We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to provide leadership, technical oversight, and project execution support across major engineering projects. This role requires a strong engineering background, proven leadership capabilities, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

In this project-focused role, you will be responsible for engineering execution for major projects, working closely with Envest leadership, EPC/EPCM partners, equipment vendors, and internal stakeholders. You will ensure technical compliance, drawing reviews, quality of engineering deliverables, and effective integration between engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams.

This role is ideal for a driven engineering professional who demonstrates strong leadership, technical depth, and the ability to guide project engineering through development and construction.

This position follows a hybrid schedule with three days per week in-office, located in downtown Toronto. The role also includes occasional travel to project sites across Ontario and as required, within Canada or the United States.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership & Oversight

• Lead and manage engineering activities across the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with project objectives and standards.
• Support area engineers, discipline engineers, and other technical staff.
• Collaborate with project developers, managers and engineers (internal and external) to successfully support project execution.
• Be part of a strong, aligned, and collaborative team environment.

Project Execution & Technical Delivery

• Contribute to developing the Project Execution Plan and defining roles and responsibilities with project leadership (procurement, project controls, construction, commissioning).
• Work with EPC/EPCM partners to establish scope, cost, and schedule baselines for all engineering work.
• Ensure design solutions, equipment selections, and technical execution meet Envest's and client requirements.
• Review and approve engineering deliverables prior to release to EPC/EPCM partners or vendors.

Quality, Safety & Governance

• Actively promote behaviours aligned with Envest's health, safety, and environmental sustainability policies.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, internal procedures, and client requirements.
• Coordinate and participate in risk assessments, HAZOPs, quality audits, and design reviews.
• Ensure adherence to governance, delegations of authority, and established project procedures.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Engage with procurement, construction, and commissioning teams early in design to ensure constructability, operability, and integration.
• Participate in engineering, management, and construction reviews as required.
• Provide engineering updates for internal leadership and lead and participate in client meetings as required.
• Support business development activities through technical insights and execution expertise.

Reporting & Communication

• Provide regular updates to project management and Envest leadership on engineering progress, risks, deviations, and opportunities.
• Contribute engineering content to monthly project reports, including trends, changes, and schedule impacts.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Education & Credentials

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.).
• University degree in Electrical Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline.
• Valid Driver's License and reliable vehicle.

Experience

• Up to 10 years of engineering experience on major multi-disciplinary industrial, utility, data center or power-generation projects.
• 5-7 years as a project engineer on large scale energy storage, data center or renewable energy (solar / wind, etc.) projects.
• Experience across full project lifecycles: engineering, permitting, procurement, construction, commissioning, and/or operations.
• Experience managing engineering governance, documentation, and administrative processes.

Technical Competencies

• Strong technical knowledge of engineering systems, materials, and contemporary engineering technologies.
• Deep understanding of project planning, cost controls, scheduling, and cross-disciplinary interfaces.
• Working knowledge of North American industry standards (e.g., CSA, CEC, TSSA, ASME).
• Commitment to safe engineering practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project).

Leadership & Interpersonal Skills

• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor as required while working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate with EPC/EPCM partners, clients, vendors, and internal teams.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities, with sound judgment under pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including client-facing interactions.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Comfortable working in ambiguous work environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with large multinational clients.
• Experience with engineering, procurement, installation, and commissioning in clean or renewable energy, utilities, or industrial projects.
• Experience and interest in contributing to or supporting business development initiatives.