Intermediate/Senior Electrical Engineer
Synectics Inc.
Location: Fredericton, NB
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
- Lead electrical, instrumentation, and controls activities on assigned projects, including scope, schedules, budgets, and multidisciplinary coordination.
- Develop electrical equipment specifications and support equipment selection and vendor drawing reviews.
- Perform engineering calculations, including cable sizing, voltage drop, conduit fill, lighting, and electrical load analysis.
- Apply the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) and applicable safety standards to engineering designs.
- Review drawings, specifications, calculations, and other project deliverables for quality and compliance.
- Conduct QA/QC reviews of electrical engineering packages.
- Support field activities, including site investigations, construction support, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
- Provide technical mentorship and design oversight to junior engineers and designers.
- Contribute to internal engineering standards, procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
Qualifications
Education & Certification
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
- Power Systems specialization is preferred.
- Eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGNB.
Experience & Skills
- 8+ years of experience in an industrial consulting, engineering, or design environment.
- Strong knowledge of electrical engineering design principles, standards, and practices.
- Experience with industrial electrical systems, equipment, and infrastructure.
- Strong project coordination, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Previous experience in Food & Beverage, Pulp & Paper, or Power Generation environments is considered an asset.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites as required.
What We Offer
- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits.
- Defined contribution retirement plan with potential profit-sharing.
- Flexible work arrangements and a collaborative team environment.
- Career development, mentorship, and leadership opportunities.
- Exposure to diverse industrial and infrastructure projects.
- Opportunities to work with modern engineering technologies and practices.
- A supportive workplace focused on professional growth and employee ownership.