Senior Electrical Engineer

Requisition ID: 95310

Job Category: Engineering

Location: Niagara Falls, ON, Canada

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure , our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

We are seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Niagara office. This role is a unique opportunity for a technically strong individual who also thrives in project leadership and business development. Our projects are primarily in the energy sector, ranging from large EPCM initiatives to smaller operations support engagements. You will play a key role in driving project success, building client relationships, and growing our business.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Lead a team of Electrical Engineers, Designers, and CAD personnel to deliver high-quality electrical engineering and design work on time and within budget.
• Provide technical oversight, mentorship, and quality assurance for all electrical deliverables.
• Prepare and review calculations, equipment specifications, and vendor documentation.
• Check vendor drawings and data for compliance with specifications
• Develop conceptual designs, studies, reports, and proposals.
• Prepares detailed design, supply, construction and installation specifications
• Visit project sites and other Hatch design offices for project related activities as required
  
  

Project Management

• Serve as the Project Manager or Engineering Lead on select projects, overseeing scope, schedule, budget, and resource planning.
• Coordinate with multi-discipline teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Track project metrics and proactively manage risks and issues.
• Ensure effective communication with internal teams and client stakeholders.
  
  

Business Development

• Actively contribute to client relationship management, identifying new opportunities and maintaining ongoing engagement.
• Support proposal development, including scope definition, estimating, and client presentations.
• Collaborate with the team to develop strategic plans for market growth.
• Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and client meetings to enhance visibility and credibility.
  
  

Responsibilities and Key Areas of Focus-may want to add these points in Technical Leadership section:

• Experience in the Hydropower Industry would be a great asset
• Familiarization with designing, and maintaining electrical systems in hydroelectric power plants
• Leading a team in the design of power systems, including diagrams, layouts and detailed drawings for switchgear, control panels and power distribution centers
• Selecting and sizing electrical equipment, such as transformers, switchgear amd control panels
• Testing and Commissioning-develop commissioning procedures and performing/supervise commissioning testing
• Familiarization with SCADA systems design and operation and other plant control systems
• Experience in CIA (Connection Impact Assessments) and SIA(System Impact Assessments
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering; registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario or another Canadian province.
• 8+ years of relevant experience, preferably in an EPCM environment for industrial or energy sector projects.
• Proven experience in project management and/or client-facing roles.
• Knowledge of industry, regulatory codes and standards
• Strong understanding of industry codes, standards, and electrical design tools (e.g., SPEL, ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, ASPEN).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams and dynamic environments.
• Advanced computer skills
  
  

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer
  
  

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally
  
  

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.