Electrical Designer

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 our 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.Join us and design your place with Stantec.Your OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Electrical Designer to join our team and play a key role in the design of sophisticated electrical systems across a diverse portfolio of architectural and engineering projects. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to complex, high-impact environments while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.You will design and deliver electrical systems spanning low- and high-voltage power, power distribution and generation, energy storage, lighting, and fire alarm systems for a broad range of project types, including:Mission Critical FacilitiesLaboratories and Research EnvironmentsHealthcare FacilitiesAdvanced ManufacturingCentral Utility Plants and Campus Distribution SystemsCorporate and Commercial DevelopmentsYour Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop electrical designs that meet project objectives, codes, and engineering standardsEnsure accurate, complete, and well-coordinated construction documentationPlan and manage project workloads to align with established schedules and budgetsPerform and/or oversee electrical load studies, system analysis, and calculationsSize and specify equipment and develop system applicationsCoordinate design solutions with architectural teams and other engineering disciplinesMaintain organized project files, calculations, and technical documentationUphold quality assurance standards throughout all phases of designConduct or supervise on-site condition assessments and field investigationsEvaluate staffing needs and support effective resource planningMonitor scope compliance and document deviations as they arisePrepare technical memoranda, reports, and design narrativesParticipate in client meetings and technical discussionsMentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and project team membersYour Capabilities and CredentialsStrong working knowledge of applicable electrical codes, standards, and emerging technologiesProficiency with electrical engineering design and documentation softwareBroad understanding of electrical engineering principles, with working familiarity across other engineering disciplines and architectureAdvanced analytical and calculation skillsStrong written and verbal communication abilitiesEducation and ExperienceBachelor of Science in Engineering from an accredited institutionMinimum of 3 years of relevant electrical engineering experienceTypical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreementsPrimary Location: United States | TX | HoustonOrganization: BC-4011 Buildings-US Acquisition PSP Houston BEEmployee Status: RegularManagement Level: Individual contributorBusiness Justification: ReplacementTravel: NoSchedule: Full timeJob Posting: 03/11/2026 06:11:12Req ID: 1008700Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.