Lead Electrical Engineer

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At Stantec, we know the work we do matters. From decarbonizing mines to modernizing electric grids and building the infrastructure that fuels communities, we’re powering the world. Our clients come to us with their biggest, most complex challenges because that’s where we thrive. And we’re looking for problem solvers, high achievers, and visionaries to help us.
Join us for a chance to grow professionally at one of the world’s top design firms while building our clean energy future.
Location is flexible within the U.S., in any major city with a Stantec office.
Your Opportunity
We are seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer for our Energy & Resources business line to lead a team of electrical engineers and designers in the execution of THERMAL GENERATION PROJECTS. The project scope will be for either Owner’s Engineer or Detailed Engineering/Design services for simple cycle, combined cycle, and/or repowering projects. The individual must be an excellent communicator and skilled problem-solver with a strong attention to detail and teamwork. This is a great opportunity for an energetic individual who wants to challenge their abilities in a dynamic work environment.
Your Key Responsibilities
Work with clients to solve their problems by assembling and leading an electrical engineering project team comprised of engineers, designers, and specialists. Build the plan, lead the team, change manage along the way, and assure a quality outcome.
Apply design skills to prepare or coordinate the preparation of contract drawings, specifications, schedules, details, and sketches from conceptual design through to construction.
Collaborate with electrical team members, other Stantec disciplines, and clients to achieve project success, acting as a project team member or a project leader.
Successfully carry out assignments on project design teams.
Effectively communicate with other team members in the department or project team.
Manage and lead electrical aspects of projects.
Assist in developing proposals
Provide technical expertise, mentoring and support to team members.
Conducts quality assurance and quality control on own projects and projects of peers.
Develops project scope, budgets, and design approach for all size projects.
Qualifications
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Must be self-motivated, team oriented, efficient, and a good communicator.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong leadership skills, with proven ability to lead project teams and activities.
Strong collaborative skills while working with a single or multi-discipline team.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Strong project management skills.
Ability to follow Stantec's quality control guidelines.
Understanding the importance of complying with Stantec's Employee Health and Safety (EH&S) program, with a focus on safety in the field.
Desire to be mentored by Senior staff and to adapt to feedback as required. Desire to help mentor and coach others and contribute to strengthening the competency and culture of a broader team.
Education and Experience
An Electrical Engineering Degree from an accredited university.
At least 10 years’ Engineering design and construction experience with power plant projects
Experience in leading an electrical project group in the development of the full array of electrical drawings and documents required to construct a power plant, including, but not limited to, single line diagrams, electrical equipment specification, electrical system calculations, electrical physical drawings, cable pull/termination schedules, etc.
Professional Engineer status with any US state licensure board is preferred, but not required.
Successful candidate will primarily work in a flexible office environment. Some field work and periodic travel may be required.
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.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #FeelingEnergized
Pay Range:
• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas - Min Salary $ 97,100.00 - Max Salary $ 140,800.00
• Locations in WA, DC & Various CA areas - Min Salary $ 104,200.00 - Max Salary $ 151,000.00
Primary Location: United States | TX | Austin
Organization: 2554 E&R BOU-US Integrated Design-Houston TX
Employee Status: Regular
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 29/07/2025 07:07:42
Req ID: 1001736
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Location:
Denver, CO, United States
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Architecture And Engineering Occupations

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