Electrical Engineer

Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous Peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*. City: Ottawa Organizational Unit: Real Property Planning and Management Classification: RCO Tenure: Term Duration: Three (3) years Language Requirements: Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB Work arrangements: Hybrid (onsite + telework). Employees who telework must travel to the identified work site at least three times per week at their own expense.

Indigenous candidates may be eligible for an exception to this arrangement. The role Electrical Engineer for Real Property Planning and Management (RPPM) Branch. The successful candidate will embody integrity, excellence, respect, and creativity.

The role involves working closely with a multidisciplinary project delivery and engineering team and providing electrical design solutions for specialized research environments, accommodation, construction, renovation and facility support for NRC infrastructure. The projects range from office fit‑ups, renovations, restorations, alterations of NRC buildings to new construction, collaborating with civil, structural, architectural, mechanical and electrical trades. The Engineer must deliver drawings, specifications, and cost estimates supporting utilities and safety systems.

Screening Criteria – Education Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Electrical Engineering program. Membership in a provincial engineering association (e.g., Engineering Ontario, Ordre des Ingénieurs du Québec) considered an asset. For foreign certificates and diplomas, refer to Degree equivalency guidelines.

Screening Criteria – Experience Significant and recent experience designing electrical systems for institutional, commercial or industrial facilities (power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, gas detection, life‑safety, telecommunications, etc.). Experience preparing tender/construction drawings using AutoCAD and specifications in National Master Specification (NMS) format, including construction cost estimates. Experience interacting with internal and external stakeholders, including designers, engineers, clients, contractors, and other project participants.

Experience managing multiple projects and client requirements. Minimum five (5) years of experience, of which at least the last two (2) years are recent. Condition of Employment Reliability Status required.

Verification of background information over a 5‑year period is necessary. Language Requirements Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB. Assessment Criteria – Technical Competencies Solid knowledge of design practices and selection of materials and equipment for electrical systems in institutional, commercial, or industrial facilities.

Knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements, codes, standards, and guidelines related to electrical systems. Solid knowledge of general documentation, tendering, and contract award practices for construction projects. Proficiency in producing electrical drawings using AutoCAD for tendering and construction.

Solid knowledge of project management principles. Assessment Criteria – Behavioural Competencies Client focus (Level 2) Initiative (Level 2) Results orientation (Level 2) Teamwork (Level 2) Communication (Level 2) Compensation Level RCO-2/RCO-3. Salary range: $83,985 to $139,608.

Initial salary may be positioned in a different level of the RO/RCO scale based on expertise. The candidate who meets language requirements receives an annual Bilingualism bonus of $800. Benefits Comprehensive benefits including a pension plan, health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports for well‑being.

Notes Relocation assistance will follow NRC directives. Occasional travel may be required. A pre‑qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one‑year period.

Preference for Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents. Citizenship information must be included in the application. Adherence to safe workplace practices is mandatory.

We thank all applicants; only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Contact: [email protected] | 514‑206‑9802. Closing Date: 21 April 2026 – 23:59 Eastern Time. #J-18808-Ljbffr