Senior Electrical Engineer - Buildings & Industrial

The Opportunity

Senior Electrical Engineer (P.Eng) - Buildings & Industrial

The Senior Electrical Engineer is a key contributor at Setplan Engineering, responsible for delivering electrical engineering services across a range of new-build, renovation, and tenant improvement projects, spanning sectors from health care and education to mining and industrial. From detailed design and technical execution through project management and client relationships, this role supports the company’s reputation for turning complex problems into simple, effective solutions.

Reporting to the Principal (Senior P.Eng.), the Senior Electrical Engineer contributes to the growth of the organization by assisting with the development of internal standards, participating in training, and supporting business development efforts. An entrepreneurially minded, detail-oriented, practical engineer with strong technical expertise and a drive to get the job done will thrive in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Own and drive end-to-end engineering services on assigned projects, including triage, planning and scope, fees, execution, and delivery of services.
• Technical Capabilities: Perform assessments, design services, and construction supervision of projects.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with team members, clients, and construction professionals to ensure alignment and timely execution.
• Budget & Resource Management: Monitor project budgets, resource allocation, deadlines and deliverables.
• Administration & Communication: Participate in training and business development activities.
• Documentation & Compliance: Write professional proposals, and reports including project documentation, regulatory requirements, and ensure quality standards are met.
• Mentorship and Collaboration: Provide guidance, oversight and feedback to colleagues and junior team members.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement best practices to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Experience & Qualifications Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
• Professional Engineer registrant, with a Canadian Engineering Association (Engineers Canada), eligible for registration in Yukon, BC, NWT/Nunavut.
• 7+ years experience as a professional electrical engineer, working in a design and construction administration capacity with progressive responsibility.
• Experience leading projects in building (new construction/renovations) electrical engineering and/or industrial engineering.
• Valid drivers license & clean drivers abstract.
• Knowledge and application of standards:
  • Canadian Electrical Code.
  • National/BC Building Codes.
  • ULC Standards.
  • National Fire Code.
• Experience and proficiency in the following software:
  • AutoCAD.
  • AGI32 or equivalent.
  • MS Office Suite.
  • Bluebeam.
  • Cloud based software for accounting, project management, proposals and CRM.
  • Experience with REVIT, ETAP or EASYPOWER would be considered an asset.

Compensation and Search Process

This role is Whitehorse, YT based. Work is predominantly in office and on site, with some hybrid work from home flexibility. Compensation is competitive with an anticipated salary range of $140,000+, with benefits (including relocation assistance available). Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada at time of hire and consent to a criminal background check. Periodic travel to job sites is required, generally in-town, or out of town overnight trips. Ideal applicants must be fit and capable of working on/around construction sites. Applicants who cannot meet these physical requirements are still encouraged to apply.

The search process will include search consultant interviews, committee interview and technical assessment. Finalists will be requested to provide comprehensive recent references and complete a background check.

Interested? Setplan Engineering is working with a recruitment consultant (hi!). Please submit a resume and cover letter, with attention to Jane Hill.

Applicants will be considered until this role is filled. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank you for your interest, qualified candidates will be contacted.