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Associate Principal Electrical Engineering
@ SearchLabs
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
SearchLabs is hiring an Associate Principal, Electrical Engineering for an established Canadian consulting engineering firm in North York, Ontario. The role leads electrical projects in the commercial and retail sector, covering technical oversight, project delivery, team mentoring and business development. The posting states a salary range of $120,000 to $150,000 per year and a full-time schedule.
Pay:
$120,000–$150,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Lead commercial and retail electrical engineering projects
- Provide senior technical oversight of building electrical systems
- Act as Electrical Engineer of Record and seal deliverables
- Manage project scope, schedule, fees and risks
- Support business development and client relationships
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
- Current Ontario P.Eng. registration
- Eight or more years of consulting electrical experience
- Strong commercial and retail project experience
- Experience mentoring engineers and designers
- Familiarity with Revit and BIM workflows
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- Employer posting date
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- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Lead |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 8+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office, Construction site, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) Ontario |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Electrical Engineering |
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SearchLabs
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Full company description
SearchLabs is a leading specialist recruitment firm established to meet the recruitment needs of the Design, Construction & Property, and Information Technology industries. Established in 2010, we work with the leading companies within our disciplines across North America & the Caribbean. At SearchLabs, we make hiring and job hunting as easy and simple as possible so you can focus on what you do best. We believe in the 80/20 rule. That 20% of companies come up with 80% of innovation in the industry, and 20% of talent do 80% of the work. We represent that 20%. When you partner with us, your personal career goals and objectives are dealt with and represented by experienced consultants within your field of specialty. We then match you to the best opportunities that are aligned with your goals and aspirations to result in a positive and rewarding outcome. We recognize the importance of ethics and are committed to confidentiality in every step of the process. Whether you are looking for a permanent or contractual arrangement, we appreciate the responsibility and opportunity to represent and inform you about the marketplace and the career opportunities within. For more information, please visit us at: https://searchlabs.ca/
- LinkedIn followers
- 63,471
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 25
- Reported office locations
- 20 Bay St, 1100, Toronto , Ontario M5J, CA
- Other recorded names
- SearchLabs
- Specialties
- Recruitment
- Construction
- Tech
- and Engineering
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- Yes
SearchLabs is a leading specialist recruitment firm established to meet the recruitment needs of the Design, Construction & Property, and Information Technology industries. Established in 2010, we work with the leading companies within our disciplines across North America & the Caribbean. At SearchLabs, we make hiring and job hunting as easy and simple as possible so you can focus on what you do best. We believe in…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Staffing and Recruiting |
| Company size | 11-50 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto , Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | RecruitmentConstructionTechand Engineering |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 12 |
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Associate Principal, Electrical Engineering – Commercial & Retail Sector
Location: North York, Ontario
Full-Time | Senior Leadership
SearchLabs is working on behalf of an established Canadian consulting engineering firm seeking an experienced Associate Principal, Electrical Engineering to join and help lead its Commercial & Retail practice.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior electrical engineer who wants to combine technical leadership with project delivery, client management, team development, and business growth. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering complex building projects, mentoring engineering staff, strengthening client relationships, and supporting the continued growth of the practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead electrical engineering projects within the commercial, retail, mixed-use, tenant improvement, and related building sectors.
- Provide senior technical oversight for power distribution, emergency power, lighting and controls, fire alarm and life-safety systems, grounding, communications, security, and other low-voltage systems.
- Act as the Electrical Engineer of Record when required, including reviewing, approving, and professionally sealing applicable engineering deliverables.
- Manage project scope, schedules, fees, resources, risks, and technical requirements from initial planning and design through construction administration and project closeout.
- Ensure designs meet applicable building codes, electrical codes, client requirements, sustainability objectives, and internal quality standards.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, developers, architects, contractors, utilities, and other project stakeholders.
- Support business development through proposal preparation, client presentations, interviews, networking, and the development of new and existing accounts.
- Mentor engineers and designers at different stages of their careers while contributing to resource planning, workload management, and professional development.
- Coordinate closely with mechanical engineers and other disciplines to deliver practical, integrated building solutions.
- Participate in site reviews, construction meetings, and the resolution of design and construction-related issues.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Current registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario is required.
- Eight or more years of progressive consulting engineering experience involving electrical building systems.
- Strong experience delivering commercial and retail projects. Experience with mixed-use, industrial, food-store, distribution, or tenant improvement projects would also be valuable.
- Strong technical knowledge of electrical distribution, emergency and standby power, lighting, fire alarm, communications, security, and applicable building and electrical codes.
- Demonstrated experience leading projects, managing competing priorities, and making sound technical and commercial decisions.
- Previous experience mentoring engineers and designers and helping to build effective project teams.
- Strong client-facing communication, presentation, proposal, and relationship-management skills.
- Commercial awareness and an interest in contributing to business development and practice growth.
- Familiarity with Revit, BIM-based project delivery, and modern engineering design workflows.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Join a respected and established consulting engineering firm with a strong portfolio of repeat commercial and retail work.
- Take on a visible leadership position with meaningful influence over projects, clients, people, and the future growth of the practice.
- Work alongside experienced mechanical and electrical professionals in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
- Remain closely connected to technical engineering and project delivery while taking on broader leadership responsibilities.
- Build toward future Principal-level opportunities within the organization.
- Receive competitive compensation and support for continued professional development.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Bob Bracalenti at [email protected].
Compensation Transparency
The expected compensation range for this role is $120,000 to $150,000 annually, depending on experience, skills, qualifications, professional credentials, and overall fit for the position.
Vacancy Status
This posting represents a current vacancy.
Use of Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence is not used to screen, assess, or make hiring decisions for this role. All applications are reviewed and evaluated by the recruitment team.
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