager

Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport, and we’ll help you go all the way. 

Join our team of globally connected specialists to help solve complex transport challenges and experience groundbreaking projects from idea to delivery, and beyond.

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Who are we looking for? 

Our Whitby, ON office is looking for an Intermediate Electrical Engineer to join our Traffic Engineering and Transportation Planning team. 

In an ever changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead.

We’re seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways. As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change.                                                                                                                                                        See what the power of commitment can do for you.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in: 

• Be part of electrical project team and lead the electrical discipline in multidisciplinary projects.


• Perform professional electrical engineering work in the preparation of photometric analysis, plans, specifications, wiring diagrams, power calculations, and details as per applicable codes and standards. 


• Conducts site surveys, confirming scope of work, obtaining relevant information, equipment and materials.


• Perform lighting calculations (AGI software knowledge desired), loading calculations, short circuit calculations, voltage drop calculations and Arc Flash Analysis calculations


• Design of traffic signal, lighting and ITS engineering


• Participate the preparation of proposals


• Preparation of technical documents including electrical drawings, equipment layouts, single line diagrams, and wiring schedules related to low voltage equipment and distribution, grounding.


• Preparation of supporting documentation including technical specifications, scope of work, bill of materials, databases, testing plans, schedules, and related contract documents. 


• Coordination of electrical system design (cross-functionally) with other engineering disciplines (traffic, civil, structural, etc.), vendors, and outside design team members. Providing direction to and coordination with internal designers/drafters team.


• Preparation of technical memorandums, reports, budgets, cost estimates, and correspondence.


• Performing and verification of electrical design calculations.


• Ensuring compliance with Canadian electrical codes and standards, relevant industry standards and regulations. 


• Coordination and liaison with clients and approving authorities. Occasional outside meetings including preparation of agendas and meeting notes. Technical review and quality control of design drawings and documents.


• Professional sealing of technical documents.


• Support of construction activities including review of submittals and shop, evaluation of proposals, payments, and change orders, periodic field work and travel including construction inspection, contractor liaison/oversight, start-ups and commissioning including factory and site acceptance testing.


• Mentoring of junior staff,

What you will bring to the team:

• B.A.Sc. in Electrical Engineering or other equivalent electrical engineering degree


• 8 - 10 years’ experience in the design and/or construction of highway electrical, lighting, Traffic Signals and ITS with an engineering consultant firm.


• Registered member of the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO)


• Good working knowledge of Canadian electrical codes and standards, relevant industry standards and regulations.


• Well organized, with the ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects.


• Strong organizational, interpersonal and written/oral communication skills.


• Must be able to be a part of cross-functional teams with the ability to relate well and cooperate with other members of the team, to effectively coordinate activities and accomplish goals.


• G class driver’s license


• Bilingual in English/French is considered an asset


• Prior experience working on municipal and/or MTO projects are highly desirable. 


• Proficiency with AutoCAD and AGI32 is a must, and Micro-station is an asset.


• Team player with strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-oriented, with problem-solving skills and the ability to influence others and successfully resolve a variety of construction site related issues.

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Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way. 

We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.