Stantec
Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.
Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.
Opportunity Our Buildings team is looking for an Electrical Designer. You will work with close guidance and supervision on tasks and smaller projects, and as a team member of a larger project under the guidance of a Senior Engineer/Designer. You will assist in evaluating, selecting, specifying, and engineering electrical power, lighting, fire alarm and other low voltage systems and products for projects verifying compliance with applicable codes and internal engineering standards / practices. You will perform a variety of tasks which may include Revit and AutoCAD design, engineering calculations, and field work.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct basic interpretation of drawings, codes, and other materials.
Create electrical design documentation for the electrical discipline using Revit and AutoCAD.
Perform engineering calculations to analyze and design individual building electrical system components using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software.
Work with architectural, interior designers, and other engineering disciplines in the coordination of the project under the direction of a senior engineer/designer.
Perform field work as directed by a senior engineer/designer.
Assist with engineering duties on projects of varying complexity.
Assist with collecting data and gathering information to support design decisions.
Perform other duties as assigned by the senior engineering staff.
Capabilities and Credentials
Basic understanding of electrical engineering concepts and the ability to effectively communicate ideas.
Ability to participate and collaborate in a project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thinking.
Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, building program and other similar material.
Ability to take direction, follow process and accept feedback and suggestions from senior engineers/designers.
Basic understanding of Revit and AutoCAD; use as drafting/design tool is preferred but not required.
Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred experience with AGI 32, Visual Lighting Software, SKM, Newforma (but not required).
Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Electrical or Architectural Engineering with a lighting/electrical emphasis required. Previous co‑op/Internship experience preferred. Candidate should be working towards or has successfully passed the EIT exam.
EIT Credentials EIT Credentials Preferred But Not Required.
Work Environment Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
Pay Range
Locations in MN, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas – Min Salary $67,800.00 – Max Salary $94,900.00
Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas – Min Salary $74,600.00 – Max Salary $104,400.00
Locations in NYC & CA (Bay Area) & NJ (RP) – Min Salary $85,400.00 – Max Salary $119,600.00
Primary Location United States | NY | Albany
Organization BC-1915 Buildings-US Northeast Engineering
Employee Status Regular
Travel No
Schedule Full time
Job Posting 16/10/2025 01:10:45
Job ID 1002675
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Business Consulting and Services
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Opportunity Our Buildings team is looking for an Electrical Designer. You will work with close guidance and supervision on tasks and smaller projects, and as a team member of a larger project under the guidance of a Senior Engineer/Designer. You will assist in evaluating, selecting, specifying, and engineering electrical power, lighting, fire alarm and other low voltage systems and products for projects verifying compliance with applicable codes and internal engineering standards / practices. You will perform a variety of tasks which may include Revit and AutoCAD design, engineering calculations, and field work.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct basic interpretation of drawings, codes, and other materials.
Create electrical design documentation for the electrical discipline using Revit and AutoCAD.
Perform engineering calculations to analyze and design individual building electrical system components using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software.
Work with architectural, interior designers, and other engineering disciplines in the coordination of the project under the direction of a senior engineer/designer.
Perform field work as directed by a senior engineer/designer.
Assist with engineering duties on projects of varying complexity.
Assist with collecting data and gathering information to support design decisions.
Perform other duties as assigned by the senior engineering staff.
Capabilities and Credentials
Basic understanding of electrical engineering concepts and the ability to effectively communicate ideas.
Ability to participate and collaborate in a project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thinking.
Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, building program and other similar material.
Ability to take direction, follow process and accept feedback and suggestions from senior engineers/designers.
Basic understanding of Revit and AutoCAD; use as drafting/design tool is preferred but not required.
Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred experience with AGI 32, Visual Lighting Software, SKM, Newforma (but not required).
Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Electrical or Architectural Engineering with a lighting/electrical emphasis required. Previous co‑op/Internship experience preferred. Candidate should be working towards or has successfully passed the EIT exam.
EIT Credentials EIT Credentials Preferred But Not Required.
Work Environment Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
Pay Range
Locations in MN, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas – Min Salary $67,800.00 – Max Salary $94,900.00
Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas – Min Salary $74,600.00 – Max Salary $104,400.00
Locations in NYC & CA (Bay Area) & NJ (RP) – Min Salary $85,400.00 – Max Salary $119,600.00
Primary Location United States | NY | Albany
Organization BC-1915 Buildings-US Northeast Engineering
Employee Status Regular
Travel No
Schedule Full time
Job Posting 16/10/2025 01:10:45
Job ID 1002675
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Business Consulting and Services
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