Stantec

Electrical Technologist

Stantec$75K — $109K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Diploma of Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited program required.
  • Minimum of 8 years of design experience in a consulting engineering environment is required.
  • Proficiency in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD is required.
  • Knowledge or experience with building electrical systems is required.
  • Prior experience in the construction industry would be an asset.
  • Familiarity with National Building Codes and electrical codes is considered an asset.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; a team player approach is critical.
  • Strong time management skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in designing building electrical systems, including service distribution and lighting.
  • Prepare contract drawings and details from concept to project completion.
  • Produce electrical design and drawings primarily in REVIT MEP and occasionally in AutoCAD.
  • Review equipment selections and develop preliminary designs and calculations.
  • Ensure quality of project deliverables through adherence to standards.
  • Review shop drawings for compliance with construction documents.
  • Perform field surveys for site reviews and as recorded drawings.

Benefits

  • Access to health, dental, and vision plans.
  • Wellness program and spending accounts.
  • Group registered retirement savings plan and stock purchase program.
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional membership fee coverage.
  • Paid time off and emergency travel benefits.
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity

An opportunity exists in Stantec's Dartmouth, NS office for a highly motivated Electrical Technologist to join our multidisciplinary team. In this role you will be responsible working with an engineer towards the design and execution of projects ranging in size and complexity, with a focus on municipal, federal, industrial, healthcare, commercial and educational projects. Stantec offers a flexible work environment where staff are equipped with the required hardware and software to effectively work remote from the office when required. A minimum office presence is expected to support project quality, collaboration, and learning.

Your Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in the design of building related electrical systems including service distribution, lighting, communications and security systems across Canada using applicable codes, standards, and reference materials.
  • Prepare contract drawings, schematics, schedules, details, and sketches from conceptual design through to project completion.
  • Produce aspects of electrical design and drawings primarily in REVIT MEP, as well as occasionally in AutoCAD.
  • Review equipment selections, perform preliminary engineering calculations, and develop preliminary designs.
  • Facilitate and ensure the quality of the project deliverables.
  • Follow production guidelines and project standards to Stantec and Client drafting guidelines.
  • Review shop drawings and other contractor submittals for compliance with construction documents.
  • Perform field surveys for drawing developments, site reviews and as recorded drawings.
  • Communicate with other team members and become familiar with Stantec standards to complete assignments and projects in a timely manner as required by the Project Manager, Discipline Lead or Supervisor.

Your Capabilities and Credentials
  • Proficiency in Autodesk Revit4 and AutoCAD is required.
  • Knowledge using Autodesk Revit4 and AutoCAD software in drafting and design of buildings related projects is required.
  • Knowledge or experience with building electrical systems is required.
  • Prior experience in the construction industry would be an asset.
  • Knowledge or familiarity with National Building Codes, electrical codes, fire codes, energy codes and would be considered an asset.
  • Knowledge or familiarity with LEED standards, ASHRAE, and NFPA would be considered an asset.
  • Excellent verbal and written skills to communicate effectively with colleagues and staff; a 2team player2 approach.
  • Self-motivated and self-starter with a strong work ethic.
  • Good time management skills and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Eager to learn with strong listening, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Education and Experience

Diploma of Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited program required.

Minimum of 8 years of design experience in a consulting engineering environment is required.

Experience in electrical and communications design for building environments would be an asset.

Experience creating tender document packages, including detailed drawings and specifications would be considered an asset. Typical office environment working with computers for long periods of time. Ability to travel within Atlantic Canada 1-2 times per month would be an asset.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Pay Range:
• Locations in PEI & NB-$75,300.00 - $109,300.00 Annually

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location: Canada | NS | Dartmouth
Other Locations: Canada | NL | St. John2;S
Organization: BC-1334 Buildings-CA Atlantic Canada
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 03/09/2026 08:09:39
Req ID: 1007585

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About Stantec

Stantec Inc. is a global engineering consulting firm headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The company provides professional consulting services in the areas of infrastructure, water, environment, buildings, and energy. Stantec has over 22,000 employees working in more than 400 locations across six continents. The company has a diverse client base that includes public and private sector clients. Stantec is committed to sustainability and has implemented green practices in its operations. The company has received numerous awards for its work, including the American Council of Engineering Companies' National Recognition Award for exemplary engineering achievement.
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Market Cap
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