Posted 22 days ago
Senior Electrical Engineer - Defence Sector
@ AtkinsRéalis
Bedford, NS · Vancouver, BC · Québec, QC · Winnipeg, MB · Ottawa, ON +3
Overview
AtkinsRéalis is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer for its National Defence portfolio, leading electrical design and execution for building and base infrastructure upgrades across Canada. The role leads projects, manages electrical staff, develops new business, and requires a P.Eng. and 10+ years of consulting experience. Hybrid work and a salary range for British Columbia are stated.
Pay:
$135,000–$160,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Lead electrical engineering design and delivery on multi-disciplinary projects
- Manage and mentor electrical engineering staff
- Provide technical guidance and quality assurance
- Prepare estimates and project proposals
- Develop new business with the National Defence market
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and P.Eng. or eligibility
- 10+ years electrical consulting experience, National Defence exposure
- Knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code
- Consulting experience managing time, resources and budget
- Ability to obtain CISD Level II (SECRET) clearance
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-15
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 10+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | CISD Level II (SECRET) clearance |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Electrical Engineering |
| Security clearance | Secret |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Paid training |
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AtkinsRéalis
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We are a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. ---
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- Reported office locations
- 455 René-Lévesque Blvd W, Montreal, QC H2Z 1Z3, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
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- 1,128,343,771
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We are a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. ---
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Engineering Services |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Montreal, QC |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 123 |
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Job Description
Overview
AtkinsRéalis is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our growing team based in one of our available office locations in either Halifax, Ottawa, Toronto-GTA, Sudbury, Winnipeg, Calgary or Vancouver. In this role you will be responsible for the electrical design and execution of a wide variety of projects, with a focus on serving our National Defence Portfolio for upgrade and expansion of buildings and related base infrastructure across Canada. Subject matter expertise in electrical building systems including power utilities & distribution, grounding systems, lightning protection, lighting, fire alarm, security systems, communication, control systems and sustainable building initiatives will set you apart. Project experience should include training centers, vehicle and fleet maintenance, research laboratories, operational headquarters, personnel accommodation and ancillary facilities. Experience in the analysis of power distribution systems including short circuit studies, protective device coordination, arc flash & shock hazard, and power factor study & correction will be an additional asset. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining existing client relationships and developing new clients, coordinating work with other offices and disciplines, and satisfying customer expectations and requirements.
Please note that this job posting is intended for you to express your interest in future opportunities within AtkinsRéalis.
Your role
- Lead role for the electrical engineering commitments in accordance with scope, schedule, budget and procedures to ensure successful project completion.
- Resolving complex design/project execution issues through the development of innovative solutions as required. Apply Project Management principles on management of own projects and of team members.
- Manage electrical staff resources assigned to projects, mentor continuous development and participate in opportunities to recruit new team members.
- Providing technical guidance and quality assurance to electrical staff to ensure the technical adequacy of electrical engineering project work.
- Participating in the preparation of estimates and project proposals (or coordinating resources to do so) and approving the estimates for Electrical Engineering.
- Lead and manage the delivery of the electrical design and systems in multi-disciplinary projects from preliminary design through completion.
- Develop new business and support the growth of the National Defence market.
About you
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering. Registered as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng) with eligible for registration with multiple provinces in Canada.
- 10+ years’ experience in electrical consulting, with significant exposure to National Defence projects. Knowledge and application of the Canadian Electrical Code and applicable industry and regulatory standards.
- Experience in a consulting engineering environment, managing time, resources, and budget allocations.
- Strong client focus, including taking initiatives for Business Development, Marketing, and responding to RFPs.
- Willing to occasionally travel to project sites within Canada.
- Ability to obtain CISD Level II (SECRET) Clearance.
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.
Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.
Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.
And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
Additional information
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Appropriate accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Successful applicants will be notified about AtkinsRéalis’ accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.
Expected compensation for this role is between Pay Range $135,000 - $160,000 annually (Only Applicable to British Columbia). Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.
Worker Type
EmployeeJob Type
RegularAt AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
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