Electrical Engineer

Joining Arup

At Arup we’re dedicated to sustainable development and to do socially useful work that has meaning.  Our purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We solve the world's most complex problems and deliver what seems impossible, with curiosity and creativity. We’re a thriving and growing organization which offers you many possibilities to shape a better world, and your future.

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer in our Toronto office to enhance our electrical team in Canada. You would work on complex, innovative and sustainable institutional, commercial and transportation projects from across Canada. In Arup we have worked hard to set ourselves up in a way to empower collaboration across boundaries. Our Canadian practice works across a wide variety of projects in multiple sectors including Education, Rail and Infrastructure, Mission Critical facilities and Aviation. In addition, our Canadian engineers have worked on global projects like the Sagrada Família in Barcelona, Mexico City Airport and Riyadh Metro. If you see yourself ready for the next step in your career, accelerating your technical growth and multidisciplinary acumen, join us! 

The opportunity

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve. 

• Undertake electrical systems design, including power distribution system, lighting, fire alarm, grounding and bonding, lightning protection. 
• Conduct electrical system calculations such as demand load calculations, short circuit analysis, voltage drop calculations and photometric calculations 
• Select electrical equipment, coordinate with equipment vendors for the selection and specification of electrical equipment. 
• Prepare contract documents detailing the electrical system designs, write technical design briefs 
• Aid in the preparation of technical specifications 
• Coordinate work with architects, contractors, and equipment suppliers 
• Coordinate with multiple disciplines, delivering a holistic and outcome driven results on projects. 
• Train new graduate engineers on a variety of projects, both for Buildings and Linear Infrastructure. 

Is this role right for you?

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering 
• 4+ years of experience in the built environment 
• Knowledge of building services and electrical engineering fundamentals 
• Working towards Professional Engineer License. 
• Experience with BIM and Revit MEP is a plus. 
• Familiarity with applicable Canadian codes and standards. 
• Passion for sustainability 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working 
• The ability to prioritize effectively, manage deadlines and apply organization skills required for our rapidly changing environment 
• Good writing skills for internal and external purposes to communicate electrical systems design concepts and strategies 
• Confidence in presenting technical material for both technical and non-technical audiences. 

Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal. If this role is not quite what you are looking for, but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our Talent Community is where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families. These are 100% paid for by Arup except for optional life insurance. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you, as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our GRRSP 5% company match to help you save for your future.

Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Toronto is $80,000 to $95,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note, hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Toronto will differ. 

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside the office for a portion of your workweek are available.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture – from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender, LGBTQ+ and disability – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference - Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup .

Our Toronto office is located on ceded and unceded lands of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinabewaki, and the Haudenosaunee (hoe-dee-no-SHOW-nee). We acknowledge this land and its people to build a shared understanding of how our collective past brings us to where we are today. Through our ever-developing commitments, we strive to strengthen our relationships with this land, its people, and its treaties to shape a better, more inclusive world.   

Our Application Process

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied, you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.

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